All Clad Stainless Steel 3-Quart Casserole with Lid

Perfect all-around pot
All-Clad pots have been in my kitchen for decades, and are great for their shape, even heat transmission, and durability (Exception: just don't buy any of their non-stick products, because they don't last, and you will feel bad to throw out very expensive cookware that's in great shape except for the nonstick coating). I bought this latest pot because my wife and I were continually reaching for the same pot, and we clearly needed a second one. I found it on Amazon at half price, supposedly used, but it came in the original box looking brand new. Needless to say, we are very pleased.


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Le Creuset 3-Ply Stainless-Steel 6-1/3-Quart Covered Casserole

BEST PAN I EVER PURCHASED
Le Creuset 3-Ply Stainless-Steel 6-1/3-Quart Covered Casserole

I needed a replacement Dutch Oven as my Revere Ware was unsteady on my new smooth-top stove. "Good Housekeeping" magazine recently rated cookware and gave Le Creuset top scores. I decided to try one pan, and I have to tell you, this pan is worth every dollar. It cooks more evenly than any of the Calphalon pans I currently own, it pours liquids nicely, and I plan to buy the Le Creuset 8-piece cookware set in the near future. GREAT PRODUCT!
even, fast heating
Last winter I went on a soup kick -- trying to get more veggies in my diet. And I wore out my (probably cheap) soup pot. So, I invested in this one and was surprised how different it was than my old stuff. It heated up quickly, the veggies/meat browned evenly and nicely and it comes to a boil faster even though it's not on the highest heat setting.

I'm no expert in the kitchen (am trying to be though) and I definitely noticed how superior this pot is than cheaper ones.
extremely nice piece of cookware!
Very well made, thick walls, lid fits well, inside the pan are markers to indicate quart measurements. Definitely would recommend.
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Iittala Sarpaneva 3-Quart Cast Iron Casserole with Wooden Handle

Not the real deal!
When you read the description of this pot on any website, including Amazon's, it sounds as if the iittala company decided that cooks today needed another chance to own this beautiful, practical pot, so they decided to manufacture it again. The descriptions, which wax rhapsodic about the pots proudly bearing the Timo Sarpeneva Design stamp, (and the $230 price tag), lead one to believe it is manufactured in Finland. Some of the seller's descriptions, including Amazon's, actually state that this pot is made in Finland. Not so! A tiny paper sticker reveals the country of origin to be China. The finishing made me suspicious before I saw the sticker-- it's rather rough around the edges, not smooth like the original Finnish ones made in the 1960's. I actually ordered this pot twice-- the first time, it arrived with a big chip off the edge, which was strange, because as the chipped-off piece wasn't in the box, it must have been put into the box that way. So much for quality control, but...
Design Classic
I was suprised to see this on amazon, its a design classic and something I've always wanted. The pot is heavy cast iron with a white enamel interior and is made very well. The handle on mine had a bit of the finish off where it slides through the pot, but I figured this would happen with use regardless. Love it!
IIttala Cast Iron
Wonderful cast iron pot which brings artistic beauty to the table. Design started in the 1960's still classic today.
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Le Creuset 3-Ply Stainless-Steel 4-1/4-Quart Covered Casserole

The Best Clad Cookware
After doing rigorous comparison shopping, including looking at commercial clad cookware like Vollrath Tribute, I consider the new Le Creuset cookware to be the best available, hands down. The lids are thicker, the pot bodies are heavier, and the handles are more comfortable. These pots and pans put brands like All Clad to shame.

Yes, they are made in China. Only All Clad, which now makes their handles and lids off-shore too (they don't tell you where) and Vollrath are made in the US. All Clad is no better than Cuisinart (which would be my second choice, and a lot cheaper) or Calphalon, now discontinued, in the clad cookware category. And All Clad is ridiculously expensive, which in my opinion is completely unjustifiable, not to mention that their handles are as uncomfortable as they come.

