KitchenAid Gourmet Essentials 12-Piece Nonstick Hard-Anodized Cookware Set

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This cookware set is an exceptional value, including all of the pans needed to equip your kitchen with the most used cooking-Pieces. As the set contains only basic-Pieces, you'll really use each and every pan. It includes saucepans for whisking a homemade
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Technical Details

- Set includes 1-, 2-, and 3-quart covered saucepans; 8- and 10-inch skillets; 8-quart covered stockpot; 12-inch covered saute with helper handle
- Heavy-gauge hard-anodized aluminum construction heats quickly and evenly
- Premium, scratch-resistant nonstick surface provides superior food release
- Dual-riveted stainless handles with silicone grips; break-resistant glass lids
- Pots and lids oven-safe to 400 degrees F; wash by hand; 1-year hassle-free replacement warranty
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Customer Buzz
 "Excellent value" 2010-02-07
By Janice M (Torrance, CA)
We purchased this set as a Christmas gift for our daughter and her family. When she opened the gift we were all very pleased with the appearance of the cookware as well as the weight of the pans. The cookware has been used on a daily basis since Chritmas and is performing well. No scorched or burned foods such as you might get from using pans without a heavy bottom. The fact they they should not be put in the dishwasher is not an issue because these pans clean up so easily. It is nice to have attractive cookware that can go directly from stove or oven to the table. I would not hesitate to make this purchase again. What a wonderful wedding gift it would make.

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 "Best cookware ever!!!!" 2010-01-20
By Kimberly F. Hatley
I just received his set about a week ago. Not a long time to test it just yet but giving my review on the quality thus far. But first, let me say I ordered this set through Amazon on a Friday afternoon and received it Saturday morning! I was floored at how quickly it arrived...and with free shipping! Ok, so for the set. I am no regular cook but want to start so I did weeks and weeks of research before settling on this set. I wanted a set that had 12 pieces, clear lids and the covered handles and that could go in the over. I researched between stainless or hard anodized and it seemed the hard anodized was even stronger than stainless yet had the non-stick benefit. I opened the box and was leary of what the pans might feel like in my hand as I had never seen these in person. This is a super nice heavy set of cookware! I feel like a gourmet chef using them! They are very substantial and the hard anodized surface is all one piece inside, out, and bottom. Very quality stuff! I have only cooked with them once so far and was so impressed with the clean-up. Very easy, even easier than my old non-stick set. I highly recommend this set to the beginning or very experienced cooks!

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 "totally satisfied" 2010-01-06
By S.L. (San Diego, CA)
I own this same set and thought they were so good I gave another set to my suegra for Christmas along with all the KitchenAid utinsels.

Customer Buzz
 "All the positive reviews must not cook with gas" 2009-12-26
By Prime Devotee (Eastern PA USA)
We purchased this cookware less than a year ago. In a short time, our gas stove had licked the finish right off the exterior of every pot and pan. Totally discolored, and a decent percentage of the surface is down to the bare metal. Totally unacceptable.



I sent one of the pots and a picture of all pots and pans to the warranty address... have not heard back and it's been 2 months.



Based on the other reviews, we might have received a defective set, but we're totally baffled, and not nearly as confident about the KitchenAid brand as we were previously... especially with the totally unacceptable customer service.



Strangely enough, it's the inside of the cookware that has disappointed us in past purchases (Pampered Chef and even ScanPan), and the insides of these pots still look new.

