January 21, 2010

Clad Stock Pot

Clad Stock Pot

Cookware, which brand for which method?

I'm looking to stock my kitchen with some new cookware and I don't have to have all the pieces match. I've seen on the cooking shows that some braise in le creuset but then fry in all-clad or non-stick. What are the best pot brands for which method?

First and foremost ... TJ Maxx! They've got all the best stuff for real cheap ... especially if you don't care about matching.

Now, here's what you need:

The basics:
Frying Pan (aka Saute Pan): Copper exterior, stainless steel interior. You get even cooking and quick transfer of heat.

Pots: Good to have at least one large cast iron (aka Dutch Oven). The rest can be All-Clads.

Perforated Pot: This is a pot with lots of holes in it. Should fit inside of one of your regular pots. Good for veges, potatoes, pasta, or anything you cook in water.

Deep Saute Pan (aka Sautoir): This is for when the family and friends are all coming over and you need to get some serious cooking done. Copper exterior, stainless interior.

For all your copperware, there's a company call Mauviel (France) that makes the best stuff, but it's not cheap. Also, remember that the heavier you cookware is, the better.

	Anolon Ultra Clad Covered Stockpot (8-Quart) Price : US$ 99.99 Combining two layers of stainless steel with an aluminum core, this 8-quart covered stockpot by Anolon Ultra Clad conducts heat thoroughly and cooks evenly.
	Anolon 8-quart Chef Clad Covered Stockpot Price : US$ 99.99 Featuring a brushed aluminum exterior and a clad stainless steel interior, this 8-quart covered stockpot by Anolon Chef Clad is durable enough to meet the standards of commercial restaurants and home kitchens alike.
	BonJour 8-quart Stainless Clad Stockpot Price : US$ 159.99 This stainless steel stockpot from BonJour features a French-inspired design that offers incredible functionality. The stainless steel cookware provides even heat distribution.
	BonJour 8-quart Copper Clad Covered Stockpot Price : US$ 374.95 This Copper Clad stockpot from BonJour features a French-inspired design that offers incredible functionality. The covered cookware provides even heat distribution.
	Cuisinart MCP66-28 Multi-clad Pro Steel 12-quart Stockpot Price : US$ 129.95 Cook like a pro with this triple-ply stainless stockpot Pot is cast stainless steel with cool grip handles Stockpot is dishwasher, freezer and broiler safe

	J.A. Henckels International Classic Clad 8-Quart Stock Pot with Lid List Price: $172.00 Sale Price: $119.95
	Clad inside and out in gleaming stainless steel, this eight-quart stock pot is ideal for slowly simmering chili, soups, and stews. An aluminum core sandwiched between the stainless steel layers distributes heat evenly not just across the bottom of the pot but up the sides, and requires only low to medium cooking temperatures...

	J.A. Henckels International Classic Clad 6-Quart Stock Pot with Lid List Price: $145.00 Sale Price: $88.88
	Clad inside and out in gleaming stainless steel, this six-quart stock pot is ideal for slowly simmering chili, soups, and stews. An aluminum core sandwiched between the stainless steel layers distributes heat evenly not just across the bottom of the pot but up the sides, and requires only low to medium cooking temperatures...

	All-Clad Stainless 8-Quart Stockpot List Price: $295.00 Sale Price: $219.00 Used From: $249.99
	The bestseller among All-Clad's renowned cookware collections, the Stainless line provides serious and professional cooks with all the virtues that make All-Clad's worldwide reputation unsurpassed. Key to its high performance is a three-ply, bonded construction...

	All-Clad Stainless 12-Quart Tall Stock Pot with Lid List Price: $390.00 Sale Price: $389.95
	All Clad's Stainless Tall 12-Quart Stock Pot is perfectly designed for simmering soups and stews but are wonderful for preparing long pasta too.

	All-Clad Stainless 6-Quart Stockpot List Price: $244.95 Sale Price: $244.95
	The bestseller among All-Clad's renowned cookware collections, the Stainless line provides serious and professional cooks with all the virtues that make All-Clad's worldwide reputation unsurpassed. Key to its high performance is a three-ply, bonded construction...