All-Clad Stainless 8-Quart Stockpot Review

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When purchasing our original All-Clad cookware, we explicitly went for the 6-qt Dutch oven/stockpot, since we are a family of two. While the 6-qt has served us well for several years, I discovered I'd need the slightly greater volume when making some fruit preserves this summer. So I bought the 8-qt.

It's been a joy to own and use. Unlike the 6-qt, whose handles get a mite warm after long stove-top cooking, the 8-qt handles rarely get hot, even after cooking on a gas range for a couple of hours. I don't regret our original purchase decision, but I do like the 8-qt version a bit better than the 6-qt now.

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I'm unnaturally dependent on my All Clad 8 quart -so much so that I bought a second. Soup cooks like a dream in it, and it's great for making stock -wide enough to brown the chicken and onions before adding the water. Unlike my old cruddy Revereware, you don't get great globs of stuck stuff on the sides that forces you to lose arm muscle scrubbing it off. Cleaning is easy with All Clad-a must for someone without a dishwasher. Will this addiction ever cease??!!!

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Both the 6 and 8 quart stockpots are must haves for your All Clad cookware collection. The 6 is great for sauce, a pound of lasagna or rigatoni, soup or stew and the 8 quart is a must have for my favorite meatballs that I cook in my sauce with sausage and steak. At first I didn't think I would need both but now that I do I can imagine doing all the Italian cooking that I do with out them. I can get my sauce and meatballs cooking in the 8 quart and start boiling lasagna noodles in the 6 quart. I love them both.

These pans are made very well, heat evenly, are very easy to clean and are designed to last. All Clad cookware is one of the most expensive lines around and it is worth every penny, it really is lifetime cookware (backed by a lifetime warranty). This pan is a definite must have. Very, very highly recommended! A+++!...

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I own practically everything this company has ever made, even some pieces that haven't been made in years. I have cookware, utensils, canisters, you name it. I generally don't buy designer items, but I try to buy quality. This line has been one of the best investments in my home I've ever made.

Just a couple of months ago, after having a conversation asking if they'd examine some of my cookware (the bottoms on those pieces were not flat enough to use on my glass top range without spinning around), I mailed off 4 of my larger pieces.

Thanks to All Clad, I have brand new, non-spinning cookware items3 qt and 6 qt saute pans, an 8 qt stockpot, and a 12" frypan.

I found them to be very kind, and when it was all said and done, they replaced every piece from the over 17-year old set that I sent them without question or hesitation. They even included brand new lids for the 3 items I sent that use them without requesting the lids from my old cookware.

By that same token, I will continue to support All Clad, and just like they did for me, it will be without question or hesitation.

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This is the 2nd piece of All-Clad I own, and it's fantastic. I looked quite awhile for a stainless stock pot that was big enough and had a wide bottom; many merely get taller. The wide, very flat bottom is perfect for browning meats. It cleans beautifully, but you can't be afraid to use a little oil, this isn't non-stick. And it's easy to deglaze the pan for those wonderful browned bits. I never purchase items because of a label, designer's name or fad. After some consumer research, and actually handling other's products, I concluded this was the best value, even considering price. Not to plug Amazon, but I found this pot for less money on their site, plus paid no tax or shipping. Makes those short ribs taste just that much sweeter!

Cheap Wusthof Classic 6-Inch Sandwich Knife

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I just added this knife to my Wusthof collection. I arrived extremely sharp, and is nice for semi-fine work. Activities like dicing shallots, which are too small for a large 8 inch knife and to big for a paring knife, are nice with this knife. Be careful though, the tip of the blade is quite thin, and will not stand up to abuse.

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My old favorite for almost 30 years was the 6" chef's knife until this one moved in a year ago.

One reviewer opined that the 4" and 8" blades take care of either end of the spectrum, so who needs this knife? Me. Think of it as a broad spectrum knife! I use it and skip the 4" and 8" knives. Even though the other knives are available, this is the one I go for most of the time. I also prefer it to our beautiful Santoku knife.