If I didn't care about looks I would have gone with Vollrath, but the Le Creuset are very attractive (for pots and pans). The new handles are thick and easy to grasp. The...


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Silit Fresh 7-Quart High Casserole with Lid, Lemon Green

Works well with my induction range
I've only used it once so far to cook spaghetti in it. It came to a boil very quickly, didn't scratch my cooktop, and cleaned up easily. It's a little heavier than I expected. It seems to be very good quality. All surfaces are nice and shiny. I will learn more about it as I continue to use it.


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Iittala Dahlstrom 8-Quart Covered Stainless-Steel Casserole

definitely worth the expense
I invested in this line of cookware about 6 years ago. I have two 3L, 5L, and an 8L of these pots. (There are also some super heavy cast iron skillets that I highly recommend.) They are truly top quality, and are of similar clad construction to allclad. The extra bonus is that they are very stylish. I won't lie... I am willing to pay extra for style with substance.

They also form a mighty impressive display on my potrack ;-)
$300+ for a product made in Korea???!!!
My dad has a pot like this and we love borrowing it. When I saw this available, we bought it, even though it is pricey. But when I opened the box, the first thing I saw was a sticker on the box saying it's made in South Korea. Nothing against Koreans, but if I am going to buy a European product at European prices, I expect it to be made in FInland like my dad's pot, not at some cut rate supplier price. The quality of the product even looks "cheaper" than the one my dad has, and his is well used already and still looks 1000 time better. I returned it right away!
cast ironskillet, long stay cool handle, very thick base, thin wall design
here is what's good about this cast iron skillet:

1)very sturdy, very manly, very well mounted, polish steel handle, stays very very cool to the touch even on high heat, even the closes part of the handle near the skillet is a bit warm but not very hot to burn you.
2) black enamel coating in and out, unlike true cast iron pans, these resist rust and if you get them wet and forget to clean and dry them right away the enamel coating prevents rust from starting.
3) cast iron is very heavy, the designer thought of reducing the weight by making the side walls of the pan thin to reduce the weight. unlike the kind from lodges the wall of those pans are thick and adds to the weight.
4) the base of the pan is extra thick, thicker than ordinary cast iron pans from lodges. This pan sits flat and so thick it won't warp over constant heat and cooling every time you use it.
5) this pan is not made in china. would be foolish to buy a pan for $140 and made in china...
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Le Creuset 3-Ply Stainless-Steel 5-Quart Braiser

Wonderful Pan
This is a wonderful stainless steel pan. It is big and has a large flat surface, which enables faster cooking. You can have a variety of uses for the pan, and cleaning is simple. Just soak the pan with dish soap and hot water for easy cleaning. The aluminum core enables heat to spread evenly and decreases both cooking time and energy consumption. For optimum results, do not use high heat.

The pan performs very well for simmering and slow cooking of rice pilafs, and sauces. I only wish that the inside of the pan was also 18/10 shining stainless steel. The brushed stainless steel center tends to leave faint water marks after washing. This is a great pan, and the only one you will need.


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All-Clad Stainless 3-Quart Casserole

All-Clad Stainless-Steel 3-Quart Casserole
I bought this 3-quart All-Clad stainless-steel casserole specifically for use as a rice cooker. For me, it has been an excellent rice cooker. I prepare three quarts of rice each time, once each week, using a 1-to-3 ratio of medium-grain brown rice and medium-grain white rice. I have followed this routine for six years, and every batch of rice was perfect. Cleaning the sticky rice residue from the casserole requires the use of hot water and a fair amount of scrubbing, with detergent and a stiff-bristled brush. After six years of use, this casserole still looks as pristine as it did when I received it.

I also used this casserole for making soup, a couple of times. Once, I used it for cooking dried beans. After seeing how well these other foods cooked, I expect to cook them more often. These are comfort foods, and they are generally inexpensive (and quite appropriate for the current national economic downturn).

