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3/28/2012

All-Clad Stainless-Steel Saute Pan Review

All-Clad Stainless-Steel Saute Pan
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I own the 3-Quart version of this pan, purchased in a set before I knew better, and have used this 4-Quart. I prefer this one because its taller sides make doing a true sauté (which means "jump" in French) of the ingredients a bit easier. Taller sides like this are what are found in most European sauté pans. The previous review is inaccurate in that both the 3-Quart and 4-Quart All-Clad pans are identical in diameter, which can be verified at All-Clad's web site.
Per All-Clad, the LTD and Master Chef lines use thicker aluminum so if you don't need the ease of maintenence and durability that comes with a stainless-steel exterior, I would suggest you consider these other lines for their more even (i.e. better) heating performance.
Also, there are higher-end cookware lines out there than All-Clad. Don't think that All-Clad is the "best" available. Brands such as Demeyere and Bourgeat have features such as more durable exterior finishes (Demeyere Atlantis, etc.), thicker aluminum cores, more comfortable handles (an All-Clad weakness), and even full copper (more conductive than aluminum). These come at a higher price than All-Clad. On the other hand, there are less-expensive product lines such as Calphalon Commercial (often cheap on Amazon.com!) and brands used in commercial kitchens like Sitram.
Still, this is a nice pan and I don't think you can really go wrong with All-Clad. It's the best commonly available at consumer kitchen shops and easy to order on Amazon.com.

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5404For a Limited Time, Spend $499 or More on All-Clad and Receive a FREE Lasagna Pan Gift Set - a $170 Value! With its 18/10 stainless steel cooking surface and hand-polished, mirror-finished exterior, the All-Clad Stainless collection is the ultimate reflection of style and practicality. All-Clad Stainless delivers the ideal combination of professional performance and dishwasher-safe cleaning. Magnetic stainless steel makes All-Clad Stainless the ideal cookware for induction cooktops, as well. The Stainless collection is All-Clad s best-selling cookware series, and is the cookware of preference for many of the world s professional chefs and discriminating home cooks. Ideal for saut ing, frying and searing, the high-sided sautpan is also useful in cooking fresh pasta sauces, and any dish that requires liquid added to saut ed ingredients. This multi-functional kitchen helper makes cooking your favorite meals easier than ever, while non-stick coating makes clean up a breeze! Stainless Technical Details: The 3-ply bonded design of All-Clad Stainless incorporates an aluminum center core clad with stainless steel to produce highly-responsive conduction and even heat distribution. The magnetic stainless steel exterior is essential to ensuring compatibility with all induction cooktops, while also being ideally-suited for use with traditional cooktop technologies. This bonded construction helps make any cooking task easier, giving you more control. Features: -3-Ply bonded construction for a lifetime of use. -Easy-to-clean 18/10 stainless-steel interior helps prevent foods from sticking and will not react with foods. -Mirror-finished magnetic stainless-steel exterior is hand-polished to a lustrous shine. -Pure aluminum core covers bottom of the pan and extends up the sides for greater heat conductivity. -Signature stay-cool handles are cast from solid stainless-steel and designed for ergonomic comfort. -Suited for all stovetops including electric, gas, ceramic, inductio

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3/14/2012

All-Clad Stainless-Steel Fry Pan Review

All-Clad Stainless-Steel Fry Pan
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After getting the 10-inch version of this pan, I found a great deal on the 8-inch pan and picked it up for smaller jobs in the kitchen. This was a great decision.
8 inches *is* small for a lot of cooking and this shouldn't be your primary fry pan but it is great for doing smaller jobs on the side or for cooking up things for one or two people. I use this guy for eggs, meat and more. The pan heats really evenly and feels great in my hand. The handle does a great job of dispersing heat and staying cool, too. And, though it doesn't come with a lid, the medium lid from the All Clad pots fit it well.
When things do stick, I don't worry about attacking it and scratching off the surface. I can use a scraper, sponge, or scouring pad without any problems. Metal can be used but it is more likely to scratch. And it is safe in the dishwasher although I recommend handwashing as much as possible.
Some cooking tips I learned with this type of pan: Use a lower heat, not because you have to (like with non-stick), but because it heats so evenly, you often don't need that higher temperature. Also when you throw something in, whether you are using butter, oil, a spray, or nothing, let it sit and cook a bit before you try to move it around. Hamburger, for example, will adhere to the pan at first and if you try stirring it up right away, small pieces will be stuck and are more likely to burn. Rather, wait until it has a minute or two to cook on that side. The parts that adhere will cook, separate and lift away from the pan so you can stir it easier. And when you are done, if there is any food stuck to the pan, put some water in it and let it boil for a few minutes. This will help lift it off and make cleaning easier.
Again, a great pan, a great brand, and definitely worth the money since it will last you a lifetime with the warranty they give you.

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5112For a Limited Time, Spend $499 or More on All-Clad and Receive a FREE Lasagna Pan Gift Set - a $170 Value! With its 18/10 stainless steel cooking surface and hand-polished, mirror-finished exterior, the All-Clad Stainless collection is the ultimate reflection of style and practicality. All-Clad Stainless delivers the ideal combination of professional performance and dishwasher-safe cleaning. Magnetic stainless steel makes All-Clad Stainless the ideal cookware for induction cooktops, as well. The Stainless collection is All-Clad s best-selling cookware series, and is the cookware of preference for many of the world s professional chefs and discriminating home cooks. The workhorse of all cookware shapes, the versatile shape and size this All-Clad frying pan makes it a frequent choice for scrambling eggs and bacon on Sunday morning, or preparing a quick chicken sautdinner on a weeknight. This conventional fry pan goes in the oven and under the broiler, making it even more convenient. Stainless Technical Details: The 3-ply bonded design of All-Clad Stainless incorporates an aluminum center core clad with stainless steel to produce highly-responsive conduction and even heat distribution. The magnetic stainless steel exterior is essential to ensuring compatibility with all induction cooktops, while also being ideally-suited for use with traditional cooktop technologies. This bonded construction helps make any cooking task easier, giving you more control. Features: -3-Ply bonded construction for a lifetime of use. -Easy-to-clean 18/10 stainless-steel interior helps prevent foods from sticking and will not react with foods. -Mirror-finished magnetic stainless-steel exterior is hand-polished to a lustrous shine. -Pure aluminum core covers bottom of the pan and extends up the sides for greater heat conductivity. -Signature stay-cool handles are cast from solid stainless-steel and designed for ergonomic comfort. -Suited for all stovetops including electric, gas, cerami

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