Amazon.com Review

A world-class collection of nonstick cookware, Emerilware bearsthe signature of celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse (Bam!) and was createdin partnership with renowned cookware maker All-Clad. Durable, heavy,and beautiful, Emerilware combines the contemporary style ofcharcoal-black, hard-anodized aluminum and the contemporary ease ofnonstick. Key to the cookware's high performance is the exceptionalthickness (5 mm) of the hard-anodized aluminum and three layers oftough nonstick. That means better heat retention and scratchresistance. Ideal for low-fat, healthful cooking, Emerilware carries alifetime warranty against defects.

This 8-quart Dutch oven dramatically displays Emerilware's virtues.With its domed lid it's ideal for cooking on the stovetop or in theoven. Without the lid it can be used to simmer a stock or soup. In anycase, it's beautiful enough to be borne triumphantly to the table. The18/10 stainless-steel lid has a gleaming mirror finish and fits tightlyon the pan's flared lip, which also prevents drips while pouring.Polished loop handles cast of stainless steel are riveted to the panfor strength, stay cool on the stovetop, and are oven-safe. Emerilwareshould be hand washed. --Fred Brack

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Features

• Lifetime warranty against defects
• Dome-lidded, 8-quart Dutch oven for cooking on stovetop or in oven
• Extra-thick, hard-anodized aluminum exterior
• Three layers of top-grade nonstick ensure scratch-resistant interior
• Stainless-steel, stay-cool handles riveted for strength

Reviews (1)

Love, Love, Love it!
This is my first piece of Emerilware or All-clad and I adore this pot. I make lots of soups, stews, chili, etc in the Winter months. Living in Minnesota - there's not a lot of other things to do for a couple of months :) My only regret is the lid not being glass and having to lift it off every time to check on the dish. I definately will buy more Emerilware. Seems larger than my other 8 Qt kettles. Definatly no buyers remorse with this purchase! ... Read more

Features

• Brushed aluminum exterior
• 18/10 Stainless Interior
• Stainless steel handles and rivets
• Not recommended for dishwasher use

Amazon.com Review

The second generation of All-Clad's Master Chef line (MC2), this cookware combines brushed aluminum with stainless-steel accents for a contemporary look. Like All-Clad's other renowned cookware collections, Master Chef provides serious and professional cooks with all the virtues that make All-Clad's worldwide reputation unsurpassed. Key to its high performance is a three-ply, bonded construction. Sandwiched between the brushed aluminum exterior and the interior lies a thick core of pure aluminum that spreads heat evenly across the bottoms of pots and pans and all the way up the sides. Certain pieces, like this one, have two interior layers, one of 18/10 stainless steel and the other of scratch-resistant, professional-grade nonstick bonded to the steel.

This classic straight-sided 6-quart sauté pan illustrates the Master Chef line's stylish yet practical design. It's an imposing 13-1/2 inches in diameter (and 2-3/4 inches deep), large enough for a professional kitchen but fully functional in a home where big meals are prepared. Its polished 18/10 stainless-steel pan and lid handles are riveted for strength and grooved on the top for comfort. Like the pan's helper handle, the long handle (holed for hanging on a hook or peg) stays cool on the stovetop but won't be harmed by an oven's highest heat. Master Chef cookware carries a lifetime warranty against defects and should be hand washed. --Fred Brack ... Read more

Features

• Lifetime warranty against defects
• Professional-size, 13-1/2-inch, straight-sided, 2-3/4-inch-deep saute pan
• Stainless-steel interior; brushed aluminum exterior; aluminum core
• Layer of scratch-resistant, professional-grade nonstick bonded to interior
• Long, comfortable stay-cool handle riveted for strength

Amazon.com Review

A world-class collection of nonstick cookware, Emerilware bears the signature of celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse (Bam!) and was created in partnership with renowned cookware maker All-Clad. Durable, heavy, and beautiful, Emerilware combines the contemporary style of charcoal-black, hard-anodized aluminum and the contemporary ease of nonstick. Key to the cookware's high performance is the exceptional thickness (5 mm) of the hard-anodized aluminum and three layers of tough nonstick. That means better heat retention and scratch resistance. Ideal for low-fat, healthful cooking, Emerilware carries a lifetime warranty against defects.

This classic, straight-sided 1-1/2-quart saucepan dramatically displays Emerilware's virtues. It's 6-3/4 inches in diameter and 2-7/8 inches deep, perfect for cooking a white sauce or simmering peas for two. Under its domed lid, the pan is equally at home on the stovetop or in the oven. The pan's flared lip prevents drips when pouring. The long handle has an indented thumb rest and is rounded for comfort. Cast of stainless steel and polished, the handle is riveted to the pan for strength and stays cool on the stovetop. Emerilware should be hand washed. --Fred Brack ... Read more

Features

• Lifetime warranty against defects
• Classic, straight-sided, 1-1/2-quart saucepan
• Extra-thick, hard-anodized aluminum exterior
• Three layers of top-grade nonstick ensure scratch-resistant interior
• Stainless-steel, stay-cool handle rounded for comfort, riveted for strength

Reviews (3)

Too short
This is the smallest Emerilware nonstick Saucepan. As with the other sizes, this piece is well made and cleans easily. I wish it had taller sides and was not as wide. Other than that, no problems.

Want All-Clad...but on a tight budget?
Then, look no further than Emerilware. You'll have all the benefits of All-Clad at half the price. The non-stick surface is so superior...my dog hardly has much to lick off of the pan!

Easy to clean. Fast to heat-up. No hot spots. These are real finds.

