Calphalon Commercial Hard Anodized 12-Quart Stockpot with Lid
- Original Calphalon hard anodized aluminum for superior conductivity
- Perfect surface for searing, browing, deglazing, carmelizing or any other classic technique, a truly versatile cooking surface
- Extremely durable, metal utensil recommended
- “Cool V” handles stay cooler with regular stovetop use.
- Lifetime warranty
Product Description
Great tastes come to those who wait. Calphalon stock pots are ideal for stews, stock, chili and other moist-cooked dishes. Heavy-gauge aluminum is responsive to temperature changes, whether you’re slowly simmering or rapidly boiling. Calphalon’s stock pots are designed for easy cooking, easy cleanup and maximum performance. Add a stainless insert for your pasta-making pleasure.Amazon.com Review
Calphalon Commercial hard-anodized pans are made for the more serious cook who is looking for kitchenware built to last a lifetime. This large-size, 12-quart stockpot is good for soup, stews, and pasta, and its heavy-gauge aluminum construction also stands up to deep frying. The looped handles are easy to grip and stay cooler than you might expect, thanks to V-shaped splits where they meet the pan, but it’s still a good idea to keep hot pads nearby. The nonporous and nonreactive hard-anodized surface resists sticking and doesn’t affect the flavor or color … More >>
Calphalon Commercial Hard Anodized 12-Quart Stockpot with Lid
Have not used this , looks like a great item,
IS a Birthday gift so they won’t get it till fall.
What top of the line product is not dishwasher safe. I didn’t realize the anodized coating would WIPE off after repeated cleanings in the dishwasher. After less than six months it looks like a piece of junk.
I was interested in these pieces at these prices but I do not want to products made in China when I can avoide it and so I called the 800 number for Calphalon and was told that only the “One” lines are made in Ohio. Everything else they make is produced overseas, including the copper pots and the cast iron.
Quality: 5 stars. Very well built, solid, good heat conductor.
Value: 1 star. You can get a better stock pot for less money.
Convenience: 2 stars. It’s semi nonstick but not really, and it’s not dishwasher-safe.
This Pot is heavily & deeply grooved inside which translates to a quick & dirty finishing/polishing job on the part of Calphalon. You can feel the grooves with your fingers easily and it is as if the company did not fully smooth it out.
I own several Hard-Ano pans from Calphalon and all are nearly mirror smooth in surface, not this one.
This pot is huge and inexpensive..39.99 -w- free shipping.
But I feel again disappointed to see that Calphalon has decided to undermine their own Brand Name and quality integrity.
Calphalon used to make great cookware, but not in these new China made, low end models.
I think i will keep this as i do not plan on using it too often, it is more a “special use” pot. And for the money it is OK.
But if you are using the stock pot often and see it as an integral part of your kitchen I strongly encourage you to get something else like All-Clad…MC2.