From a purely economic perspective, the current price...
Wife likes it
The title says it all. My wife likes it and that is what's important. I feel that All-Clad makes good cookware and their copper core series is by far their best, but the Stainless series is good too. The stainless series is also about half the price of the copper core, making it a great choice for those of us who can't afford the copper core series. Honestly though, an expensive pot will not make you a better cook, just like owning a Mercedes will not make you a better driver. This is a piece of cookware for the cooking enthusiast. I would recommend this product, or any of All-Clad's products, for those people who would like their cookware to last a lifetime.
I love this pan!
I'm a SAHM and I cook for my family 2-3 times a day. I love to cook but I don't have nice things to cook with in my kitchen and my pots and pans are cheap, non-stick kind. Lately I've been serious with my cooking because my husband likes to eat and is enthusiastic about the dishes I feed him, and I aim to please. I need to get a new pot and I figured I'd just get the best cookware I could afford as I'm sure I would be cooking for the rest of my life. I decided to buy the All-Clad 3-Quart Casserole after much research, reading tons of reviews and finding where I could buy it the cheapest. I did not buy it from Amazon because there was a sale at MetroKitchen. We don't have much money to spend on frivolous items but this pot is probably one of the best purchases/investment I've spent out of our meager budget. When it arrived, I attacked the box and opened it immediately. It was in a nice little white All-Clad box, wrapped in a black bag, very shiny and beautiful. I love it at first...
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Silit Fresh 2-1/2-Quart Low Casserole with Lid, Polar White

Silit Fresh 2 1/2 Quart Low Casserole with Lid, Polar White
Everything about this casserole is quality. It has a lovely smooth enameled finish inside and out. The handles stay cool to the touch when used on the stove top and food cooks evenly. There is a small steam vent in the lid which stops a build up of steam. However I would have liked the casserole to be a little deeper. This saucepan is expensive but would suit anybody who wants cookware to last.


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Tramontina Gourmet 6.5 Quart Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Covered Casserole

Price value good, but you can see why people LOVE Le Creuset.
The price can't be beat! $45 with free shipping is a great value regardless of what I write in this review. I was excited to open the box, and loved the color immediately! I continued to be impressed by the weight of the pot. But after completely un packing, I placed the lid on the pot, and looked at my wife and said, this is why a Le Creuset is $245, and this was only $45. The lid does not seal tightly, and you need to rotate the lid to find the position where it seals best, though it's still not 100%, closer to 90%.
Would I buy it again? Probably. Would I have bought it in a store, where the faults were clear before making the decision to purchase? Probably not. I just cannot justify the $200+ dollars for the "real deal".
I hope this helpful.

UPDATE: After using this dutch oven many times for a variety of dishes, I would increase my rating to 4 stars. The initial dissappointment of the ill fitting lid has faded, and what remains is a pot that does its job well...
After several years the cracks began to appear...LITERALLY!!!
I've used Le Creuset for years, but as my family grew, I wanted to get a larger Dutch Oven. I was hesitant in forking over the money for a 7 qt. Le Creuset, but when I saw the 6.5 qt. Tramontina for a fraction of the cost of the Le Creuset, I figured I couldn't lose especially since there was a Lifetime Warranty. I used this Dutch Oven for everything from braises, stews, to bolognese. My only qualm was that the interior would stain which I expected after reading the little manual...no big deal. I noticed that the enamel interior wasn't as thick as the Le Creuset, but I didn't care as long as I can cook with it. I liked the heft of the pot and its heat retention ability.