Customer Buzz
 "Great value mid-range cookware set" 2009-12-16
By Philly888
I purchased this set of cookware 18 months ago, and I haven't regretted it. I haven't noticed any wear, even on the 8-inch skillet that gets used every day for fried eggs. I like the glass lids and the stay cool handles (although I wish there was a little less exposed metal on the lid handles - I've burnt myself on it, but only a couple times). I went with the 12-piece set instead of the 10-piece because I wanted the 12-inch (I think 3QT) saute pan which isn't included in the 10 piece set, and I wanted an 8QT stock pot instead of the 6QT that comes with the other set. It was a good choice for me because the 12-inch saute pan is great. I use it all the time. I call it my chicken pan. It turns out, though, that I don't really use the 8QT stockpot much - I thought I'd use it for soups and stews - but for me it's too big, too deep. I saved up and got a 5.5 QT Le Creuset French oven for that (and more), but that cost me much more than this whole set! The 3 saucepans are nice, but I have a gripe with the 1 QT - with the lid off and empty it tends to tip over. But that's a minor annoyance. You're not going to hand this cookware down to your children, but the beauty of this mid-range set is that it's much better than cheap cookware and it'll serve you very well while (if like me) you save up to buy the expensive stuff a piece at a time.


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Cuisinart Chef's Classic Stainless-Steel 10-Piece Cookware Set

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Endorsed by none other than the legendary French chef Paul Bocuse (the only restaurateur in the world to be awarded the prestigious Michelin 3 Stars for over 36 consecutive years), Cuisinart's Chef's Classic stainless cookware is high quality, yet affordable. Unlike many lines of cookware, it can go in the dishwasher for clean up, yet the aluminum core within the base provides even and efficient heating. If you've been thinking of investing in a new set of pots and pans, you'd do well to consider Cuisinart Chef's Classic. This set offers pieces in a useful range of size and function, and with the added value of set pricing.
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Technical Details

- Classic cookware made of mirror finish 18/10 stainless steel
- 8- and 10-inch skillets; 1-1/2- and 3-quart covered saucepans
- 3-1/2-quart sauté pan; and 8-quart covered stockpot
- Solid, riveted handles, aluminum in base for even heating
- Safe for dishwasher, freezer, broiler, and oven to 550 degrees F
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Customer Buzz
 "Great Cookware at Resonable Price!" 2010-02-08
By J. T. Hwang (Chicago, IL)
I've purchased two sets about six months ago and had a chance to use every piece. I have to say that this set is a bargain, but noticed that Cuisinart Multiclad Pro is what I would prefer over this set (if money was no object). I've purchased the Multiclad Pro 3 qt saucepan and the 5-1/2 qt pan to compliment this set, and love the true triple ply and heavier gauge sides which prevents scorching. Can't compare this set to the Cuisinart Multiclad Pro set that cost two to three times as much (or All-Clad)...and I'm quite happy that I have purchased this set!



As for the 10-piece set, I agree with the high praise from many already posted. This is a very good set for a resonable price. Would it last a lifetime? Probably not but I will get good use out of it for at least ten years. Sides of pan are a bit thin and will flex slightly (compared to the Multiclad models). If the pan fell from my hanging rack, it would probably dent. You can hang the pots with lids on, though one would have to be careful not to knock them off. One of the lids came off and hit the countertop then the floor, but survived the fall without any damage. My favorite is the 3 qt saucepan and the 3-1/2 qt saute.



Cameo or Bar Keepers Friend does a good job of cleaning up residue that can't be cleaned up with standard dish washing soap or in the dishwasher. I have some pitting on the interior of pan from throwing salt from soft-boiling eggs or pasta. Pitting does not impact the performance, but a bit ugly looking (doesn't bother me as this set was inexpensive and I've purchased to use everyday). I've done a comparison between the 3 qt provided in this set compared to the Multiclad 3 qt. I was surprised that using same amount of water an at same size gas burners with switching the pans every minute to ensure even heating, Chef's Classic boiled water quicker than the Multiclad by at least a minute (I'm a professional engineer and a bit quirky that way).



I've also purchased the anodized non-stick pans by Cuisinart and been using the glass lids from that set on the Chef's Classic. Since purchasing the stainless set, my non-stick pans are in storage and though they are fairly new, teflon started coming off from the top of the cookware where lid meets the pan. I realize the professionals use metal lids as it keeps in the heat better and easier to clean, but I do like to see what's going on inside the cookware when I'm cooking. I'm starting to get used to the metal lids. This set has also retired my Lodge cast iron cookware to use only on the grill, as the stainless base heat retention is great and much easier to clean and maintain.



