Cookware Reviews

I have tried virtually every brand of cookware out there. I finally stumbled across All-Clad by accident (literally. there was a box on the floor of the store I was in and I tripped on it!) This particular pot is my absolute favorite. It is EXACTLY the right size for cooking fabulous bean recipes for the family in the oven and was perfect for cooking a lemon soup on the stovetop for Easter - a soup in which the temperature control was most important. Clean up is a snap. It has a nice "solid" heft, the handles are comfortable and easy to use. In addition, in my own humble opinion, it is very stylish and attractive. Mine is sitting on my stove right now, just looking good - empty, but quite decorative. I bought a small set, fry pan, saute, saucepan, braisier and this pot. I have so far only used this pot because I was saving it all until we installed my new Viking Range... Don't think I can hold out any longer. Going to have to make room in the cupboards and break it all out. In short - I love this pot and it makes it fun to cook - which I need after 23 years of "what's for dinner tonight??"

All-Clad. It's expensive, sure. But you buy it once, and you have it for the rest of your life. It heats quickly and evenly, it's easy to clean, and you can't beat a lifetime guarantee. Throw away that crap you bought to melt Velveeta in college, and step into the world of the living.

I just received the ALL-CLAD LTD 8 piece cookware set a few days ago. I can't believe I own such a beautiful set of cookware. My neighbor owns a few pieces of the ALL-CLAD LTD cookware and loves them. I now know why!! I ordered the 8 piece cookware set because I was not interested in another stock pot. I have two and don't need another. Most cookware sets include the stockpot.

The first thing I cooked in the frying pan was 5lbs of bacon. What a messy build up I had on the bottom of the pan. I could not believe how easy the cleanup was. I literally placed the pan under hot water with a little soap and sponge. No elbow grease needed!! I was also amazed at how even the heat distribution was. No hot spots to be found and the handle stayed cool!! The frying pan is heavy so not for the faint of heart.

I cooked risotto the other night in the 3qt casserole pan and I don't think it has ever come out better. It was much fluffier than usual, even my husband noticed the difference. All because of the pan!!

The lid that comes with the 1qt saucepan also fits on the 2qt saucepan. I am finding the 1qt saucepan to be very useful when cooking for my 2 year old just the right size. I'm look for something to disappoint me but so far I just can't wait to cook my next meal!

This stir fry pan by All-Clad is the most used piece in my All-Clad collection. I cook on a 30" Viking rangetop and this piece is perfect. From soup to cabbage this pan is surprisingly versatile. I'm back looking to by a second one now!

This fry pan has a fabulously-even heat distribution that cooks and sears meats to perfection while preserving the natural flavors thereof. Doesn't absorb the natural juices like some teflon/non-stick pans do. Beautiful stainless polished finish that will keep on shining with proper care/ stainless powder cleansers. When I really want the flavor to come through, I use this pan and it brings out the best of each meal!

I've been using woks for a while and this is my favorite design wok. Although many asian chefs prefer the semi-circular woks with two side handles, I think this type of wok has it's own positive traits that make it worthwhile to invest in.

Many Americans and Asian Americans are used to using long handles to cook and when it comes to woks, this is no exception. Although using a round wok has its benefits in being able to stir things easier, the flat wok is necessary to keep the wok in balance given the long handles. Also, the long handles make it much easier to use one hand to flip over food than it does with the two smaller handles. To add to that, when frying in a wok, a flat surface gives more area for cook to fry in. Less oil to fry more stuff in.

Also, with All Clad's blend of metals, this wok does a better job than the traditional "machine made steel" woks normally bought by asian chefs. Some may argue about this statement but I think I'm right in this. If not better, at least healthier.

All Clad make beautifully constructed pans that are built like tanks, and the Master Chef 2 finish ages beautifully. Some folks worry that the brushed aluminum finish will be impossible to clean, but cleans up fine with steel wool, with no worrying about scratching the shiny finish. Best of all, if you don't bother, its still looks great, because the brushed finish looks equally good with a well used patina.

And of course, it performs wonderfully too. The whole pan heats evenly and quickly, the stainless steel holds a fond well for making pan sauces, while cleaning easily when you're finished.

You might also want to check out the lid, which makes this pan even more versatile.

I was hesitant to purchase this. ALthough I have almost the whole line of MC2 products, for au gratins I generally use my Le Creuset or Emil Henry pans. Well, I felt a bit flush and bought this. Best thing I ever did. Markedly superior cooking qualities make it worth the effort is you use this type of dish a lot. Also a wonderful substitute for cazuelas -- unlike most cermaic cazuelas, this can go on the stove top as wekk. I highly recomment this.

The is a fabulous pan. I love the All Clad range and though it's expensive it is so durable that I'm sure I will be passing it on to my daughter when she gets her first apartment (she's not yet one). This is a lot to pay for one pan but for good Paella it's worth it!

The high sides on this pot make it great! perfect pot for sauces, oatmeal, etc.