The fact that you can't use this pot at a setting higher than medium was ridiculous to me, but I complied so that my warranty would not be voided. I seared my meats in a stainless steel pan and then transferred the meat and deglazed the fond into the dutch oven. This was a bit of a pain, but it didn't...
heavy pot that's versatile
I bought this pot about a week ago and was amazed at just how sturdy (around 20 pounds in weight!) and versatile it is! I plan to use it to fry chicken on the stove and to bake bread in the oven. This pot was highly recommended by Cooks Illustrated so I feel confident that it's going to work like a charm! Couple things to note...the lid is only good to 400 degrees due to the knob, not 450 like the product description states. I purchased a Le Creuset knob to replace the Tramontina knob, but the screw for the Le Creuset knob is shorter and skinner than the one that comes with this pot so I'll have to get a new screw before I can make the swap. Oh, and you'll have to season this pan before you use it. That was no big deal really...just put a little shortning on the top of the pan where the lid rests and then stick it in the oven for an hour at 350 degrees and you're in business. All in all, I'd say this pan is terrific and I'd highly recommend it to anyone looking for a versatile...
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All-Clad Stainless 4-Quart Casserole Pan

Great For Soup
This pot is the perfect size for a standard soup recipe. I have the Dutch oven and the 6-qt stock pot as well, but I still wanted this pot. I have not been disappointed. I like the taller shape; it jut feels more like a soup pot to me (I understand this is completely subjective.)

All-Clad Stainless is my favorite line of cookware. The clad technology means even heat conduction and it works on induction cookware. An extra bonus for me is the easy clean up -- throw it in the dishwasher. Whne necesary, polish with a Bar Keeper's Friend and it will look like new forever.

If you are choosing between this and a Dutch oven, go with the Dutch oven because the shape is more versatile. This pot is not a must-have, but a great have if you make a lot of soup and are looking for an addition to your All-Clad set.
Just right
Top notch quality and finish. Heats quickly and evenly.4qt. size is a nice filler between sauce pans and stock pots. The two short handles make it easier to manage than a long single one. Couldn't be happier.
Great size for everyday use
About 10 years ago I got a large All-Clad set with the 8 quart, 3 quart, and 1 quart pots plus some frying pans, steamer, etc. I often found that the 3 quart was just a little too small and the 8 quart was often times far too large. If I had two dishes to make that required a similar size pot I was out of luck. Before Thanksgiving this year I finally gave in and bought this pot. So far since I've had it I've been using it for just about everything. It's a fantastic size - still not too large - fits nicely on a burner but has nice tall sides which are great for anything that would have splashed out of my 3 quart. Obviously there are some downsides. It doesn't have a curled rim for pouring and obviously with two handles it is harder to pour liquid out using the lid to stop the contents from falling out. But if you use an oven mit or rag you're all set. Great size and great quality as always. Very happy with my purchase. I don't know how I lived without it for so long. Now I...
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Le Creuset Tri-Ply Stainless Steel 6-1/4-Quart Covered Casserole/Stockpot

Great pan
I have used enameled cast iron pans in the past, but they are very heavy.
This is a reasonably priced pan compared to other tri-clad pans and I like the form factor (it is high for its width).
I have had it for four months now and use it a lot because it is a great pan.
Still works as new. I have not put it in the dishwasher.


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WMF Premium One 6-Quart High Casserole with Lid

WMF at its best
This pot is great. Handles stay cool. Have 2 others bought in Germany 40 years ago, still look like new. WMF is a superior line and has remained so. I have WMF silverware for 40 years and used daily, no promblems. I know this new pot is well worth the $ and I will use it forever.


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WMF Premium One 4-Quart Low Casserole with Lid

Quality Product
I use this casserole with the steam insert. It's excellent. Vegetables turn out perfect. I highly recommend this product line.


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Sitram Catering 10.4-Quart Commercial Stainless Steel Rondeau Casserole

Excellent, Excellent !!!
Perfect for browning, braising and stewing large batches of chicken, pork, lamb or the like. This is a very heavy pot - so that's what makes it great for browning meat (maillard reaction) them simmering it in wine, broth and mire poix (carrots, celery and onion) plus lots of garlic.

This is now my standard "braising and stewing" pot and has replaced my 7.25 quart Le Creuset French Oven. It can take more abuse and is easier to clean. It is much wider and will brown more meat faster.

Granted that with the 13.5 in. cover, this rondeau will put you back about $180, this will pay for itself in only 2 outings with the family is a typical restaurant.

