Big pot, will boil
I got this pot to make pasta for 6+ dinner guests. I know it will handle 8 diners but may be able to handle 10.
Why a large commercial pot in a house? Pasta needs a lot of water to cook. Small amounts of water to pasta means that it will have to cook longer, therefore, soggy noodles. A large amount of water speeds up the process.
That said, I really enjoy this pot. It's light enough to clean easily but heavy enough to heat evenly and be rugged. I expect to have it for a long time.
Maybe 20 quart is not for you. That's not for me to decide. If you make pasta for more than 4 people, I would recommend the Tramontina commercial stock pots in either the 16 or 20 quart sizes. As long as you have the room, I don't think you would regret it.
Not quite All-Clad D5, but very very good
In this size, usually you get fairly flimsy commercial stock pots. This is a sturdy, well-built pot. It has a 3/8 inch thick, induction capable bottom for even heat distribution. This bottom design does not carry heat up the sides as well as All-Clad's multi-ply construction, but most people will be using it for stocks and stews. The handles are large, heavy, and riveted, not spot welded, which given this pot's size is essential. Overall, a very very good stock pot.
Excellent for brewing
I bought this pot at Walmart to brew beer. It works great. It heats quickly, even on an electric stove. Its bottom is thick enough so that the wort doesn't scorch. Its handles make lifting and pouring a snap. (Make sure you get the one with the silicone handles. These are far better and softer than the aluminum handles shown here. The two pots are otherwise identical.) Although it is sturdy it is relatively lightweight. (I had no trouble lifting it with nearly four gallons of liquid in it.) It is also relatively compact and so is easy to wash in an ordinary kitchen sink. It actually holds 22 quarts (5 1/2 gallons) when filled to the brim. While I'm planning on using it exclusively for beer I'm sure it would be good for large batches of chili, spaghetti sauce, and the like.
Buy this at Walmart or Sam's Club. The price there is approximately half of what is listed here.
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