About the best non-stick ever
The only reason I've given this pan 4 stars instead of 5 is that it is on the heavy side, not uncommon for high quality pans and not so much that you should not buy it, but it is a consideration if that sort of thing gets to you. In terms of performance, Emerilware pans are tops. After buying our first one, I tossed a half dozen lesser pans and bought more Emerilware. Made by All Clad so you know the quality is there, the nonstick surface is astonishingly good and, so far, very tough. The pans also have a flared lip which makes pouring easy, and since the food just slides out, this is an extra bonus. If you want to start small, try the 8 inch fry pan which is often on sale. You will be back for more. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

The bestseller among All-Clad's renowned cookware collections, the Stainless line provides serious and professional cooks with all the virtues that make All-Clad's worldwide reputation unsurpassed. Key to its high performance is a three-ply, bonded construction. Sandwiched between layers of stainless steel lies a thick core of pure aluminum that spreads heat evenly across the bottoms of pots and pans. The interior is highly polished 18/10 stainless steel, so it's stick-resistant as well as stain- and corrosion- resistant. The exterior is gleaming, magnetic stainless steel that works on induction as well as conventional stovetops and, with care, will remain beautiful during this cookware's lifetime warranty against defects--and beyond. This 24-quart stockpot makes clear why All-Clad's Stainless is so popular. It's perfect for simmering soups; it accommodates enough ragu Bolognese to feed the neighborhood; and it can poach a couple of chickens. Because the interior is nonreactive, tomatoes and other acidic foods won't taste metallic. Its lid and stay-cool loop handles are riveted for strength and won't be harmed by an oven's highest heat. A rolled edge facilitates dripless pouring. Although Stainless cookware is dishwasher-safe, hand washing is recommended. --Fred Brack

From the Manufacturer
All-Clad Stainless Construction
Each piece of All-Clad cookware features a unique metal bonding construction. All-Clad Stainless cookware sandwiches a thick core of three separate layers of aluminum between an easy-to-clean, highly polished 18/10 stainless-steel cooking surface and a magnetic stainless-steel exterior. The aluminum core retains heat and evenly distributes it along the bottom and up the sidewalls of the cookware. The stainless interior is stick-resistant and cleans easily. The magnetic stainless-steel exterior gives the cookware a gleaming finish. All-Clad Stainless also features the company’s signature "stay-cool" long handles, lids fashioned from gleaming 18/10 stainless steel, and highly durable stainless-steel rivets. All-Clad Stainless cookware is one of five collections from All-Clad Metalcrafters. Designed to work on conventional gas and electric ranges, as well as induction cooktops, All-Clad Stainless cookware is the best-selling collection in a full line that includes All-Clad LTD, Cop-R-Chef, Master Chef 2, and Copper Core.

Features and Benefits
All-Clad pans with a stainless interior cooking surface are oven-safe up to 500 degrees. All-Clad pans with a non-stick cooking surface are oven-safe up to 400 degrees, but should not be used under the broiler. We recommend using a low to medium temperature when cooking with All-Clad. Higher heats are not necessary and may cause discoloration (see cleaning instructions below). Other features include:

• Beautifully polished, magnetic stainless exterior layer.
• Pure aluminum core that not only covers the bottom of the pan but also extends up the sides. This allows for great heat conductivity as well as an even heat distribution so you won’t have "hot spots" when cooking.
• Stainless-steel interior layer/cooking surface.
• Long, polished stainless, stay-cool handles.
• Sturdy, non-corrosive stainless-steel rivets won't react with foods.
• Polished stainless-steel lids fit evenly with the pan’s edges to seal in flavor of your foods.
• The All-Clad Stainless collection is compatible with an induction stovetop (with the exception of a few pieces) in addition to gas and electric stovetops.
• The Stainless collection is dishwasher-safe, excluding pieces with a nonstick cooking surface.

Warranty
From date of purchase, All-Clad guarantees to repair or replace any item found defective in material, construction or workmanship under normal use and following care instructions. This excludes damage from misuse or abuse. Minor imperfections and slight color variations are normal.

Cleaning Instructions
For daily cleaning, warm soapy water is sufficient. Clean your All-Clad thoroughly after each use. Food films left of the pan may cause discoloration and sticking. To get rid of stuck-on food or discoloration and stains from using too high of a heat, we recommend cleaning your All-Clad with a product called Bar Keeper’s Friend. To use the Bar Keeper’s Friend, simply use a soft cloth or sponge and water and make into a soupy paste. This can be used on the interior, as well as the exterior of your All-Clad (excluding the Cop-R-Chef). The Bar Keeper’s Friend can also be used on the exterior of the All-Clad Stainless collection, LTD collection, and MC2 collection. For cleaning of the Cop-R-Chef exterior, simply use a brass/copper cleaner. If your water has a high iron content, you may notice a rusty discoloration. Use Bar Keeper’s Friend to remove it.

All-Clad Stainless Selection
In recent years, a professional-size 14-inch fry pan was added to the Stainless fry pan assortment, as well as several popular specialty pans, including: the small-size petite brasier with a dome-shaped lid; petite roti roasting pan; and the beautiful, large-capacity Dutch oven and French oven oval roasting pan with roasting rack. Both of these one-pot comfort food specialty pans comes with All-Clad’s popular high dome-shaped lid. Other specialty pans include a larger brasier pan with domed-shape lid; a complete family of round-shaped saucier saucepans for versatile stove-top cooking; a flare-sided Windsor pan in two sizes, designed for reduction and the creation of rich sauces; and a contemporary "Soup for Two" 3-1/2-quart soup pot; casseroles; an open stir fry; a versatile wok-style chef’s pan; and a "Pasta Pentola" 7-quart stockpot with colander insert and lid. All saucepans, casseroles, sauté pans, stock pots, and specialty items come with lids. Double boiler and steamer inserts, including the large steamer insert for 6-quart, 8-quart and 12-quart stockpots, are available as well. Stainless cookware sets are available in various sizes, from a starter 5-piece to a complete 10-piece set.