I would highly recommend this set to anyone who wants a long lasting cookware, likes to use metal utensils with their cookware as long as they don't mind superficial scratches(instruction manual states that non-metallic utensils be used), enjoys developing fond (brown bits) for making tasty sauces, or simply wants a cookware that one can abuse without having to worry about ingesting Teflon, this set would be very satisfactory. If you want the absolute best and spend considerable time in the kitchen, spend more for the Cuisinart Multiclad or All-Clad and don't complain about the little details. For most everyone else out there, this set would be quite adequate. Happy cooking!



Other Info: As for interchangeability with Cuisinart Multiclad line, 3-qt line has different size lids as Multiclas line has deeper Saute pans. Frying pans are the same size. Pam or similar cooking spray should be avoided as they will bake on to the pans and will be difficult to remove. I've started to cook eggs on real butter mixed with olive oil. Wow! Eggs are so much better than cooked on the non-stick skillet with spray oil. Everything in moderation, but I've been learning to live a little and exercise more to make up.

Customer Buzz
 "Mom's Birthday" 2010-02-07
By Melodie Peacock (Belle Glade, Florida)
I recently purchased this set for my mother's birthday. She had been telling me that she needed some stainless steel cookware, so I surprised her. She absolutley loves her new set and she's so proud of it. I highly recommend this cookware.

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 "Cuisineart Chef's Classic Stainless-Steel 10-Piece Cookware Set" 2010-02-07
By Marianne Taylor
Love my new set of pans. Clean up so nicely. Just remember to cook with lower heat.

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 "Very good product" 2010-02-06
By John M. Brown (WALBRIDGE, OHIO, US)
I purchased the set for my wife as our old set had worn out after 15 years. A friend of ours also has this set and has had them for 2 years. She loves them. We purchased ours and found that they do a great job and are easy to clean if you follow the simple care instructions. This is a very good product.

Customer Buzz
 "Excellent quality for price" 2010-02-06
By Robert C. Hayes (North Carolina, USA)
My wife had cooked with her old cookware for over 20 years and the bottoms of the pans had become warped. I researched new stainless cookware which was affordable. The Cuisinart set received great reviews and was priced very well. She has been very happy with this cookware. The pots and skillets heat very quickly and evenly. Very low heat must be used in the skillets in order to prevent sticking. It would be nice if the set came with another pan and one less skillet. All in all, this is a great set of cookware, especially for the price.


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Tools of the Trade Belgique Hard Anodized 11" Grill Pan

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Great grilling is not just for the great outdoors. This hard-anodized aluminum grill spreads heat quickly and evenly for perfectly prepared meals, while a nonstick cooking surface, complete with raised grilling ridges, makes it easy to cook healthier with low or no fat. Limited lifetime warranty.
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Tools of the Trade Belgique Hard Anodized Fry Pan, 10"

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A fixture in virtually every kitchen, you'll use a fry pan in almost every meal you cook. For quick, even heating and perfect results, try a pan with hard-anodized aluminum construction and a nonstick surface that makes it easy to cook healthier with little or no fat. Limited lifetime warranty.
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 "Worst Frying Pans Ever" 2009-11-23
By LB (New York City)
These frying pans look great - but watch out - be sure to use a pot holder when using them! The handles become extremely hot and can not be touched when the pan is in use. I would not recommend these pans to even an expert chef.


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Tools of the Trade Cookright Stainless Steel Deep Skillet, 6 Qt.

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With deep sloping walls to contain oil, this sizzling skillet makes the perfect pan for frying. The polished stainless steel body and impact-bonded aluminum encapsulated base help spread heat quickly and evenly throughout, creating a meal cooked to delicious perfection. Limited lifetime warranty.
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Tools of the Trade Belgique Hard Anodized Stock Pot, 10 Qt.

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Customer Buzz
 "very nice for the price !!!!!" 2009-12-05
By Indira Heeralal
I only got this recently .. haven't used it as yet .. but it looks fine !!!!


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