A Great Head of Steam!
I have read people's comments about the relatively small diameter (6") of All-Clad's 2-quart saucepan. I find that the narrow diameter of this pan maintains a very hot, moist "atmosphere" in the upper region of the inside, even with the lid off. Because of that, the top of the food in the pan benefits from the radiant heat above it as well as from the physical-contact heat of the bottom and sides of the pan, even as you are adding ingredients and stirring, and with little loss of moisture from the food. The narrowness of the top of the pan helps prevent the wafting away of heat and moisture. (Using a long-handled stirring tool helps to protect your fingertips from the steam!) If you find that you are filling this pot with food, you really should transfer the food to a larger pot. In the 2-quart pan, leave enough space above the food for the "head of steam". A truly wonderful design!
Very handy size pot
If you buy a set of ALL-CLAD pots, be sure to get one that includes this pot. Its the most used one in my kitchen. Perfect for making up to 3 cups of rice, heating soup, rewarming spagetti sauce etc.
Defects: The lip is straight up and down which makes pouring from it more difficult than it should be.
Positives: The lid seals perfectly, the thick bottom keeps things from burning, the handle takes a long time to get hot. Goes in the diswasher just fine. A very handy pot.
All-Clad Rates No. 1
I recently purchased the All-Clad 2Qt. Stainless Saucepan. The pan is heavier than most saucepans I have used in the past, but the added length of the handle more than compensates for the additional weight.
I found the pan to be extremely adept. I found that the heat transferred evenly throughout the cooking process. My ingredients did not scald or burn.
I have purchased premium cookware (I thought) in the past, but the All-Clad is by far superior to what I have. This was my first purchase, but not my last.
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