All-Clad Stainless French Oven Review

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(More customer reviews)Because I am an All-Clad fan, and I own and use more All-Clad pieces than I really can afford, I feel like a traitor as I begin to write this. I wish I could return-for-refund my copy of this very pricey All-Clad "French Oven" (not purchased from amazon.com). For my needs, my two Le Creuset oval ovens and one Le Creuset round "buffet casserole" do the (French / Dutch) "oven" thing better, cheaper, and more beautifully. Cast iron, although not as physically tough as stainless steel, really does hold the heat much better, plus it works with induction, just in case you have induction (I do not) and you need to use the "oven" on the stove-top; this All-Clad oven bottom is non-magnetic. Le Creuset uses cast iron for the cover as well as for the bottom, unlike this All-Clad piece, which has the plain stainless steel (non-clad) cover, which I think compromises the "oven" concept of all-encompassing uniform heat. My All-Clad oven's wire rack (a plus over Le Creuset, which has none) is totally flat, and it hugs the rounded contours so snugly that the little bent-wire legs do not even touch the bottom of the pan, so the rack is not totally stable. A bed of mirepoix or potatos or such vegetables would perform better than this rack unless you are going for enclosed dry roasting of poultry, which really needs a non-flat rack, one that can hold the bird in the desired position. This oven's bottom pan is too deep to double as a roasting pan unless you can find a V-rack that will properly fit this pan. Also without its cover, the pan likely could be used for baking lasagna, but I think that the top of the food would be too far below the top of the pan for proper browning. Now, it is just barely possible that I somehow am not getting the point of this All-Clad "French Oven". (I understand All-Clad's attractive "Dutch Oven" OK, but cast iron really is the more appropriate material for the task.) In any case, I am hoping that someone from All-Clad will read this, take pity on me, and wave their magic wand, absolving me of my treachery, and take back their piece so that I then can put that money into other All-Clad items that I (really, truly do) need.

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This larger, heavier version of the traditional Dutch Oven, cooks Moussaka, stews, pot roasts, or any one-pot meals that require long cooking times. You have the option of browning on the stovetop and roasting or simmering to follow.

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All-Clad MC2 Stockpot Review

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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

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All-Clad Master Chef 2 6-Quart Stockpot Review

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(More customer reviews)I thought I couldn't cook -- until I started using All-Clad. I kept scorching the pudding and didn't realize it was my old, thin stainless steel pans with the copper bottoms that was the problem. (You know the ones I mean.)
All-clad pans are wonderful. They conduct heat well, clean easily, and are heavy enough to avoid scorching problems. I recommend them to everyone. I have an assortment from the 2 qt. copper saucier for delicate sauces to this useful aluminum exterior clad 6 qt. pot that I use for absolutely everything, from spaghetti sauces to chili to pot roasts.
This 6 quart beauty is the first piece of All-clad that I purchased over 10 years ago. It is also the pot I use most often and I have no trouble keeping the aluminum clad exterior clean enough to hang on the wall.
Furthermore, I know from first hand experience that the All-clad company stands behind their product and will replace them if there is a problem. The only exterior that I don't have much experience with is the LTD. I bought one of the 1 qt. bargains -- and so far it has not scratched although my use has been very light. (I find it a little too small to be really useful.)

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Soups, stocks, stews and chili - whichever you have on the menu, you'll reach for this 6-qt. Stock Pot by All-Clad every time. Originally designed for professional chefs, All-Clad pans have 3 layers, bonded together to ensure even heating. The pure aluminum core is fused between a brushed aluminum-alloy exterior and a hand-polished 18/10 stainless steel cooking surface, which won't react with food. Long, stay-cool handle, non-corrosive rivets and expertly fitted lid. all are stainless steel. Lifetime warranty.

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All-Clad Stainless 12-Quart Tall Stock Pot with Lid Review

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(More customer reviews)I have never felt more skeptical about buying a product so expensive but when I saw there was a used item selling for $240 by Warehouse Deals, my jaw dropped and I snagged it. I felt like the luckiest man in the world.
All-Clad doesn't disappoint with its reputation for quality: this pot simmers stock to perfection, looks beautiful, and will last many lifetimes. I only thought it would be taller, despite its title as a "tall" stock pot: I measured and found it to be slightly wider than it is tall. I was expecting it to be taller than it was wide, but this was never the case with all 12 quart stockpots I bought and measured.
Don't fear All-Clad's prices. Their products are meant to last lifetimes. Also, look for Warehouse Deals selling used pieces of cookware that were never touched. Most people won't be as lucky as me finding 40% off of a product like this, but stay on your toes nonetheless.

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All Clad's Stainless Tall 12-Quart Stock Pot is perfectly designed for simmering soups and stews but are wonderful for preparing long pasta too.

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