About All-Clad Metalcrafters
Based in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, All-Clad Metalcrafters markets premium quality cookware to department and specialty stores in the United States, along with premium All-Clad bonded bakeware, All-Clad All-Professional kitchen tools, and a growing assortment of kitchen accessories, including All-Clad’s upscale tea kettle, measuring scoop set, stainless-steel mixing bowls, kitchen colanders, and 1-cup measuring cup. Featuring a unique metal bonding process, All-Clad cookware is used in many of the finest restaurants in America, and is sought by serious home cooks seeking all-professional cookware to enhance their cooking experience. ... Read more

Features

• Lifetime warranty against defects
• 24-quart pot for simmering soups and poaching poultry
• Three-ply: stainless-steel layers sandwich pure aluminum core for even heating
• Comfortable lid and stay-cool pot handles riveted for strength
• Dishwasher safe, but hand washing recommended

Reviews (3)

If you have an army to feed, this is the one
This pot is HUGE. You could probobly cook 6-8 lobsters or have an awsome clam bake with it. It's beautiful, heavy and unbelievably priced.

A good pot for the money
I purchased the 16-quart version of this stock pot as a gift for my mother, who wanted a large, very heavy stock pot but didn't want to spend several hundred dollars. For the price, this is an excellent, heavy, stock pot. I own a 6 quart All-Clad stainless stock pot as well and have been very pleased with it.

Since another reviewer was so negative, I thought I would add my $.02 to the versions I did not purchase, since they are made in the same way as the 16 quart.

I will admit that the description is somewhat misleading -- according to the All-Clad representative I emailed and to my observations of the pot, it is not "clad" all the way up the side but has the aluminum core only on the bottom (the same goes for the 20 and 24 quart versions). This is not part of the durable, timeless All-Clad stainless line; this doesn't discount it as a quality product, though.

While this does have a "lip" where the clad bottom meets the stainless sides, it is on the outside of the pot, not the inside, so there is no danger of food getting caught or burning, as another reviewer warned. The inside is smooth from the bottom up.

Is this the exact same quality as the All-Clad stainless line? No, but at about 1/3 the price of the stainless 12 quart stock pot, it is a great alternative and I wouldn't hesitate to buy another. It is an *extremely* heavy stock pot, far superior to other stock pots in this price range.

All Clad's lower quality set of stock pots
Don't be fooled, this pot is not up to the usual standards of All-clad's pots. It appears that to cut the cost, they only made the bottom thick with that triple layer of metal. Normally that wouldn't be a problem, but the bonding of the bottom to the sides leaves a lip where food can catch and get burnt into the pan. (difficult to clean)

If you need a big pot, keep looking. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

The second generation of All-Clad's Master Chef line (MC2), this cookware combines brushed aluminum with stainless-steel accents for a contemporary look. Like All-Clad's other renowned cookware collections, Master Chef provides serious and professional cooks with all the virtues that make All-Clad's worldwide reputation unsurpassed. Key to its high performance is a three-ply, bonded construction. Sandwiched between the brushed aluminum exterior and an 18/10 stainless-steel interior lies a thick core of pure aluminum that spreads heat evenly across the bottoms of pots and pans and all the way up the sides. The interior is highly polished so it's stick- as well as corrosion-resistant. Handles, rivets, and tight-fitting lids are all gleaming stainless steel.

This classic straight-sided 3-1/2-quart saucepan illustrates the Master Chef line's stylish yet practical design. Because the aluminum core extends up the sides, foods cook uniformly in the pan, even though it's 4 inches deep. And because the interior is nonreactive, tomato-based sauces and other acidic foods won't taste metallic. Its polished 18/10 stainless-steel pan and lid handles are riveted for strength and grooved on the top for comfort. The long handle (holed for hanging on a hook or peg) stays cool on the stovetop but won't be harmed by an oven's highest heat. Master Chef cookware carries a lifetime warranty against defects and should be hand washed. --Fred Brack ... Read more

Features

• Lifetime warranty against defects
• Classic straight-sided, 3-1/2-quart saucepan
• Stainless-steel interior; handsome brushed aluminum exterior
• Pure aluminum core for even heating
• Long, comfortable stay-cool handle riveted for strength

Amazon.com Review

A world-class collection of nonstick cookware, Emerilware bearsthe signature of celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse (Bam!) and was createdin partnership with renowned cookware maker All-Clad. Durable, heavy,and beautiful, Emerilware combines the contemporary style ofcharcoal-black, hard-anodized aluminum and the contemporary ease ofnonstick. Key to the cookware's high performance is the exceptionalthickness (5mm) of the hard-anodized aluminum and three layers of toughnonstick coating. That means better heat retention andscratch-resistance. Ideal for low-fat, healthful cooking, Emerilwarecarries a lifetime warranty against defects.This round, 13-inch braiser (2-1/4 inches deep) dramatically displaysEmerilware's virtues. Under its high, domed lid it's ideal for braisingmeats, poultry, and fish on the stovetop or in the oven. The pan can beused for browning before braising or used for sautéing, frying,and stir-frying. In any case, it's beautiful enough to be bornetriumphantly to the table. The 18/10 stainless-steel lid has a gleamingmirror-finish and fits tightly on the pan's flared lip, which alsoprevents drips while pouring. Polished loop handles cast of stainlesssteel are riveted to the pan for strength, stay cool on the stovetop,and are oven-safe. Emerilware should be hand washed. --FredBrack ... Read more

Features

• Lifetime warranty against defects
• 13-inch pan for braising on stovetop or in oven; domed-lid
• Extra-thick, hard-anodized aluminum exterior
• Three layers of top-grade nonstick ensure scratch-resistant interior
• Stainless-steel, stay-cool handles riveted for strength

Reviews (2)

My Favorite Pan
I have a complete set of All-Clad LTD that I adore. I bought this pan as an adjunct to it and it is now my favorite pan to use. It is large enough for a whole chicken and is wonderful for stir frying. It is deep enough for sauces and it cleans sooooo easily. I also like the two handles rather than one for lifting. The handles stay surprisingly cool. I would recommend this pan to everyone.

