Customer Reviews

Calphalon Contemporary Nonstick Simmer Down 4-1/2-Quart Saucepot with Steamer Insert and Glass Lid

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I bought it replacing a cheap old stainless saucepan/steamer whose handle fell off (after 12 years ;)
This calphalon pot is actually a very nice size - the steamer is actually wide enough to handle asparagus spears with just the very tips broken off. The nonstick surface seems very durable.
However, it is pretty heavy, if that's important to you.

It's big enough to boil a dozen eggs, and the steamer works great. The lid also fits my 10" Omlette pan. It cleans up great as well.

Pots with steamer inserts are not that common anymore. I like that this pot has a wider, shallower configuration than my previous steamer so the veggies cook more evenly. The glass lid means I don't have to keep taking the lid off, losing all the steam, to see when the food is done.

I recently purchased 5 pieces of Calphalon Contemporary non-stick cookware (individual pieces, not a set) and it's all great. This 4 1/2 qt. steamer/saucepan is great as well. I bought it from Amazon.com because they had the best price and free shipping. It's a bit on the heavy side, but is perfect for cooking pasta as it is deep and wide, creating good circulation of the water. It's also really good for soups. I like all the cookware I have purchased in this line. It heats very evenly and cleans up easily.

Just got this pan as a replacement of an 4 year old commerical 5 quart nonstick calphalon saucepot for about a month. The old one's bottom lost non-stick feature and we had to mail in it for replacement. The new one works perfect. We like the multipurpose feature - we use it to stirfry a lot, also steam veg and other products. Also, occasionally, we use it to make soup and bake things. The only thing we worry about is its nonstick feature. We try our best to protect its bottom, but you never know what it is going to look like after 4 years. Well, never cook over medium high, when stir fry, and always use wood utensil. Wash it throughly, or oil may build upon.

I purchased the 4 1/2 gt saucepot for my husband who LOVES to cook. He fell in love with this pot. The only down fall is oven mitts are needed as the handle can get very hot.

I recently purchased a Calphalon steamer pan and I love it. It is narrower on the bottom than on the top, which allows me to use it on a smaller burner. The quantity the steamer basket holds (as well as the pan itself), is much greater than I anticipated. I would highly recommend this pan.

We have purchased several Calphalon products and have been very please with the superior quality of all, this one is no different.

I needed a larger Calphalon saucepot and didn't really need the steamer insert, but the price was such a bargain and when it comes to a bargain..... Anyway, it's a great piece of Calphalon. Cooks evenly, doesn't stick and you can see how the cooking is progressing.

I love the steamer insert - use it a lot for veggies. Excellent quality, good price.