Customer Reviews

Calphalon Contemporary Stainless 6-1/2-Quart Soup Pot with Glass Lid

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A friend says the stainless contemporary pots belong in MOMA (Museum of Modern Art) and I agree: absolutely beautiful. On top of that, it performs wonderfully. Heat distribution and retention is just as good as the cast iron dutch oven I can no longer use on my glass-top range. This is a great size for soups and stews and a big "mess" of Southern-style green beans can simmer hour after hour with little moisture loss, thus no sticking. I intend to purchase more of this line.

I bought this pot to replace an old copper-bottomed stainless steel soup pot that wobbled violently every time I boiled water in it on our new ceramic stovetop. I knew from the instructions that came with the appliance that some of my cooking utensils needed to be replaced, but I couldn't find what I needed in local stores at a reasonable price. I chose this pot because: (1)it was exactly the size I wanted; (2) the weight of the pot seemed to be sufficient that it would work well on my new stovetop; (3) it was within budget, though at the upper end of it; and (4)it had some good reviews already. Now that I've used it (once)I can state that it performs beautifully on a ceramic surface, it is heavy enough but not too heavy, and it is good-looking, too!

This size, shape and depth made the souppot a better water bath for a flan in a casserole dish than shallower alternatives. I have also made beef stock from oxtail in this as it is large enough to accommodate larger pieces. I rub baking soda all over it to get all the tallow out of it.

I also own the contemporary nonstick version of this pan. I like them both. I use this one when I need a fond such as searing meat for a stew or when I start with a saute of onions. Stainless works best for these jobs. The pan is very attractive and easy to clean and maintain. I do not put it in the dishwasher although Calphalon says that you can. I do not want to risk the beautiful finish. The size is big enough to use as a dutch oven and it will hold a double batch of spaghetti sauce and meatballs. Very versatile pan.

this may be the most beautiful piece of cookware ive ever purchased.unfortunately, i discovered induction cooking shortly afterwards.if Calphalon ever decides to market an induction-compatible line of cookware,i will be very interested in their products again.

good capacity, never gets burnt on the bottom, easy to handle, and you can even see the food you're cooking through the glass lid. overall a fantastic pot!

I love, love, love this stock pot! It's sleek and smart looking and cooks and cleans up fantastically. I would highly recommend all of the Calphalon products.

I have a perfect steamer tray from a rarely used Innova pressure cooker that I use to keep chicken from touching cooking juices and for steaming dumplings or a bowl of rice in this excellent sized pot. I love this pot. It saves me from buying a rice cooker, a Thanksgiving only roaster and many other things. It is no nonsense, high heat-able, dishwasher safe, oven safe - I even use the glass lid to make roasting chicken juicier (400 degree max for the lid and other glassware.) By adding too much water to a glass bowl of brown rice, I also make a quasi-congee comfort food dish with leftover beef and kosher salt. This pot is an unpraised gem.

I'm so glad I got this pot. I'ts not too heavy, and not too big or small. Sort of a wide mouth. Perfect for pasta.

Not sure why this is getting such great reviews. The product is cheap with a tiny handle and think base.