Emerilware Braiser - Great All-Purpose Pan
We've had this super all-purpose pan for about a year and highly recommend it. We use it for stir-fry, cooking scrambled eggs for large groups, black beans and rice, etc.

This pan is excellent for dishes that start with browning meats on top of the stove, adding other ingredients and then baking in the oven. This is a GREAT pan, perfect for taking straight to the table. Beware! The handles do get hot and the pan is fairly heavy.

I always used Revereware and similar, Emerilware was a "step up" for our household. I also bought the Emerilware 8-inch and 10-inch non-stick frypans---the three pans make a great set. We have the Calphalon "Kitchen Essentials" stainless pans set from Target, another great buy but no longer available, for cooking that doesn't require non-stick. I think the combination of a stainless set plus a few non-stick items makes for the best cook's tools. Love the Emerilware and I'm always looking for new pieces that would add to our set. ... Read more

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A world-class collection of nonstick cookware, Emerilware bears the signature of celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse (Bam!) and was created in partnership with renowned cookware maker All-Clad. Durable, heavy, and beautiful, Emerilware combines the contemporary style of charcoal-black, hard-anodized aluminum and the contemporary ease of nonstick. Key to the cookware's high performance is the exceptional thickness (5 mm) of the hard-anodized aluminum and three layers of tough nonstick. That means better heat retention and scratch resistance. Ideal for low-fat, healthful cooking, Emerilware carries a lifetime warranty against defects.

This classic, straight-sided 2-1/2-quart saucepan dramatically displays Emerilware's virtues. It's 7 inches in diameter and 3-3/4 inches deep, perfect for cooking a cream sauce or simmering a family-size portion of green beans. Under its domed lid, the pan is equally at home on the stovetop or in the oven. The pan's flared lip prevents drips when pouring. The long handle has an indented thumb rest and is rounded for comfort. Cast of stainless steel and polished, the handle is riveted to the pan for strength and stays cool on the stovetop. Emerilware should be hand washed. --Fred Brack ... Read more

Features

• Lifetime warranty against defects
• Classic, straight-sided, 2-1/2-quart saucepan
• Extra-thick, hard-anodized aluminum exterior
• Three layers of top-grade nonstick ensure scratch-resistant interior
• Stainless-steel, stay-cool handle rounded for comfort, riveted for strength

Reviews (1)

For those who love to cook and hate to clean!!
Emerilware nonstick cookware is amazing! I have used this saucepan along with an arsenal of other Emerilware products for the past year and a half and I recommend it to everyone -- from those just beginning to cook, to those "seasoned" chefs! In fact, I just purchased the Emerilware nonstick 10 piece set as a present for my Mother. And, I am currently adding to my own collection.

I can't promise this cookware will make you a better cook, but you will definitely have more FUN cooking! The cookware heats quickly and evenly and the handles stay cool... it looks great... the nonstick material is tough and durable (I've had NO problems with it peeling off in 1.5 years of hard use)... the nonstick layers allow virtually effortless cleaning -- even the worst messes just rinse away with a dab of soap and a sponge, with no scrubbing required!!!

So don't wait -- buy this product NOW! ... Read more

Features

• 6-inch diameter stainless steel lid
• Fits All-Clad LTD 1-quart and 2-quart saucepans
• Fits All-Clad Stainless 1-quart and 2-quart saucepans
• Fits All-Clad Master Chef 2 1-, 1 1/2-, and 2-quart saucepans

Reviews (5)

it's a lid. a lid.
This is a lid. It fits All-Clad's six inch pots perfectly. It's shiny. It holds things inside the pot. The handle can get hot after a while, so be careful. The handle is nicely shaped and is easily held with two fingers. It's shiny. It's just a lid. Though if you didn't have a lid your sauce or whatnot might splatter across your stovetop, and wouldn't that be messy? Yay lids!

Neat Lid
How exciting can a lid be? When it's All-Clad, it's always exciting.

Typical All-Clad quality - the best
Having cooked for almost 40 years, I can assure you that there is no better cookware than All-Clad. Beautiful, durable and efficient. Anyone thinking that food will stick to a stainless pan has either not tried All-Clad or is using faulty technique. Preheat the pan, lightly oil and it is better than any other product. The best.

6" Stainless All-Clad Lid
This lid if of the same quality of the ALL-Clad stainless pots and pans I purchased earlier this year. This particular lid fits both the 1qt and 2qt saucepans. Nice addition for a reasonable price.

Combine with specially-priced 1qt saucepan for a great deal!
There isn't too much to say about this cover -- it is your standard All Clad cover, constructed with the same quality materials and workmanship you find on their other pieces. I think this is a great piece to buy to go with their specially-priced (...) stainless 1 qt uncovered saucepan. Of course, it is also your only option to replace a cover that was lost or damaged (and that All Clad won't repair/replace under their excellent warranty). ... Read more

Features

• Lifetime warranty against defects
• Classic, straight-sided, 4-quart saucepan
• Three-ply: stainless-steel layers sandwich pure aluminum core for even heating
• Long, comfortable, stay-cool handle riveted for strength; includes helper handle
• Dishwasher safe, but hand washing recommended

Reviews (1)

Nice but the loop handle interferes with the steamer insert
All clad pans are great, with one caveat. This line doesn't have a rolled lip so that pouring is more difficult than it should be. Of course with a 4qt pan that usually isn't an issue.