Another reviewer thought it too expensive. Well, not when it's my favorite knife! It's a comfortable and capable tool, with an edge that won't quit. The shape, length and weight of this slightly slimmer blade as well as the overall balance in my hand are perfect for me.

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There are really two main competitors in the high-end mainstream kitchen knife market: Henckels and Wusthof. Those who have used both usually have a preference. My preference (and therefore bias you should know about) is for the Wusthofs.

The Wusthof Classic line is the more conservative counterpart to the Grand Prix line. The only difference, however, is the handle style. I personally prefer the Grand Prix, but this is an issue of personal preference. The balance and grip of these knives are as close to perfect as I have found. For those wondering what benefits a higher priced knife provides, one benefit is that the blade (or tang) is one piece all the way through the handle. This makes the blade much stronger, and less likely to snap.

This particular model is the 6 inch sandwich knife. I don't find this knife to be particularly useful in everyday usage. The 8 inch chef's knife, or 4 ½ inch utility knife work just fine for jobs on either end of the spectrum. Do you really need this expensive of a knife to cut baloney? I don't.

Don't get me wrong; this is a good high quality knife. However, for the mainstream chef, I think its usage will be minimal, and thus it is overkill.

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My most used knife in the kitchen in my Wusthof 4" paring knife. The next most used knife is my Wusthof 6 3/8" Sandwich knife. This knife stays incredably sharp. It's blade is thinner than most other knives in its size, including the Henkle. The blade taper starts almost from the very edge. These two factors helps it slice through what you are cutting easier that thicker knives. I have found the blade thickness to be a very big factor when cutting. I have Henkle knives also, but they do not hold their edge anywhere as long as my Wuthof knives. My teenage kids refer to this Wusthof knife as the "death knife" because it is always so sharp, and scarry to them. I use it for cutting bread (works better than a serrated knife), vegtables, mellons, and carving meats. The only use I have for my 8" knife is lettuce and carving turkeys. I get much more use out of this 6" knife. I never use my knives as a screew driver or to pry anything, so the thinness is not a problem. Wusthof knives last a life time and are worth every cent you pay for them.

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I bought this knife for my dad a few weeks ago (for fathers' day). He uses it almost exclusively in place of his older knives now! The 6-inch design is a perfect length for almost any job, too.

When I was researching, a good number of people said that it was not multi-functional enough to be worth the price. I found that the knife definitely has some things it does better than others, but it still does a fine job cutting vegetables; the taller blade does optimize it for sandwiches and such, but does great with many utility knife jobs.

Cheap Victorio 16-Ounce Shaved Ice/Snow Cone Syrup, Blue Raspberry

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This syrup is exactly what I think of when I imagine summertime blue raspberry snow cones. It's not watery or too thin. It's made at least 30 snow cones, and considering that cones are now ~$4 a pop at the fair, it's well worth the investment. Will DEFINITELY buy again and again.

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My family and I have tried several of these syrups and they are all delicious. They are also very easy to use; you just add the syrup, water and ice and voila you have the perfect recipe for a tasty slushie. We will definitely be ordering more.

Vasconia 6 Quart Aluminum Pressure Cooker Reviews

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Bought two of these beauties, and couldn't be more pleased. I'm thinking about throwing away most of my other pots and pans. They seem to be well made, and are loaded with safety features: locking handle when under pressure, pressure relief valves, and a little window that the gasket covers which acts as a fail safe if the pressure gets too high. I think these are the greatest things since remote control for the TV! The kids say the pressure cookers make the best food they have ever had! I tell them it is really the cook. Forget the knife, roasts are so tender all you need is a fork. They work great on my indoor flat top electric range and my outdoor gas range. One negative they aren't supposed to be stored with the lid in place. Apparently it is not good for the gasket. This is probably true for all pressure cookers that have a gasket. Forget the cookers with gauges, the weight is worth its weight in gold well maybe silver. Enjoy!

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Generally, this unit works. I'm no expert pressure cook, but in the few times I've used this I've enjoyed the results. The cooker is simple to use.

