Kitchen Aid Cookware: All-Clad LTD 3 Quart Cassoulet with Lid Review

Once I got a set of pots that included a "saucier" and I fell in love with the concept of the gently sloping sides. I guess this pot is not exactly a saucier because it doesn't have a long handle.However, apart from missing the long handle, it acts like a saucier and is excellent for reducing liquids as well as fitting perfectly on the small burners on my electric stove, increasing the efficiency.

The pan looks excellent. We've kept it reasonably clean with a minimum of effort.I don't mind a bit of buildup of burnt whatever on the outside so I don't scrub it with anything other than the sponge, and while it doesn't look "shiny-new" we kind of like the "comfortably-used" look.We've not worn through the outer coating though I have used the pan pretty much every day for a year now.

The lid doesn't quite fit precisely and is a bit loose.It rests slightly on the inside of the curved lip.I suspect that it prevents moisture that builds on the lid from sneaking out the side and over the edge--if that's the case, then it was a good decision.

I'd prefer this with a long handle, but I've generally not had any trouble picking it up and pouring with only one hand.The handles stay fairly cool for a while, but I habitually reach for a potholder unless I've just used it to heat some soup for a couple minutes.

I was so happy with this that I bought one as a gift for my mother.

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Product Description:
When performance counts, turn to All-Clad LTD with its hard anodized exterior and pure aluminum core for even, energy efficient cooking. The cassoulet pan is suitable for braising and simmering, and is equally at home on top of the stove or in it.