If you are strong enough to lift a 4qt pan by the long handle don't get this version, get the one without the lip. Why? Because the loop handle prevents both the steamer and the double boiler inserts from seating firmly. They work, but it isn't as good as the non loop version. Now admitly using a 4qt pan for steaming is overkill, but if the 3qt version is in use, or you didn't buy that one too, you will wish you had the non loop version.

These pans are heavy, (Although not as heavy as pure copper pans)and a gallon of fluid is too, so that if you are small the extra loop would be beneficial for moving the pot from stove to sink, so like everything its a tradeoff. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

The ultimate in beautiful, high-performance cookware, All-Clad's innovative Copper Core collection combines the unexcelled heat conductivity of copper with the easy maintenance of stainless steel. Crafted in a unique five-ply construction, the cookware contains a core of pure copper that spreads heat quickly and evenly across the bottoms of pots and pans and all the way up the sides. Aluminum layers bond the copper to stainless-steel exteriors and interiors. Enhancing the cookware's appearance, a stripe of the copper core elegantly encircles the gleaming, mirror-finish exterior. The interior is highly polished so it's stick- as well as corrosion-resistant. Rolled edges on pots and pans help prevent drips during pouring and ensure tight-fitting lids.

This beautiful, classic straight-sided 2-quart sauté pan demonstrates why All-Clad's worldwide reputation is unsurpassed. It's 8 inches in diameter, 2-1/2 inches deep, and perfect for sautéing veal scallops with chanterelles or garlic-scented greens. Its polished 18/10 stainless-steel pan and lid handles are riveted for strength and grooved on the top for comfort. The long handle (holed for hanging on a hook or peg) stays cool on the stovetop but won't be harmed by an oven's heat. Hand washing this pan will preserve its jewel-like beauty during its lifetime warranty against defects--and beyond. --Fred Brack ... Read more

Features

• Lifetime warranty against defects
• Classic 2-quart, 8-inch, straight-sided, 2-1/2-inch-deep saute pan
• Stainless-steel interior and exterior with elegant copper stripe
• Pure copper core for quick, even heating
• Long, comfortable, stay-cool handle riveted for strength

Reviews (1)

Wow
Ever since receiving one as a gift, this piece has been the pride and joy of my cookware collection. Having a thick interior layer of copper, the pot is quite heavy, and conducts heat more evenly than the calphalon pan I used to use. The extra money for the copper core is definitely worth it. If I had the money, I'd stock my entire kitchen with this line.

I never worry about things sticking to the bottom of the pot. The trick is to heat the pan on low to medium-low heat for a few minutes before putting oil in the pot, and then letting the oil heat for a few minutes until it begins to smoke.

Stainless steel is much easier to clean than either hard-anodized aluminum or copper. Getting it clean enough to use is a breeze, although personally, I insist on scrouring it until it shines like new simply because I like this pot so much.

Oh, and if you regularly cook for more than 1-2 people, you'll need a bigger version of this pot. I rarely do, and even so, I find this pot to be a little bit on the small side. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

The second generation of All-Clad's Master Chef line (MC2), this cookware combines brushed aluminum with stainless-steel accents for a contemporary look. Like All-Clad's other renowned cookware collections, Master Chef provides serious and professional cooks with all the virtues that make All-Clad's worldwide reputation unsurpassed. Key to its high performance is a three-ply, bonded construction. Sandwiched between the exterior and an 18/10 stainless-steel interior is a thick aluminum core that spreads heat evenly across the bottom of the pan and all the way up its sides. The interior is highly polished so it's stick- as well as corrosion-resistant. Handles, rivets, and tight-fitting lids are all gleaming stainless steel.

This classic, slope-sided frying pan illustrates the Master Chef line's stylish yet practical design. It's 10 inches in diameter, perfect for searing a hunk of halibut or hanger steak. Its polished 18/10 stainless-steel handle is secured to the pan by stainless-steel rivets for strength, grooved on the top and rounded on the bottom for comfort, and holed in the end for hanging on hook or peg. The long handle stays cool on the stovetop but won't be harmed by an oven's highest heat. Master Chef cookware carries a lifetime warranty against defects and should be hand washed. --Fred Brack ... Read more

Features

• Lifetime warranty against defects
• Classic slope-sided, 10-inch frying pan
• Stainless-steel interior; handsome brushed-aluminum exterior
• Pure aluminum core for even heating
• Long, comfortable stay-cool handle riveted for strength

Reviews (1)

True Quality fry pan
This fry pan has a fabulously-even heat distribution that cooks and sears meats to perfection while preserving the natural flavors thereof. Doesn't absorb the natural juices like some teflon/non-stick pans do. Beautiful stainless polished finish that will keep on shining with proper care/ stainless powder cleansers. When I really want the flavor to come through, I use this pan and it brings out the best of each meal! ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

A world-class collection of nonstick cookware, Emerilware bears the signature of celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse (Bam!) and was created in partnership with renowned cookware maker All-Clad. Durable, heavy, and beautiful, Emerilware combines the contemporary style of charcoal-black, hard-anodized aluminum and the contemporary ease of nonstick. Key to the cookware's high performance is the exceptional thickness (5 mm) of the hard-anodized aluminum and three layers of tough nonstick. That means better heat retention and scratch resistance. Ideal for low-fat, healthful cooking, Emerilware carries a lifetime warranty against defects.