However, I have one problem. When the lid is locked, there's a pin that slides in the handle, pulling back a guard that lets a plunger pop up when under pressure. This plunger creates the seal needed to increase the pressure. This is a safety mechanism to make sure the lid is in the proper position.

However, the plunger never just pops into the opening and seals the pot because the guard never quite moves back all the way. Instead, I need to get a wire-like device to insert into the hole, and push the guard back so the plunger can pop up. It's not a big deal, but I shouldn't have to do this.

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This pressure cooker is fine but is my first. There was pressure cooker information I was unaware of before making my purchase. The sad truth is that my #1 choice was about $200.00. Trying to be reasonable I bought this one instead along with a pressure cooker cookbook. It was in the cookbook that I learned that this "type" is the classic pressure cooker from days gone. The $200 cooker is one of the new generation cookers which are getting all they hype.

I had a few minor problems using this the first time but was able to figure out how to jiggle things around to get them to work properly. I will continue to use it as it works just fine but when it's time for a new one I'll go for a new generation cooker.

Note: This cooker does not come with an insert for steaming, etc. I had to roll up a "tube" of aluminum foil and shape it into a spiral to put in the bottom of the cooker with water. I set a stainless steel bowl on top of that aluminum foil tube/spiral, which worked fine. I probably could have cooked my steel cut oats directly in the cooker but I have an electric oven and no flame thrower, so it was all a bit of a first-time-user-fiasco...including the fact that everything takes about 20% longer cooking time when in high altitude!

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Heavy duty and quality built. We've only used this a couple of times (first time pressure cooker users!) but ran into no issues whatsoever. The instructions are very good and with the quality of this cooker we really had no worries what-so-ever about it.

Would highly recommend this over any of the cheaper cookers you see on black friday at kohls or jcpenney

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This is my first pressure cooker. I was always a little afraid of them. It works great. Now I have to find more ideas for cooking in it since it is so easy! The instructions make it easy.

Cheap Ballarini Taormina 10-Piece Cookware Set

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My wife and I recently took a short weekend trip and stayed in a room with a kitchen. We decided to make breakfast one morning, found the frying pan and began the typical american breakfast; eggs, sausage, toast as well as coffee and orange juice.

We were both amazed to find that the eggs and sausage seemed to literally float in the pan (not because of butter, lol). We had only sprayed a small amount of cooking oil onto the surface before putting the eggs and then the sausage in. I had never seen any non stick cookware work so well as I did this thing.

I found the name on the bottom of the pan, proceeded to do a little research and found that Ballarini is pretty tuff stuff. Not only can you use metal utinsels but it comes with a healthy warranty.

I couldn't resist and came to Amazon as soon as we returned home. I am pleased to say that this purchase has been one of the best I have made here at Amazon. It washes so easily and nothing sticks to it so far. I gave it a 5 star rating and would give it more if there were more up there.

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High quality construction and parts. They have served their purpose well. The only possible issue so far is that they seem to create a bit more condensation than other chafing dishes I have used in the past.

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Received exactly what was represented perfectly new condition bought for Wife for birthday and she was VERY pleased! THANK YOU!

Discount Le Creuset Stoneware Petite Au Gratin Dish

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We purchased 2 of these, yes they are tiny as petite indicates and we still bought them knowing they would be small and we are happy with them. What I am not happy about is the information under Product Details section: product dimensions says: 6.8 x 4.2 x 1.2 and the product weight says an amazing 7 pounds! Obviously this info is not correct but I am here to give the real info:

They are 6.25" (6 1/4") long including the littles handles, they are a scant 4" at the middle of dish only and they are a whopping (just joking) 0.75 (yes 3/4") deep or should I say shallow.

They do not weigh 7 lbs but they do weigh approx 8 ounces. The tail end of the description does accurately state these as being 6 oz capacity. So 4 stars instead of 5 is because of faulty/inaccurate dimensions and weight info in the product description; misleading really.

These are perfect to hold herb infused olive oil for dipping bread, making single serve creme brule, and it is possible to make very small portions of individual potatoes au gratin if you dice the potatoes really tiny and do not add too much cream because it will boil over the shallow sides.

