Lowest New Price: USD $69.99
Features :
- Original Calphalon hard anodized aluminum for superior conductivity
- Perfect surface for searing, browing, deglazing, carmelizing or any other classic technique, a truly versatile cooking surface
- Extremely durable, metal utensil recommended
- "Cool V" handles stay cooler with regular stovetop use.
- Lifetime warranty
Great tastes come to those who wait. Calphalon stock pots are ideal for stews, stock, chili and other moist-cooked dishes. Heavy-gauge aluminum is responsive to temperature changes, whether you're slowly simmering or rapidly boiling. Calphalon's stock pots are designed for easy cooking, easy cleanup and maximum performance. Add a stainless insert for your pasta-making pleasure.
Amazon.com Review
Calphalon Commercial hard-anodized pans are made for the more serious cook who is looking for kitchenware built to last a lifetime. This large-size, 12-quart stockpot is good for soup, stews, and pasta, and its heavy-gauge aluminum construction also stands up to deep frying. The looped handles are easy to grip and stay cooler than you might expect, thanks to V-shaped splits where they meet the pan, but it's still a good idea to keep hot pads nearby. The nonporous and nonreactive hard-anodized surface resists sticking and doesn't affect the flavor or color of food. It's also tough enough to handle stainless-steel utensils and vigorous whisking. Unlike pans with plastic or wood handles, the extremely sturdy all-metal construction provides you the flexibility to take the pan to the oven or broiler. But do remember to hand wash your Calphalon pans--dishwasher detergents are bad for the finish and their use voids the lifetime warranty. --Dale Steinke
Customer Reviews
sawindham (2010-05-01)
This pot was bought to demo my resting wooden spoons, but my wife has a smaller one that she uses every week. [...]
I notice this did not get really good reviews. (2010-04-09)
I got this with a Christmas gift certificate this past Christmas and I love mine. I have had no problems with it at all. I do not put it in the dishwasher though and do not put any of my other pots/pans in either...I have always washed them by hand like my mom taught me....I came from a big family and the dishwasher was reserved for plates, glasses and utensils. I usually soak any of my pans that might require a brillo pad. I haven't used a brillo in forever. I have not made tomato sauce (gravy) in mine yet, but have made a big pot of chilli and all was well. I do spray my pans that are not nonstick with cooking spray though before use. Maybe that is why nothing happened when I made the tomato based chilli. My other pots/pans are all-clad, but I WOULD buy this brand again. As a matter of fact, I am thinking of giving my baby sister a set for her birthday this fall as I think it is time she upgrade to a grown woman set..lol. I am also considering adding the everyday pan to my collection. Hope this helps you decide. Good luck!
a huge soup pot (2010-04-01)
it has great conductivity and an excellent shape - it is not quite as heavy as the best Calphalon, but since the pot is so big, that is probably a good thing
Fantastic Sauce Pot! (2010-03-15)
Calphalon's products are always impressive, and this one was no different. A few days after receiving the pot, I made spaghetti sauce with a variety of vegetables from scratch. The sauce never burned on the bottom and cooked thoroughly throughout. I can't wait to go through my current stocks of the leftover sauce and try a new recipe!
12 Quart Stock Pot (2010-03-14)
I LOVE to make soups! This pot is amazing because I can make alot at one time so I can share or freeze leftovers.
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