This classic, slope-sided frying pan dramatically displays Emerilware's virtues. It's 8 inches in diameter, perfect for cooking a couple of eggs sunny-side up or a slab of halibut. The pan has a flared lip that prevents drips when pouring. The long handle has an indented thumb rest and is rounded for comfort. Cast of stainless steel and polished, the handle is riveted to the pan for strength, stays cool on the stovetop, and is oven-safe. Emerilware should be hand washed. --Fred Brack ... Read more

Features

• Lifetime warranty against defects
• Classic, slope-sided, 8-inch frying pan
• Extra-thick, hard-anodized aluminum exterior
• Three layers of top-grade nonstick ensure scratch-resistant interior
• Stainless-steel, stay-cool handle rounded for comfort, riveted for strength

Reviews (7)

Excellent piece of cookware
Let me start by saying this is a great price for a piece of Emerilware--I bought it as a "tester" piece to see if I really wanted to spend $400 on the 10-piece set. And after using this small pan for a few weeks, I know I do.

I don't fully agree with the other opinion that states the handle is top heavy, causing the base to lift off the stove (I think that's what was said--sorry if I misphrased). I think it's just a matter of the handle being somewhat longer, which makes it a bit uneven feeling. However, that said, I have had no problems cooking with it. (In about 20 uses, the pan has not tipped over once!!) If you're worried about it, I think you may just want to be careful not to leave the handle of the piece hanging out over the edge of the stove where you might bump it.

One other note: after having used other non-stick cookware and being used to using "Pam" style sprays to cook with, it has been a hard habit to break with the Emerilware pan. It is stated clearly in the instructions that you should NEVER use aerosol sprays because it can gunk up on the pans and is extremely difficult to clean. With these non-stick pans, you really don't need any coating, and when you feel you do, a bit of olive oil or butter works wonders.

I can't wait to get the full set!!

Great pan, great price
I've been using this pan for nearly a year and love it. The fact that it's non-stick goes without saying. It's the perfect size for a 2-egg omelette. The slope sided design makes hand flipping of saute'd mushrooms, onions, etc. a breeze. The pan and the handle are definately not unbalanced, and the handle is very ergonomic. The hard-anodized aluminum exterior still looks almost new. There is absolutely no sign of wear on the interior. Overall, it has a solid hefty feel that makes it an absolute pleasure to cook with.

Love It!
I am so impressed with this skillet! The handle truly stays cool. I plan to buy a whole set.

Emerilware 8 " Fry Pan: Good buy / Great quality / Love it!
Emerilware 8" nonstick frypan delivers what it promises. I love the way it fits in your hand and the security of the thumb depression. The weight gives very even heat and gives you the feeling of quality materials. The nonstick surface is durable, cooks accurately and is the easiest cleanup of any I have used. I also have the 10" which I love and I hope to eventually own a whole set.

Works as advertised for a reasonable price.
Probably the easiest piece of cookware I own. The pan itself evenly, but the handle stays cool longer. Cleanup was a snap - just a regular sponge handled it. And the food just glides right off the pan. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

The second generation of All-Clad's Master Chef line (MC2), this cookware combines brushed aluminum with stainless-steel accents for a contemporary look. Like All-Clad's other renowned cookware collections, Master Chef provides serious and professional cooks with all the virtues that make All-Clad's worldwide reputation unsurpassed. Key to its high performance is a three-ply, bonded construction. Sandwiched between the exterior and an 18/10 stainless-steel interior is a thick aluminum core that spreads heat evenly across the bottom of the pan and all the way up its sides. The interior is highly polished so it's stick- as well as corrosion-resistant. Handles, rivets, and tight-fitting lids are all gleaming stainless steel.

This classic, straight-sided, 2-quart saucepan illustrates the Master Chef line's stylish yet practical design. Because the aluminum core extends up the sides, foods cook uniformly in the pan, even though it's 4-1/4 inches deep. And because the interior is nonreactive, tomato-based sauces and other acidic foods won't taste metallic. The pan's polished 18/10 stainless-steel pan and lid handles are riveted for strength and grooved on the top for comfort. The long handle (holed for hanging on a hook or peg) stays cool on the stovetop but won't be harmed by an oven's heat. Master Chef cookware carries a lifetime warranty against defects and should be hand washed. --Fred Brack ... Read more

Features

• Lifetime warranty against defects
• Classic, straight-sided, 2-quart saucepan
• Stainless-steel interior; handsome brushed aluminum exterior
• Pure aluminum core for even heating
• Comfortable lid and stay-cool pan handles riveted for strength

Reviews (1)

Awesome little pot . . . .
The high sides on this pot make it great! perfect pot for sauces, oatmeal, etc. ... Read more

Features

• Limited lifetime warranty
• 6-quart cast-iron Dutch oven
• Heavyweight cast iron provides even heat retention and distribution; no seasoning required
• Large comfortable loop handles; heavy iron lid seals in flavor and moisture
• Hand wash using a stiff brush and hot water only; oven safe to 500 degrees F

Amazon.com Review

All-Clad’s LTD cookware combines a dramatic contemporary design with superior cooking performance. A staple for any kitchen, this LTD 1-quart saucepan is just the right size for heating up soup, simmering tomato sauce, or steaming vegetables for one to two people. The exterior of the pan is black hard-anodized aluminum that is resistant to scratching, chipping, or peeling while the interior is 18/10 stainless steel, offering nonreactive cooking and an easy-to-clean surface. An aluminum core bonds these two layers together and also provides superior heat conductivity. The ergonomic handles on this frying pan are made of 18/10 stainless steel and are designed to help balance the pan and stay cool over heat. LTD cookware should only be used over low to medium stovetop heat to prevent discoloration but can withstand oven temperatures up to 500 degrees F. Designed and warranted to last a lifetime, All-Clad cookware should be hand washed to preserve its beauty and longevity. --Cristina Vaamonde ... Read more

Features

• 1 Quart
• Anodized aluminum Exterior
• 18/10 Stainless Interior
• Stainless steel handles and rivets
• Not recommended for dishwasher use