They are what they are so do not expect big things out of a really petite au gratin dish but there is no arguing that these in Cherry Red are gorgeous little baubles for your kitchen and the 4 for 3 promo is outstanding for quality stoneware like Le Creuset which are thick and durable and can go in the oven and microwave. These are really small so you may have to first place them on a baking sheet before placing in oven as they may sit crooked if your oven rack has widely spaced lines like mine.

I do recommend them for beauty and limited function, if you do not mind that and have a few extra dollars but they are not necessary by any means but they are extremely cute.

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... purchased two dishes after reading the recommendation in "America's Test Kitchen, Cooking for Two 2010". My first use was for "Berry Gratin", a recipe for berries with a Zabaglione custard needing to be browned under a broiler. These petite gratins are perfect for small portions needing a wide surface for browning under a broiler.

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This is the perfect size for individual servings of anything. Great for dessert custard,single entree or side portions and the kids love their own serving dish.Goes right into the oven from the fridge and cleans easily by hand or in the dishwasher. Terrific gift for Valentines Day!

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These are really small! I bought one due to the 4-for-3 promotion so it was free as far as I am concerned. I have used it once so far to make my girlfriend a small appetizer of macaroni and cheese. It came out really nice and was amazingly easy to clean easy despite the encrusted cheese off of one of the sides. It is beautiful looking and my g/f finds it amazingly cute. So I highly recommend buying this if you like really small sides for one person. I am not sure exactly how many ounces this actually fits but I believe it is about 6 oz. I think the best use may be for small experimental baked goods done in a toaster oven (I couldn't imagine heating up an oven for less than at least 6 of these).

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I finally have a set of 4. They're a great little add-on to your order. I added one to each order until my set was complete. At $10 it's hardly noticeable. So far, I've only baked cornbread in them (individual size of course) and I've used them for petite banana splits.

Cheap WMF Premium One High Casserole with Lid

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This pot is great. Handles stay cool. Have 2 others bought in Germany 40 years ago, still look like new. WMF is a superior line and has remained so. I have WMF silverware for 40 years and used daily, no promblems. I know this new pot is well worth the $ and I will use it forever.

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I use this to make tofu from scratch. 6 blocks of nigari tofu every week! This is ideal for making soymilk, and tofu from scratch. I have been making tofu from scratch for over 35 years and this is the best I've used.

Discount NuWave 20326 Pro Digital-Controlled Infrared Tabletop Oven, Black

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I was first introduced to the NuWave oven by my sister's boyfriend's grandfather. His grandfather needed to get rid of a lot of personal items because he was moving into an old folks home because he could no longer take care of himself. So we put his NuWave oven to use by cooking a lot of different things in it. Being a person who doesn't trust much infomercials I was skeptical at how well the NuWave oven works at first. I even saw the local news reporting on how quickly the NuWave oven makes meals but was still skeptical till I used it myself. I found that it cooked most meals pretty well and you really didn't have to watch it. You just set the cooking time and leave and come back when it's finished. I was so impressed by this that I bought one myself and used it at my apartment going to college. This thing was a life saver because I wouldn't have time to get food ready because I worked, had to do school work, and had to get ready for school. Which gives me absolutely little time to prepare food. It works well if you don't have a lot of time on your hands.

I cooked chicken thighs/legs/quarters/drumsticks, pork steaks, beef steaks, pork loins, pork chops, pork ribs, linguica sausage, smoke sausage, bratwurst, pizza (frozen and home made), frozen burritos, sasauge links, muffins, spam, vienna sausages, tater tots, salmon, tilapia, and practically anything you could think of in it. Most of the time it came out pretty good. Just make sure you turn it over because sometimes the other side of the food is unevenly cooked. It's very good for reheating certain types of food though.

