5-quart sauté casserole bakes in oven or cooks on stovetop
3-ply stainless steel and aluminum construction distributes heat evenly
Riveted square handles on sides and stainless-steel lid; flared rim facilitates pouring
18/10 stainless-steel interior resists sticking, accepts metal utensils
Editorial Review:
short description
A handsome, wide, shallow pot, this five-quart covered casserole is ideal for braising meats on the stovetop, then transferring to oven baking. Lifting the pot and removing the stainless-steel lid are facilitated by strongly riveted square handles. Clad in gleaming stainless steel, the casserole is constructed with an inner core of aluminum across the bottom and up the sides for even, efficient cooking at low to medium temperatures. Whisks, spoons, and cleaning brushes all glide smoothly along the curved inner contour of the pot, and the lid fits snugly on the flared, easy-pour rim.
J.A. Henckels International, the economical division of Zwilling J.A. Henckels, makes the stylish and durable Classic Clad series for serious home cooks. As well as being oven- and broiler-safe up to 500 degrees F, each pot or pan features a brightly polished magnetic stainless-steel exterior safe for all types of stovetop burners: gas, electric, ceramic, induction, and halogen. The 18/10 stainless-steel interior resists sticking, won't react to acidic foods, and welcomes metal utensils. Henckels recommends washing Classic Clad pieces by hand to retain the mirror finish, and covers the cookware with a lifetime warranty against defects. Except for the frying pans, each pot shows liter and quart markings, and every piece comes wrapped in a soft, drawstring gift/storage bag. --Ann Bieri
From the Manufacturer
Patented ergonomic handle design provides optimal control, comfort, and balance. The end of the handle has a hanging hole which saves storage space in the kitchen.
Unique hollow cast handle design and V-shaped connection to pot keeps handle cooler.
Side and lid handles are designed to avoid contact with hot surfaces. Larger pans have helper handles to allow for easy and safe lifting of pans.
Flared rim design for ease of pouring and optimal strength. Pan interiors have a curved corner design to allow for easy cleaning.
Capacity markings on most items for ease in measuring ingredients for recipes.
Code markings on pans and lids makes for easy selection of correct size lid for each pan. The domed shape of the lids fit securely to retain moisture through self-basting. This prevents loss of flavor and vitamins and reduces cooking time.
All pans are oven and broiler safe up to 500 degrees fahrenheit and provide cook and serve versatility. The pans have a wide range of stopetop compatibility and can be used with all popular cook top surfaces such as as electric, gas, ceramic, halogen, and induction.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 / 5.0
Not so pleased.:
I purchased to use with my induction cooktop....works great. However, the bottom of the pan is not FLAT! Stirring the contents is only possible if the pan is held steady. Other pans from this line have been outstanding.
Good Looking, Good Cooking:
I was searching for a pan that I could cook in that would also allow me to take a dish like a cassoulet, a confit, or a traditional American casserole from the oven to the table with some style. This is an excellent design, very good construction, and very very attractive. Unlike many 5 quart containers, it's not simply oven deep- the cooking surface is quite sufficient to allow browning several chunks of meat simultaneously without contact. Furthermore, the large surface area allows some very dramatic and... more info
Just as good as All-Clad:
I have a 7pc All-Clad set that I just love, but needed a few other sizes to complete my set. This pan can be found in the All-Clad line from the Chef catalog and it cost about three times as much. So I took a chance on buying this one and was so suprised that it is just as good. The only reason the 4 stars is 1.Made in China All-Clad is one of the last few products made in America, 2.many people do not like these pans because of the rivets inside the pan to hold the handles. The all-clad pan has two big... more info
A Perfect Pan:
When I could not find the equivalent size/shape pan in All-Clad or Calphalon, I decided to give Henckels stainless a try. To my surprise, I think I like it even better. It is a well-constructed and attractive pan that is perfect for sauteeing but especially for braising and stewing. I particularly like the large surface that allows for browning in quantity, as opposed to the 13-inch braisers that because of their sloped sides have a smaller cooking surface. The pan, with its looped handles, fits... more info
