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(More customer reviews)The 12 quart stock pot is the big brother to the 6 quart Master Chef 2 stock pot I got a few months ago to replace both a 5 quart teflon lined pot and my 8 quart Le Creuset Dutch oven. The 6 quart stainless steel lined aluminum body fit the bill perfectly, so I had great hopes for its big brother. And, the 12 quart has come through with flying colors.
I started getting Master Chef 2 from all the different All-Clad lines because that seemed to be the standard of choice on the Food Network's 'Iron Chef America' show. And, while I know it is not the most expensive All-Clad line, I'm also sure that they would not have chosen it if Bobby and Mario would have had any problem with it.
I also picked this particular pot because although it is labelled a stock pot, it does not have quite the classic high height to radius ratio, so it is not so high that it is hard to work with, especially when you are using it for soups. When I use it to make stocks, it has the one quality I want most, especially with an electric range, and that is control. Stock temperatures seem to respond quite well to changes in burner setting and I get no hot spots causing boiling when the overall temp of the stock is below 200 degrees Fahrenheit. Best of all, it is not extremely heavy, as it weighs less than the 8 quart Creuset.
A bit pricy, but an excellent member of its family of pots!
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7520MC2 is the contemporary iteration of the legendary Master Chef-All-Clad's original cookware collection. Subtly redesigned and substantially reengineered, MC2 presents a classic commercial aesthetic, light weight, and outstanding cooking performance. The 18/10 stainless steel interior complements the matte-finished, brushed aluminum exterior, providing an ideal cooking surface and exemplary heat distribution. Sculpted stay-cool handles add a finishing touch of polished stainless steel. MC2 is the ideal cookware for the professional chef or culinary enthusiast with an eye for professional style. Highly versatile, Stock Pots are essential to the well-equipped kitchen. These pots allow you to sautor brown, then add liquids for stocks, soups and stews. All sizes easily accommodate many ears of corn, a big batch of chili or braised lamb shanks. MC2 Technical Details: MC2's patented three-ply bonded design utilizes a pure aluminum center core and an aluminum alloy exterior to produce extraordinary thermal characteristics. In addition to creating even heat distribution, this extensive use of aluminum also reduces overall item weight. An 18/10 stainless steel interior provides the ideal cooking surface that won't react with foods, and accommodates rigorous use of metal cooking utensils for optimal results, every time. Features: -Patented 3-ply bonded design produces extraordinary thermal characteristics. -18/10 Stainless steel interior provides the ideal cooking surface that won't react with foods. -Aluminum alloy exterior reduces weight for ease of use. -Polished stainless stay-cool handles are secured with sturdy, non-corrosive rivets. -Beautiful polished stainless lid fits evenly with the pan's edges to seal in flavor. -Classic commercial aesthetic. -Made in the USA. -Lifetime Warranty. Specifications: -Materials: 3-Ply bonded construction: Brushed aluminum exterior, 18/10 stainless steel interior, pure aluminum inner layer. -Capacity: 20 Quarts. -Oven safe up to