Pros:

Saved time

Very convenient

Little effort

Didn't have to constantly monitor it

Easy to clean

Cons:

Sometimes the food was cooked unevenly because there is only one heat source

The dome eventually cracks and breaks (no one tells you this)

NuWave doesn't offer any replacement parts

It will not replace certain microwave items or the need to deep fry certain things

Cooking fatty foods will make it explode oil all over your plastic dome

The dome eventually gets stained and is difficult to remove

They don't offer a glass dome

*TIPS*

Always make sure you flip your food so it cooks evenly

Follow the suggested temperature power setting for the food you are cooking

Make sure you line the pan with aluminum foil so you don't have to scrub the pan

The plastic dome will slowly crack, I wish they would offer it with a heavy duty glass dome but it would cost them too much money to send you a NuWave with a glass dome. I guarantee the dome will crack first before the heating element will give out on your NuWave. But after 8 months of usage, the dome is cracked. I used this thing daily but it will not replace the need to fry chicken in a deep fryer or the convenience of microwaving food in a microwave safe container. I am now outsourcing to a glass blower who will manufacture me a replacement dome.

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This is one of the very few items that you see on a info-commecial that really works. The other afternoon, my son and family stopped in unexpectedly. So I invided them to stay for supper. Now what to serve them? I remembered I had a 4 pound pork roast, about 3" thick, in the freezer. I got it out, along with some potatoes a put the NuWave Pro to the test. I put the frozen pork roast on the 4"shelf. I cut the potatoes in half lengthwise and surrounded the roast with potato halves. The rest of the potatoes I put on the lowwer rack. Set the Power level on "Hi" and the timer at 2 hours and relaxed with the family. In 2 hours the roast and potatoes werer done. The roast was perfect, a roasted look on the outside and nice and juicey on the inside. I've also done steaks, up to 2" thick, and hamburgers that came out the same. The easy cook guide instructions are just about right on the money as far as cooking time goes.

The NuWave I bought, model 20326, comes with the entender ring and extra racks.It's well worth the extra money over the standard model. It gives you so many different option for use. I'm sure you'll enjoy your new NuWave as much as I do mine.

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I purchased one of these ovens for myself and my sister after watching the infomercial numerous times. It is truly amazing to say the least. Since receiving mine for $139.99 using the super saver shipping method, I have used it almost daily and have cooked cornish hens, leg of lamb, pork loin roast, chicken leg quarters, whole duckling, toasted bagels and english muffins. Everything has cooked perfectly using the included cooking chart and have tried the cornish hens and chicken quarters frozen and fresh. It is best to thaw meats before cooking as it tastes better and saves time and energy as well. My favorite meal so far has been cornish hen cooked whole after rubbing all over with about a tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkling with McCormick rotisserie chicken seasoning. This only takes a total of 30 minutes as recommended by the included cooking chart and is the best overall $3.00 meal so far. This oven will definitely save you time and money and you'll be impressed with how juicy and grease free your food turns out. I like to watch the food as it cooks as it does so with a maximum of 1500 watts using the highest of ten power levels which is what is recommended by the cooking chart unless reheating previously cooked food. The clean up has been very easy as this model is the black and stainless upgraded model and includes the extender ring kit which would sell together for $184.92 plus very costly shipping and handling if ordered directly from Hearthware which makes the price around $200.00. Amazon.com has the lowest price including shipping that is available for this oven so you can't go wrong ordering one from them. I only wish that I had purchased one of these when they first hit the market. Thanks Amazon.com for carrying this amazing cooking appliance and offering it at the best price!!!

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What a joy this is! Haven't used my reular oven since this was received. EVERYTHING cooks up exactly as required from FROZEN!

Takes some getting used to in establishing how much cooking time is actually needed as their chart & cookbooks are mostly useless.

Steaks, chicken, salmon, even baking rolls all come out tasting great and retain their juciness much more than regular oven cooking.

Put me down as being really impressed--Will probably buy a couple for Christmas presents later this year!

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I was doubtful this product was going to work, but from the other reviews and recommendations I decided to give it a try. This product is awesome! It works as advertised. It cooks meals in half the time and with half the effort of a conventional oven. I can't believe this oven cooks frozen foods to well done in only minutes. If I hadn't seen it, I would not had believed it. This product is a lifesaver for individuals who live in areas where a convention oven would be impractical. This is a must have product for individuals who don't have time to thaw and slave over an oven for food to cook. Thanks NuWave.

