This heavy weight (tall) pot along with cooking contents is estimated to weigh over 10 lbs.A helper handle to assist with straining would certainly be a nice addition.Other than that, Anolon 'Advanced' is one of the best.There are pouring spouts on each side.This makes it the only pot I have ever seen that is 'southpaw' friendly.This beauty heats evenly and is a snap to clean.
12/5/05 Update:I recently used this pot to boil some Russets for mashed potatos.When I went to strain them, the weight of 2 qts. of water (4 lbs.), plus 1 lb. of Russets, plus the 3 1/2 lb. pot, plus 'X' pounds of pressure on the lid to keep the contents from spilling out was just too overwhelming for 1 elderly male's hand/arm.I would rerate this to 3-Stars if the primary user will be elderly (or a woman who is not into body building).For the more youthful of you, the lack of a helper handle will not seem to be as great an issue and the 4-Star rating would be appropriate.
12/22 Update:I finally 'caved' and am giving this to my son (who won the SE benchpress championship some years ago).
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Anolon Advanced 3-1/2-Quart Covered Straining SaucepanProduct Description: This 3-1/2-quart saucepan from Anolon offers integrated straining features that set it apart from comparable products by enabling it to effortlessly drain water and other liquids. The crack-resistant glass lid fits snuggly on the pan's body and offers small holes to safely strain petite foods and larger holes for bigger items. It also easily adjusts to trap in steam and prevent moisture from escaping. The pan itself features an integrated pouring spout and heavy-gauge aluminum construction for even heating. The stainless-steel handle provides a strong hold while its silicone rubber coating prevents unwanted slipping. Low-fat cooking, easy food release, and simplified clean-up all result from the double-coated nonstick interior surface. Oven-safe up to 400 degrees F, this mid-sized pan holds 3-1/2 quarts and comes with a limited lifetime warranty. Hand washing is recommended as is the use of rubber, plastic, or wooden utensils.
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I purchased these canisters for my new kitchen and they were just the quality you would expect from Calphalon.They are durable, stylish, and easy to use because of their unique oval shape.The one thing I dislike about this set is that even the largest canister is not big enough to hold a standard 5-lb bag of flour.The middle size holds a full bag of sugar--3 lbs--but the largest is about three cups too small for a full flour bag.Otherwise, a great set!
