All-Clad 6-Quart Fry Basket Review

This thing is super.It turns the 6 qt stockpot or tall sauté pot into a deep fryer, or extracts the carcass and/or veggies out of stock liquid without having to strain off the liquid into another container.

I love to make turkey or chicken soup with the carcass after most of the meat has been eaten, but there's usually some meat sticking to the bones that needs to be hand pulled after boiling.By using this basket with my tall 6 qt sauté pan, I can just lift it up with all the bones and vegetables inside and hang it on the edge of the pan via the basket's hook to let everything drain and cool.When the ingredients are cool enough to handle I can remove the remaining meat from the bones and throw out the rest.If I'm making a soup, I can add that meat right back to the stock along with some rice or noodles and chopped parsley and it's wonderful.Of course, I may want to do other things with the stock, but the fact remains that with this basket, getting the solids out of the liquid is a piece of cake.

If you're into deep-frying, of course, the basket is perfect for that, but I use it far more often for making stock or blanching something.This basket is worth its weight in gold.Highly recommended.

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Product Description:
Constructed of 18/10-stainless steel, this item will fit All-Clad 6-and 8 quart stock pots.

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All-Clad Stainless 10-Quart Rondeau with Lid Review

I had been looking for the perfect dutch oven for several years to do cassoulets, large simmering dishes etc. I wanted good stainless, very even heat (because of burn potential for those simmered recipes), 10 quarts (I would actually have preferred 12 - I am tired of having to spread my recipes across several pots) and a good looking pot.

I thought I had found my match in this rondeau. It bought it a few weeks ago (from a discounter I am afraid), and we have been playing with it almost everyday.

The rondeau is good looking and sturdy. It is solidly built, yet not as heavy as I thought it would be - a good point. The pot measures exactly 5" without the top, with an outside diameter of 13.5", and an inside diameter of approximately 12"3/4. The solid handles have an outside dimension of 13"9/16. With the burner on medium, they do not get significantly hot, and allow pick up with your bare hands. Be careful though! We have a large Wolf stove, and the rondeau barely fits on one burner - we cannot use a large pan on the next burner. I would say that the diameter is perfect for us in terms of the range, but I suspect that smaller ranges might not accommodate it as easily. The pot is, as usual with AllClad, fully lined to the rim. The rim is lipped, making a pour easier. The lid is well built, with a strong handle, and an outside diameter of 13"3/4.

My nitpicks:
- I would have preferred it a tad taller and narrower: it is very wide and surprisingly short (i had not realized how short when I ordered it). because of the large circumference, to cook 1" below the rim already involves the loss of 2 quarts.
- the lid for this expensive pot does not fit perfectly. Its inside rim is probably 1/2" short to be able to seal the opening better. You can move it left and right when it is on the top of the pot.

I would have loved to love this piece. As it is, I think I am going to really use it a lot and I really, really like it. I am not in love yet:-)

UPDATE Feb 17, 2010: after 2.5 months of use, I find the rondeau really a very good pot - excellent for a simmer, with good capacity and good looks. I still think the top could be better fitting. All in all, I look at it as a 4.5 star product.

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Product Description:
The stainless 10-Quart Rondeau by All Clad is a versatile piece for any kitchen and is good to have on hand when cooking for a crowd.This piece has many uses such as braising, searing, poaching and even baking casseroles.

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All-Clad Stainless 6-Quart Stockpot Review

Nothing tastes better on a blustery winter's day than a steaming bowl of homemade soup or stew.And, nothing is better to prepare it in than this All-Clad Stockpot.
It seems that a stockpot is one kitchen item that never wears out, so I'd been making do with what we had.But, when I was fortunate enough to be gifted with this stockpot from All-Clad I couldn't believe the difference!
It has a thick conductive base that spreads the heat evenly, not just where the burner might hit it.And, it has solid stainless steel walls that keep the heat in.The lid fits snugly, and it simmers away for hours emitting the most delicious aromas.
The brushed exterior gives it a great look, and it is made to conform to All-Clad's estimable high standards.Soup's on!

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Product Description:
Great kitchens start with top-quality, high-performance All-Clad cookware. The popular stainless steel collection is constructed of a durable, hand-polished 18/10 stainless steel surface and a pure aluminum core. It features extra-long, stay-cool handles and snug-fitting lids. Whether you're an accomplished home cook or just a beginner, let All-Clad cookware be your kitchen companion for years to come. All-Clad cookware carries a limited lifetime warranty.

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