Review of Bodum Chambord Enameled Cast Iron Grill Pan, White

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We are very happy with both the looks and the performance of this pan. It leaves gorgeous grill marks on veggies, meat, etc.

It needs to be washed and oiled and it is heavy so it requires more maintenance than your average pan. It is worth the investment.

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Just got this cast-iron grill pan and have already made amazing steaks and grilled veggies. Leaves beautiful grill marks on everything. This pan is extremely heavy and is of great quality. Takes a bit of effort for clean up and maintenance, but worth it for the food it cooks up.

For size reference, we were able to grill 2 16oz NY Strip Steaks with no problem.

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As even on sale for clearance I paid way too much4th use and the handle is wobbly.

Impossible to clean properly.

Don't waist you money

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The pan looks nice, the box it high quality and makes you feel liek you bought a good product. Then I opened it and pulled it out and the handle was all wobbly right out of the box. Not sure what happened there, but it might explain why a good brand name product was so cheap. Not sure if returning it is worth it considering how much shipping costs since the pan it so heavy, but I hate the wobbly handle. It probably wont be long until it breaks off completely.

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My Grill Pan! The perfect size for steak, lamb or other meats. Heavyweight and well constructed. A small piece of the enameled finish on the edge of the pan did come off right away, but I didn't return it, as I had already used it. A very good value.

Buy All-Clad Brushed Stainless D5 11-Inch French Skillet with Domed Lid

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I use this pan primarily to sear steaks on the stove top, then finish them in the oven or the broiler. Unlike cast iron, it can handle acidic ingredients without affecting the flavor, and it can go in the dishwasher when you don't feel like hand washing your dirty pans. The D5 version seems to have better heat retention than the standard All Clad stainless, this makes it great for browning and putting a nice "crisp" golden brown crust on food.

Tip: if stains remain after running the pan through the dishwasher, a little barkeeper's friend censer will clean them up nice.

Also: If your food sticks, try heating the pan on medium until a drop of water will roll around the bottom without evaporating. (this may take a while depending on your stove) Once it's hot enough, add grapeseed or canola oil, allow the oil to coat the entire bottom of the pan, then add food.

Did I mention it's made in the USA?

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Yep, these ain't cheap but if your serious about your cooking and enjoy your time in the kitchen whisking up your favorite recipe you should consider investing in high quality cookware.

For years I hesitated and settled for good quality imitations such as the Emeril's cookware but finally decided to treat myself to the real thing and find out if they are worth the high prices. Yes they certainty do. No hot spots, better results at lower heat, tight lids that allow even lower heats due to fantastic heat retention (just use a higher initial temperature put the lid on and reduce to low/medium and you get a better result than having to use med/high on other less efficient wares)

I got the same satisfaction than when I decided to buy chef quality knives ... Once you cut and dice with a "real pro knife" you know why it cost $250.

I think of these pots as an investment and a heirloom to pass on to my kids. These things are so well built that you know they will last forever (proper care of course)

I read reviews stating that you will do just as good with the classic trii-ply stainless but these are truly a step ahead. How can two layers of aluminum not be better than one? It keeps a uniform heat over the entire surface and sides at lower temperatures, perfect for braising, slow cooking, stews etc and also quickly searing and pan frying without hot spots trying to shuffle the food around so that each gets a shot at it ... With these the heat is uniform all around, just don't crowed the pieces during the searing process.

Yep I did pay a small fortune for a custom hand picked set but these are worth every penny.

Btw don't get drawn into buying the "sets" you don't really save much except if you really need the huge 8 and 12 qt stock pots and prefer frying pans over skillets.

I selected the 11 and 13 inch skillets with lids, the 1.5 and 3 qt sauce pans, the 3qt casserole steamer combo, the 4 qt sauté pan, the 6 qt deep sauté pot and 6 qt fry basket. That's the equivalent of 16 pieces for the price of their advertised 14 piece set. FYI I keep my Emeril's 6 qt stock pot that I will use for deep frying on my induction portable burner (it has a copper core and I won't suffer if it gets stained with grease frying at higher temperatures)

I prefer skillets and after researching realized that the 13 inch can also be used as a paella pan as they are similar except for the handle.