This is my best pot for cooking a large meal for my 3 hungry boys and their friends. I love it.
Great for when you really need it
I purchased this giant casserole as a Christmas gift for my husband, in effort to expand his collection of professional cookware. Yes, I am biased, but my husband is extremely talented and more folks that just myself think he could easily start a second career as a gourmet chef. That said, let me say this pan does not get used a whole lot, but when he needs a large pan for specific uses - searing a 2-1/2 lb. tenderloin or making mass quantities of spaghetti sauce for canning - it comes in EXTREMELY handy!

Most residential stoves do not have a burner large enough to accomodate the bottom of this pan, us included. However, with the copper core inside the bottom of the pan, our too-small burner isn't a problem, because the heat distributes throughout the copper core evenly, negating hot spots.

The lid is sold separately from the pot, but if you plan to let anything simmer (and the pan being a casserole, you should), you'll want to buy it - unless you really are a...
A Must Have !!!
Just a super pan !!!!! Spreads heat so nicely even with a small burner.
Now I can make my chicken curry in one pan !!!!!!!!!
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All-Clad Stainless Cassoulet with Lid

Versatile and good-looking
This is essentially the All-Clad stainless steel 3 quart saucier fitted with 2 short handles. The "dutch oven" sold by All-Clad is a similar configuration of the 5 1/2 quart saucier.

This is a versatile stovetop pan--wide enough for frying, deep enough for liquids, good-looking enough to carry to the table. It can also slide into the oven when needed.

It may not be big enough to do a traditional 19th century cassoulet, with large hunks of meat and a gallon or so of beans, as one poster complained, but it functions quite well as an "everyday pan" for up to 4 persons. The dimensions of 9 1/2 inches by 3 inches (plus handles) fit the 3 quart capacity into a compact shape, with a rounded bottom for easy stirring.

If you are looking for a versatile "do-it-all" pan, this is a good choice.
Custom cookware for classic French dish
The Cassoulet is a classic French stew which, according to the Larousse Gastronomique is 'A dish, originally from languedoc which consists of haricot beans cooked in a stew pot with prok rinds and seasonings. A garnish of meats, which varies from region to region, and a gratin topping are added in the final stages'

This is a somewhat pricy piece of cookery for something designed to do a particular, somewhat complicated dish. I originally bought it with a gift certificate to a good cookware store because I wanted to be sure I had something both durable and distinctive. I have since found that the size and shape of the pot, aside from the superior All-Clad construction is excellent for both braises and thick gratins, two of my favorite types of dishes. It also happens to be just the right shape for whisking sauces and making baked pasta dishes and casseroles (note the similarity in name) such as macaroni and cheese. It is especially good for dishes where you want it covered...
It's not a saucier but it is handy
I have this pan and use it often and do like it. As far as I can remember it is different than the 3 qt saucier. I recall the saucier having a smaller bottom surface area with more rounded sides. I remember being unimpressed with the saucier for that reason.

I use this for blanching vegetables all the time...it's good for asparagus. Also smaller batches of pasta sauce and smaller type casseroles, mashed potatoes, etc. Overall it's a very nicely sized pan. This pan comes much closer to a true everyday pan then anything else all clad makes. The 10" & 13" "everyday pans" or braisers don't have high enough sides to be very useful IMO.

My dream pan would be very similar to this but larger. Maybe a 4.5 qt version. That would be big enough to make a sauce and add the pasta at the end, also big enough to brown, say 6 pieces of chicken and then braise them in the same pan. Too bad they don't make it. None of their other pans get it right either...if the sides...
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All-Clad Brushed Stainless D5 3-Quart Casserole with Lid and Steamer

great 3qt casserole, but steamer feels cheap
This combination package is made of two items that can be purchased separately at a slightly higher price:

* All Clad d5 Stainless Brushed 3Qt Casserole with Lid
* All Clad 3Qt Steamer Insert

The d5 brushed stainless steel finish on the 3Qt Casserole screams "quality" and the pot seems very well constructed. It has a heavy weight and a precision machine feel.

