- 8-inch saute pan, 10-1/4-inch saute pan, 1-quart covered saucepan, 2-quart covered saucepan, 5-quart covered Dutch oven, spoon, and slotted turner
- 18/10 stainless-steel construction with encapsulated-aluminum bases for even heating
- Riveted, curved, stainless-steel handles stay cool to the touch
- Glass lids with stainless-steel loop handles help trap in heat, moisture, and nutrients
- Oven-safe to 500 degrees F; limited lifetime warranty; dishwasher-safe
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 Nothing better for the price !!! |
| Review Date: January 7, 2010 |
| Reviewer: C. A. Mcpherson, Bellbrook, Oh United States |
I hesitated before I purchased this set because some of the reviews were not favorable. Some of the reviews were a total 5, so I wondered how there could be such a huge gap between the purchaser's reviews. A little homework answered the question.
This is a beautiful set, and if handled ACCORDING TO THE DIRECTIONS, should stay in beautiful shape. One of the reviewers stated that her cookware turned blue after being put into the dishwasher. The directions distinctly state that this is a normal condition for stainless steel and can be remedied by wiping lemon juice or vinegar over the pot/pan. It works; just as stated.
Another reviewer stated that her pan warped. This happens when the heat is too high. Instructions fully state that one should not use this cookware on HIGH. It does not take much heat to allow the food to cook. There is an aluminum disk inserted in the bottom to conduct the heat. Aluminum DOES warp and melt under extremely high conditions.
One reviewer stated that the steel could be bent with her fingers. Perhaps she had a defective piece, as there is NO WAY I could do such a thing. I hand quilt everyday and am a professional seamstress. I have a lot of strength in my fingers; but still, it is an impossibility to bend this steel. Granted, the cookware is not a professional HEAVY weight, but it is a cookware that is bit weighty, but easy to handle, and light enough to produce quick heat.
Last night I fried salmon patties, and the pan cleaned up nicely. I used a little BonAmi, which is similar to Bartender's Secret, which is recommended by the manufacturer. I have cooked chili, boiled pasta, steamed veggies...all to success and my cookware looks new.
Although I cook everyday, I did not want to continue with my non-stick cookware. I thought it would be a good idea to purchase a reasonably priced stainless set to get used to cooking with stainless; eventually moving up to a more pricey set if necessary. At this point, I do not think I will need to move up to a more pricey set, but will purchase additional pieces of the T-fal Elegance, including the chicken fryer and the 3 qt. pot/lid. I did already purchase the 12.5 saute pan and it is very useful.
I love this set and think the price does not speak for it's excellence. It is a LOT of value for the money. |
I love this cookware!
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| Review Date: September 19, 2008 |
| Reviewer: D. L. Choquette, Kailua-Kona, HI USA |
| I wanted to get away from aluminum and coated cookware and decided to give this a try. My concern was that it would burn and stick and be difficult to clean as was inexpensive stainless cookware I have tried in the past. I saw it at my local WalMart and was impressed with it's quality and weight. Also their price was $36 higher! I have been surprised at how little sticking happens and have had no burning to the bottom or hard to clean experiences. The heat transfer is so efficient I can cook at lower temperatures. I can see how this set will last me the rest of my life. |
Excellent cookware set
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| Review Date: January 22, 2009 |
| Reviewer: P. Doughty, Phil.,PA |
| I have tried many expensive cookware sets over the years and had to return them. I bought the large fry pan at another store and it worked out great. I then went to Amazon.com and found the entire set for under $100 and free shipping. I keep the burner on medium and no sticking. The cleanup is so easy and fast. Be sure to use a little cooking oil as to be expected with this type of pan. I was looking for quality that would last and these are that quality. Thanks again Amazon.com! |
Great bang for the buck!
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| Review Date: December 4, 2009 |
| Reviewer: N. Abu-Jaber, |
| I've been using this set about 2 times a day for the past 3 years and I have had no issues with it at all,they clean up nicely with baking soda and they still look new.It's worth mentioning that this cookware pulls off very low temperature cooking with great ease and I've been very happy with the results.This may seem trivial but the metal utensils that come with this set are 1st grade and are very stiff,I put a lot of pressure on the metal spoon when frying rice and it handles all my force without flexing at all and I wish that my other metal utensils were as high quality as this. |
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