Word of caution, these are heavy, best suited for men or strong women not afraid to handle them.

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top quality. could only get it thru amazon. Next to my old cast iron pans, All-clad is the tops for cooking, baking and broiling.

clean up is easier.

Best A Di Alessi,AJM307 "POTS & PANS", Steamer basket in 18/10 stainless Deals

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I love this brand! I bought this through warehouse deal at a great price the package was not so good but who cares, the quality is great! I steam my crab and vegies and its easy to wash.

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Discount Black Clay, La Chamba Stew Pot - Extra Small - 1.5 Quarts

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Haven't used my dishes yet, but I love the black matte design. Looking forward to baking a casserold for friends and presenting it in this handsome dish.

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Cheap Bayou Classic 7485, Tripod Stand with Chain and Bag

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At first thought, a campfire tripod seems like something of an extravagant expense to have along on a hike, or camping trip. Nobody ever seemed to have bothered with one in the old westerns when they were chowing down on beans and bacon. So its kinda easy to imagine that like the cowboys and cattlemen of old, we could just save ourselves the trouble of toting it along and improvise when the time comes. Anyone who is reading this that has ever attempted to actually put that improvising into effect on the trail, knows full well what I am talking about when I say that for just that one time and place, a tripod system that actually works would be worth a portion of your prospected gold. Many a meat and potatoes dinner over a cracklin' fire has been ruined as it plunged into the fire pit after a make shift system that we created, and predicted "would work just dandy", collapses and takes both the fire, and your dinner with it. Quite simply put, there is just nothing like a store bought tripod system like the Bayou Classic in going to great lengths in making your dinner a success, as opposed to a cussed filled disaster. At just $20 at the time of this writing, I feel the 7485 model is the true best buy among the variety and price available here on Amazon. Pay a little more and you will get something a little higher, and thus wider that will accommodate larger diameter pots. But from my own examination of this line locally, I did not see any pronounced difference in ruggedness, or strength as the price increased. What you get for spending more in this line is more room for your dinner. Not any real discernible increase in heaviness, or construction. As another reviewer here noted, if your campfire iron ware is limited to about 14" or smaller, you will do just fine with this solid model. That measurement in my opinion is both large and generous enough to handle the vast majority of most rustic cooking lines. Only if you plan on moving a bigger herd that will call for a lot more cowfolk' is spending more money for a larger/taller unit all that necessary. This model with its adjustable chain should be all the average crew should ever need when it comes time to sit around the camp fire and enjoy the sweet fruit and pickin's of your days hike, or hard labor.... Much Recommended

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This tripod was cheaper then the others that I priced. So I was a little hesitant about the quality. But when I got it, I'm very pleased with it. I'm glad that I didn't buy the more expensive tripods. This one is just as good.

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If you cook in pots over open fires this item is a must have. It's sturdy construction and adjustable chain heights make it perfect for using even your largest cast iron pot.

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This is a really nice product and half the price of the other brands. It's a great buy if you use a Dutch oven less than 14" wide. I use a 12" 6Qt Dutch oven and it fits, but leaves little room to maneuver the lid on/off. It's fine if set at a lower level, but the fire is really on the Dutch oven like that. You would need to accept that or dig a hole for your fire to have a greater distance from flame to oven. In retrospect I would have bought the 60" model other brands have, but it really works fine if you just dig that hole.

I gave this 4 stars only because I think it should be taller. That extra height would allow the legs to be spread wider and accomodate a larger oven or just allow for a larger one to be lifted higher from the flames.

It's still worth the price anyway...

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To many nights we have spent fiddling with the dutch oven over the camp fire. My father made one of these for my mother and I would never have the heart to tell them but mine is way better. I set this up in my living room to test hanging the pot on it. I didnt want to give it the trial run in the heat. I have a 150 pound English mastiff that ran into it chasing our cat and the thing didnt budge. We ended up camping during Hurricane Sandy and the thing still held up our dutch oven.