Reviews (6)

Good, but could be better
I got this pan because I've been coveting All-Clad when reading reviews of high-end cookware, and because of the low price. I figured that the low price made it a teaser--something to get you prepared to pay the fortune you need to buy other items in the line. It's a nice pan, but limited. On the good side, it's hefty, has a perfectly flat bottom for good contact with the stove, heats evenly and holds the heat. It is not non-stick, so I use it when I want the contents to produce the fabled "brown bits" that come up with deglazing. Stuff sticks, unless you use a lot of fat. As noted by other reviewers, it does not have a pouring spout. The rim is squared off, so the pouring stream tends to be very wide. My other major gripe is that it does not have a lid. All-Clad lids are pricey, like everything else in their line. I sometimes use a cheap tempered-glass lid with it. I still covet All-Clad pans, but not as much as I did before.

Unbeatable value for a great little pan
I ordered this pan a few months ago, and I would like to say I couldn't be happier with it. This little pan is the perfect size for one or two servings of oatmeal in the morning. It heats like a dream, with no hot spots, and even heating up the sides. To top it all off, cleaning this pan is incredibly easy, with hardly anything sticking to the smooth steel interior. The one downside to this pan is the anodized exterior can scratch, and did on mine, but I don't really care what this pan looks like as long as it cooks well. If you're looking for a small pan, and don't need a lid for it, I strongly recomend this one.

No pouring lip
This pan is handy, heats evenly, and is a good value for the money. However, I have one significant issue with it. It doesn't have a pouring lip. That means if you try to pour a liquid out of it, it will likely dribble down the outside of the pan. Many other sauce pans and even some other All-Clad pans do have a pouring lip. This is a significant and unfortunate omission.

Good value but has flaws
I get a lot of use out of this pan. Specifically, I often use it to melt butter and sometimes to do a quick sauté of a small quanity of ingredients, like chopped onions. I think this is good value for the money.

However, I find a couple of significant flaws. The first is common to all All-Clad pans. The V-shape handle is not as comfortable as it could be. Compare the handle to that on higher-end lines like Demeyere and Bourgeat and you'll see that All-Clad falls behind. Calphalon, ..., did a nice job with the shape of the handles on their Professional series but the handles can get hot. When they designed the Commercial series, they went with a copy of the flawed All-Clad handles which is unfortunate.

More importantly, considering that this is a sauce pan, it should have a proper pouring lip. Without such a lip, pouring liquids is problematic. All too often, liquid will run down the side of this pan requiring more care than should be necessary. Some of the larger All-Clad pieces, such as the 8-Quart Stockpot and the frying pans do have a good pouring lip. Such a lip is probably most important on a sauce pan so I find this quite a shortcoming.

I would definitely recommend the LTD and Master Chef lines over the Stainless unless you absolutely need to be able to use the dishwasher. The Master Chef and LTD lines both have 0.44mm stainless steel on the interior and 3.94mm of aluminum on the exterior while the Stainless series has an interior of 0.44mm, an aluminum core of 2.03mm, and an exterior of 0.46mm. Thicker aluminum will provide more even heating.

If you are an All-Clad user, DO NOT BUY THIS
If you have used All-Clad before, BEWARE: this is All-Clad only in name, not in quality! I have used All-Clad from many years and have about a dozen pots and pans from their LTD line and each and every one of them I LOVE. Unfortunately, it appears that you can no longer purchase pots of that quality and although the All-Clad label still exists, their quality is very far below that of the older pan I have. I cannot recommend them....and this is very unfortunate because I have been very, very vocal in the past about how wonderful their product line was.

Recently I purchased this pot because I couldn't resist the price...and I am returning it as I have all the other recent LTD All-Clad purchases I have made.

All six LTD All-Clad pots I have purchased recently are made in China (my old pans were made in USA). Three of the pots I returned immediately because of flaws in manufacturing. Of the remaining three, I have used two, both of which I cannot get clean (after much effort) and both of which after only one use look much older then LTD pans I have used daily for many years (and those pans still clean effortlessly!).

Do not buy this product if you are an All-Clad customer! I have not used another product for many years so I can't say how these sub-standard pans perform compared to other companies products, but I would look there before spending the money on these cheap nock-offs.

What a bummer! ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

A world-class collection of nonstick cookware, Emerilware bears the signature of celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse (Bam!) and was created in partnership with renowned cookware maker All-Clad. Durable, heavy, and beautiful, Emerilware combines the contemporary style of charcoal black hard anodized-aluminum with the contemporary ease of nonstick. The exceptional thickness (5 mm) of the aluminum and three layers of tough nonstick provide better heat retention and scratch-resistance. Ideal for low-fat, healthful cooking, Emerilware carries a lifetime warranty against defects.

This classic straight-sided 3-quart sauté pan dramatically displays Emerilware's virtues. It's 10-1/2 inches in diameter (2-1/2 inches deep), perfect for sautéing veal scallops with chanterelles or garlic-scented greens. Under its domed lid, the pan is equally at home on the stovetop or in the oven. The 18/10 stainless-steel lid has a gleaming mirror finish and fits tightly on the pan's flared lip, which also prevents drips while pouring. The long handle has an indented thumb rest and is rounded for comfort. Both pan and helper handle are cast of stainless steel; the handles are polished and riveted to the pan for strength. They stay cool on the stovetop and are oven-safe. Emerilware should be hand washed. --Fred Brack ... Read more

Features

• Lifetime warranty against defects
• Dome-lidded, 3-quart, 10-1/2-inch, straight-sided sauté pan
• Extra-thick, hard-anodized aluminum exterior
• Three layers of top-grade nonstick ensure scratch-resistant interior
• Stainless-steel, stay-cool handles riveted for strength

