18/10 mirror-finish stainless steel. Classic looks, professional performance. Cooking surface does not discolor, react with food, or alter flavors.
Solid stainless steel riveted handles stay cool on the stovetop. Safe and comfortable handling.
Aluminum encapsulated base heats quickly and spreads heat evenly. Eliminates hot spots.
Rim is smoothly tapered to eliminate drips and spills while pouring. Tight fitting stainless covers seal in moisture and nutrients for healthier, more flavorful results.
Cuisinart is pleased to offer an exciting new variety of specialty pieces of Chef's Classic Stainless Cookware that make everyday cooking tasks a pleasure. A multitude of cooking tasks are consolidated into this one versatile pot, maximizing productivity and saving storage space.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0
shape good, spots bad:
If you're worried about the unusual shape being a problem, forget about it. Any concern I had about the non-vertical sides making this pot tippy proved unfounded. it's as good at boiling pasta as it is simmering soup. I have, however, noticed small spots forming on the bottom (inside) of the pot. These could not be removed with barkeeper's friend. They're very small and I'm not too worried about it. But I know other reviewers have noted it and returned the item.
Exactly What I Needed:
I bought three Cuisinart pans at the same time. I decided on this one instead of a Dutch oven and am so glad I did. I can cook almost anything in this pot. The size is generous. I love the slope of the side walls -- makes it really easy to work with whatever is in the pot. It moves easily from the stovetop to the oven, which was a priority for me. All handles and lids are oven-compatible. It isn't quite as heavy as I would have hoped, thus the four stars instead of five. But, it cleans easily, cooks evenly... more info
Multi Pot for multi uses!:
I have had this pot for at least 3 years now. It comes in handy so many different times when I am cooking. I have been able to keep it looking brand new with a little Bar Keepers Friend when it is needed. It makes a great soup pot, chili pot, spaghetti sauce pot, it just seems like I am always pulling it out of the cupboard for one thing or another. It heats very evenly, has a nice heavy bottom and I love the glass lid so you can see what is going on in the pot without opening the lid. I had purchased a set... more info
poor quality - used once and noticed spots just from boiling water:
Bought this pan at a major department store. Used the pan once to make pasta. Upon boiling the water we noticed spots inside the bottom of the pan. We quickly emptied the water and sure enough, the spots were still there. The three black spots would not clean up. It's almost as if the aluminum is defective. We'll be returning the pot for a full refund and we will be weary about Cuisinart cookware in the future.