Unfortunately, the steamer insert is no match for the 3Qt casserole. Instead of the d5 stainless finish, it is has a cheaper-looking shiny finish. The rivets on the handle seem much cheaper and crude in comparison. My first thought was that perhaps there was an assembly error at the factory and the wrong steamer insert was placed into the package. But after more research, I realize that there was no mistake. All Clad has coupled their quality "made in America" 3Qt casserole with a significantly inferior "made in China" steamer insert.

I returned it for a refund.
Expensive but well worth the investment
Yep, these ain't cheap but if your serious about your cooking and enjoy your time in the kitchen whisking up your favorite recipe you should consider investing in high quality cookware.

For years I hesitated and settled for good quality imitations such as the Emeril's cookware but finally decided to treat myself to the real thing and find out if they are worth the high prices. Yes they certainty do. No hot spots, better results at lower heat, tight lids that allow even lower heats due to fantastic heat retention (just use a higher initial temperature put the lid on and reduce to low/medium and you get a better result than having to use med/high on other less efficient wares)

I got the same satisfaction than when I decided to buy chef quality knives ... Once you cut and dice with a "real pro knife" you know why it cost $250.

I think of these pots as an investment and a heirloom to pass on to my kids. These things are so well built that you know they...
Quality 5-ply product for induction cooking with steamer
Finally a top quality steamer that can be used on an induction stove. Medium sized, easy to handle but not too big. Expect to be steaming spinach for 2-4 people regular in there. Double handles will help to spread out the weight, when water is full in the bottom. Looking forward to this set being an always available in my kitchen for small and larger tasks.
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Tramontina Limited Editions Barazzoni 5.5 Quart Full-Clad Copper Exterior Covered Casserole

Absolute Best
The products made by Barazzoni are the extreme best in the world. Fabulous heat rendition, at low inputs, quick cooking, easy cleaning (except the exterior). I rather enjoy cleaning and polishing the exterior copper after each use - the pans looks so spectacular when cleaned. This works equally as well in the oven, up to 450F, when cooking racks of lamb and other roasts. Absolutely worth the very high price for a piece of total quality.


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WMF Function 4 Low Casserole with Lid, 4-Quart

love the pan, lid has issues
I was given this pan as a gift. I love the pan and use it all the time. The only problem is the lid. The silicone ring around the lid retains the smell of whatever you cook in the pan. I can't get rid of the smell and I smell it every time I open the cabinet where I store the pan. I can't find any where on line to ask about it or a web site that would help.
I just don't know why black bone chicken smell better if cooked by this one than other qua...
I just don't know why black bone chicken smell better if cooked by this one than other qua... The lid is excellent to keep steam in and heating the food in a health way.
Besides, this pan remain warm long time after cooking, keep the food fresh during serving.
Outstanding!!!
If you know the brand, then it goes without saying that this is a very high quality piece of cookware. Worth the investment! I am looking forward to many years of use!
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BOURGEAT COPPER CASSEROLE WITHOUT LID 7 7/8"

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Bourgeat Casserole 7.75" pan
I have owned this pan for about 4 years and it is the most used pan in our kitchen.

It has been used to cook many of the meals it is designed for and others such as risottos. I've discovered it can cook other foods that some say you can't in such a pan. Yes folks, I have cooked a great fillet steak and a tuna steak in this fabulous work horse! Just quietly ;-) it will also do a good stir fry if you are careful.

As a casserole, it is so good, I don't bother using my Le Creuset anymore. In fact, I hardly use the oven to cook stews or casseroles thanks to this pan, it's that good.

Cooking with copper is like driving a car, it responds to changes on the cook stove heat like a car does to the accelerator.

Cleaning up is easy and handling thanks to it's two handles, is a breeze.

If I was forced to use just one pan, this would be my choice.

Highly recommended!


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