Customer Reviews

All-Clad Stainless 10-Inch Fry Pan

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This is probably the best fry pan available. You might want a nonstick pan in addition for cooking things that need a nonstick surface such as omlettes, etc. This pan is good for cooking everything that does not require the nonstick surface such as sautés, meat and fish, etc.

The stainless steel shell with aluminium inner core is a great design in that it evenly distributes the heat to all areas of the pan, including the sides. Some cheaper pans only have a heat conducting layer on the bottom of the pan, not on the sides.

I like everything about this pan. It's beautifully made, looks great and performs wonderfully-form follows function. It's the perfect size unless you routinely cook for a large family. I debated getting the 12" version of this pan at first, but when I took a look at the 10" I realized it will be fine for 99% of my cooking.

I admire good manufacturing of quality products. This pan is true quality through and throughout and should last you a long long time.

After going with a non-stick version and having problems with that (not knowing the best way to use it), I exchanged it for the stainless version. This was a great decision. First, it showed me that All Clad does stick by its lifetime warranty. Second, because I learned that I don't need non-stick for everything and I found out the best way to use this type of cookware.

The 10-inch size is great for most everything. Every once in a while I could use a 12-inch version for more volume but not often. I use this guy for eggs, meat, stir fry and more. The pan heats really evenly and feels great in my hand. The handle does a great job of dispersing heat and staying cool, too. And, though it doesn't come with a lid, the large lid from the stock pot fits it well.

When things do stick, I don't worry about attacking it and scratching off the surface. I can use a scraper, sponge, or scouring pad without any problems. And it is safe in the dishwasher although I recommend handwashing as much as possible.

Some cooking tips I learned with this type of pan: Use a lower heat, not because you have to (like with non-stick), but because it heats so evenly, you often don't need that higher temperature. Also when you throw something in, whether you are using butter, oil, a spray, or nothing, let it sit and cook a bit before you try to move it around. Hamburger, for example, will adhere to the pan at first and if you try stirring it up right away, small pieces will be stuck and are more likely to burn. Rather, wait until it has a minute or two to cook on that side. The parts that adhere will cook, separate and lift away from the pan so you can stir it easier. And when you are done, if there is any food stuck to the pan, put some water in it and let it boil for a few minutes. This will help lift it off and make cleaning easier.

Again, a great pan, a great brand, and definitely worth the money since it will last you a lifetime with the warranty they give you.

I am a careless and brutal cook and destroy cookware all the time. I can't use nonstick because I'll ruin pans by leaving them on max heat and forgetting about them. So this one was worth the high price because I've had it for almost two years now and it's still good as new. Handwashing seems to leave a little discoloration after heavy use so every so often I pop it in the dishwasher for a gentle scrub (though that's not recommended, you can still do it).

This pan cooks so quickly and evenly that it's hard to mess up. Foods brown nicely but don't burn. The handle is sturdy and never gets too hot.

I often use this this in place of a wok, but it's really too shallow for that and has a bit of a spatter and spillage problem if you try to rapidly stir-fry. I wish it came with a lid. Also, I have not been able to cook eggs in it - they stick to the bottom like glue no matter how much butter I use. But a good soak and a couple minutes of elbow grease cleans that right up.

I have this and several other all-clad stainless pans. For anyone looking to purchase a stainless pan and move away from teflon coated or lower quality cookware, all-clad stainless is a must. They are expensive, but well worth the cost.

Please note, there is a learning curve that comes with owning these type of products. If you're used to cooking with lower quality cookware like farberware or anything else you buy at Wal*Mart, you'll find yourself burning almost everything when you start using these pans. Because of the high-quality design and aluminum core, I've found that I needed to lower the temperature drastically to achieve the same results with the lesser pans. I'm still learning how to cook eggs without burning the bottom, but fortunately, with a short soaking in soapy water, the pans clean right up. Great for cooking crepes, sautes, meats, etc. With the all metal construction, they'll move easily to the oven as well. Read the literature that comes with the pans for tips on cooking with all-clad stainless.

This pan gets a frequent morning workout at our house; it's perfect for making (for example) eggs with a side of tofu sausage. Probably one of the most useful pans, you'll find many other uses for it. I've been very pleased by the sturdy construction and the appropriately heavy weight that distributes heat evenly. The long handle stays cool to the touch. In addition, the pan cleans exceptionally easily, saving time and energy.

I've only had this pan for about two weeks but it's getting a workout almost daily. My current cooktop is a glasstop resistance type (I know - but gas wouldn't work for this installation!) and all my All Clad stainless pans work just great. I cook eggs, french toast, hash browns, etc... at breakfast and hamburgers or stir fry at night. I usually clean the pan - a quick rinse, a little dish soap on a rag, a rinse and dry (takes less than a minute) - before we eat and it's spic and span ready for its next use. Occassionally I'll do a quick once over using Barkeepers Friend - I love the way the cookware looks afterward.

There's nothing much negative to say about All Clad in my view. I've upgraded almost all my stove-top pots and pans over the last year, and can't say enough good about them. New Year's Eve, I did fettucini Alfredo, and this pan held the butter, cream, cheese mix at a perfect temperature until the fettucini was ready. So much of a "perfect" dish is in the timing, and All-Clad lets you do that.

I bought this pan and love it. It has the perfect slope to flip food. As far as the handle goes...well, that's another story. All-Clad quality is top notch but they fall short on the handle design. The handle does stay unbelievably cool, but it's dam uncomfortable. I compensated for it being so narrow by purchasing a suede handle cover. I still rate it a five though.

Yep, I love this pan for crepes. One swipe with butter for the first crepe and the rest pop right off the pan, no regreasing required. Plus its the perfect size for crepes. Yes, it does all the other things fry pans do well, omletts, scrambled eggs, fry fish on butter and onions.

So if you are looking to start owning a set of All clad pots, pick the group which has this fry pan in it, you won't regret it.

After hearing a lot of bad things about non-stick cookware, I decided that it was time to change my cookware. After extensive research on the internet, I went with All-Clad stainless. This is my first All-Clad pan. I love it. The quality is excellent. The food browns evenly. It is easy to clean. I am adding more All-Clad to my collection.