Reviews (1)

Simply the best
I have used high-quality pans from several manufacturers, but this one is the best of its kind. I was thrilled to find this 3 quart, 10 1/2" saute pan after a long search. Its size is ideal for cooking a recipe for two or three people.
Emerilware is made by All-Clad, known for its high-quality products. Emerilware has some of the good All-Clad design features, but it is superior in both cooking results and design. The pan's heavy aluminum construction - thicker even than other high-end pans - makes for perfectly even heat transfer and quick cooking, even on lower heat, without a lot of fiddling to move contents around in the pan. This trait is important when you want to get an even, crisp crust on the surface of the food, as to do that you need to avoid moving it around in the pan. The Emerilware line's heat transfer is surprisingly MUCH better even than my other non-stick All-Clad pans.
Its design features also offer several advantages over other brands. The pan's slightly curved interior corners make it easy to get the edge of a spoon or wisk (avoid pointy metal implements, of course) into the corners when making a roux or sauce. The non-stick interior is also heavy, smooth, and tough. The domed and lipped lid fits snugly and is the ideal design to make the pan useful for many cooking tasks. The pan's weight makes it very stable, and the rather narrow handle works surprisingly well for the size and weight of this pan. When I first saw this signature All-Clad handle design, I thought the little thumb-rest might be a mere design frill, but it really makes the handle easy to hold and feel more stable in the cook's hand. The sturdy looped helper handle on this mid-sized pan is a generous touch seen more commonly on well-designed larger pans, which can be heavy when full. Though the metal handles are not advertised as stay-cool material, in my experience, the pan handles do stay cool, though the bail handle on the stainless steel lid does eventually heat up. All the Emerilware pot and pan lids (and other All-Clad lines) have large ergonomically-designed bail handles that can be grasped easily even with a pot-holder. An extra nice touch for storage: all the Emerilware lid handles can be slipped easily over the pan handles to hang the two pieces together on one pot hook.
As with all non-stick pans, the instructions advise against putting it in the dishwasher, but hand clean-up is super-easy, inside and out. Emerilware is pricey, but in this product, you do get what you pay for. To borrow some Emeril-isms, "Oh yeah, Babe - it's a beautiful thing!" ... Read more

Features

• Fits All-Clad LTD 10-inch fry pans
• Fits All-Clad Stainless 10-inch fry pans
• Fits All-Clad Master Chef 2 10-inch fry pans

Amazon.com Review

A world-class collection of nonstick cookware, Emerilware bears the signature of celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse (Bam!) and was created in partnership with renowned cookware maker All-Clad. Durable, heavy, and beautiful, Emerilware combines the contemporary style of charcoal-black, hard-anodized aluminum and the contemporary ease of nonstick. Key to the cookware's high performance is the exceptional thickness (5 mm) of the hard-anodized aluminum and three layers of tough nonstick. That means better heat retention and scratch resistance. Ideal for low-fat, healthful cooking, Emerilware carries a lifetime warranty against defects.

This classic, straight-sided, 5-quart sauté pan dramatically displays Emerilware's virtues. It's 12 inches in diameter (2-1/2 inches deep), perfect for sautéing a family-size meal of chicken or pork chops and then smothering them in mushrooms or sauerkraut and finishing them under its domed lid on the stovetop or in the oven. The 18/10 stainless-steel lid has a gleaming mirror finish and fits tightly on the pan's flared lip, which prevents drips when pouring. The long handle has an indented thumb rest and is rounded for comfort. Both the pan and helper handle are cast of stainless steel, polished, and riveted to the pan for strength. They stay cool on the stovetop and are oven-safe. Emerilware should be hand washed. --Fred Brack ... Read more

Features

• Lifetime warranty against defects
• Dome-lidded, 5-quart, 12-inch, straight-sided sauté pan
• Extra-thick, hard-anodized aluminum exterior
• Three layers of top-grade nonstick ensure scratch-resistant interior
• Stainless-steel, stay-cool handles riveted for strength

Reviews (3)

OUTSTANDING
I've had this for a bit over a year. The quality is outstanding. My only complaint is that it's a bit heavy to maneuver with one hand. Fortunately there is another handle opposite the main one, which make the process easier.

Workhorse of my kitchen!
This is the most wondrous piece of cookware I have ever owned. It has everything going for it: even heating, large size, long stay-cool handle, dripless pouring, absolutely THE BEST non-stick, super-easy clean-up, attractive appearance. I use this pan so much that I never put it away in a cabinet...it stays out on top of my stove all of the time. No problem, because it is a beauty! Yes, it is heavy, but the helper handle makes it manageable when washing. Because of its heavy, solid construction, I have never burned anything in this pan. This pan was my first Emerilware purchase. Experiencing its virtues caused me to replace my entire collection of pots and pans with Emerilware. I HIGHLY recommend both the nonstick and stainless lines.

Great pan with a few exceptions
The Emerilware Nonstick 5-Quart Saute Pan is a pleasure to cook with. The nonstick surface is very durable and requires little to no fat when cooking. It heats up evenly, even on a medium to low heat.

The only downside to the pan is that it is quite heavy. The weight of the pan makes it cumbersome to clean. I have also noticed that the outside of the pan tends to scratch easily, but this does not affect the performance of the pan.

For the price, the Emerilware nonstick pans are a great buy! ... Read more

Features

• Lifetime limited warranty
• 2 soup/souffle ramekins, each with a 1/2-quart capacity
• 18/10 stainless-steel interior and exterior with an aluminum core for superior heat conductivity
• Stainless-steel handles stay cool and sport the All-Clad name; secured by double rivets
• Oven-safe; broiler-safe; dishwasher-safe; scouring pads should be avoided