Calphalon Contemporary Stainless 8-Quart Stockpot with Glass Lid

Calphalon Stainless Steel 8 Qt. Stockpot
I have five other contemporary stainless pieces (skillets and pots), purchased when the line was first introduced, that I am satisfied with. When I wanted a new stockpot I decided to purchase the Calphalon Contemporary 8 quart stockpot and also decided to buy the separate insert for cooking pasta, corn on the cob, etc. (I didn't want the disc bottom multi-pot after reading the reviews about boiling over problems, splattering and lid problems, etc.). This pot is okay, but it is way too slow bringing water to a boil--it takes at least 20 minutes for water to come to a boil on my gas stove! This is a full seven minutes more than the old pot that I handed down to my son! Also, don't waste your money on purchasing the poorly designed pasta cooker insert. The fit is such that the water doesn't circulate or boil properly when using the insert. It takes forever to cook pasta with the insert, and the pot is difficult to control. This pot generally cooks better without the insert. This...

Great Pot
I'm a big fan of this line of pots. The handles are extended to perfect length to work with a mitten or kitchen towel. The gradual flaring of the top half of the pot is great for cleaning because it allows for more arm angles. This also improves vision when looking at the bottom. The glass top is a must for perfect flame adjustment to achieve an ideal simmer. I use this pot only for stock making since it is a narrow tall pot. The previous reviewer objected to the time it took to bring water to a boil. I didn't notice any remarkable difference between this pot and my other pots. But since I'm only making stock, I know I will be using it for more than 2 hrs each time so losing seven minutes (if thats the case) is in the noise. And once you achieve a boil, simmering requires so little energy with the top on. My only issue is that the tri-ply could be thicker like thickness of Calphalon's cheaper Tri-Ply line. I'm guessing that it could be a compromise made to allow more ease...

Solid, Elegant, Gorgeous
Returned a Denmark 8 qt stockpot because one oven pot roast with red wine and it was permanently discolored. Nickel is a toxic metal, so not liking the bluish hue after first use.

3Bs had a good selection, so I looked around. This was clearly the best quality cookwear in the store. The heaviest, most finished, and the brushed finish will be serviceable for decades to come. It helps that this is a deep collection, so you can add to the set over time. Definitely pretty enough to place in the middle of the table and serve from.

This is the real deal. Now I just have to talk myself into paying this much for another stock pot - even if it is ten bucks cheaper here, and with no 8% sales tax. The 13-piece set would make a great wedding present.

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