Calphalon Professional Hard-Anodized Collector's Edition 3-1/2-Quart Saucepot with Lid

by Calphalon

Product Features

• Perfect for pasta sauces, braising, stewing
• Anodized for hardness and stick resistance
• Heavy aluminum pan heats evenly
• Riveted, chrome-plated, cast-iron handles oven-safe to 700 degrees F
• Lifetime warranty against defects

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 11.6 x 8.4 x 5.6 inches ; 4.5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 5 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00005AWCB
• Item model number: ZL8703.5
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (25 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #179,648 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

Made of heavy aluminum so it heats evenly, this 3-1/2-quart saucepot is perfect for simmering a pasta sauce, slow-cooking chili, or braising a pot roast. Though not nonstick like some Calphalon cookware, the pan is anodized for stick-resistance as well as hardness. Metal utensils won't harm the surface, and chrome-plated, cast-iron handles are multiriveted for durability and balance. The handles are oven-safe to 700 degrees F. This saucepot should be hand washed with mild detergent and carries a lifetime warranty against defects. --Fred Brack

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

30 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A real workhorse. I always turn to this one first., April 12, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Calphalon Professional Hard-Anodized Collector's Edition 3-1/2-Quart Saucepot with Lid (Kitchen)

We received this pot as a wedding gift six years ago and it has seen almost daily use ever since. The size is perfect for cooking for 2-4 people and is our favorite for pasta and homemade soups. We've even used it for oven braising meats and it works beautifully. This is an excellent price as I have paid much more for Calphalon elsewhere.

28 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A little small, July 6, 2001

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SH in Tampa "SPH" (Tampa FL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Calphalon Professional Hard-Anodized Collector's Edition 3-1/2-Quart Saucepot with Lid (Kitchen)

Since Calaphon almost never makes significant discounts on their higher end lines, this saucepot is a pretty good deal. As one of the other reviewers mentions, it is a great purchase for you to experiment with difference between high quality and average cookware.

The calaphon collector's edition is the same as the commerical hard anodized line. It has a heavy gauge bottom that provide nice even heating. It has a high grade Hard Anodized (not non stick) surface which will withstand the use of metal utensils and last for years. It is does not have the low conductivity handles, so you will have to use a mitt to lift the pot if it has been on the stove for several minutes.

Although I really like calaphon cookware, I found that this particular piece to be an odd size. It is a little too small for most types of pasta (2 qt of water + 1 lb of pasta will boil over) and will fit only fit a very small bird or enough vegetables for two people (the steamer insert is too large for this pot). I find that the lack of a long handle a disadvantage for making sauces (you can't swirl or shake easily). However for sauces or dishes that start on the stove top and finish in the oven (bolongese sauce, beef burgundy) it is pretty good if you are making small batches.

20 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Small Versatile Saucepot, April 3, 2001

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Michela (Seattle, WA, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Calphalon Professional Hard-Anodized Collector's Edition 3-1/2-Quart Saucepot with Lid (Kitchen)

This Calphalon Professional Hard Anodized "Collector's Edition" 3 1/2-Quart Saucepot with Lid is another great buy from the first line of Calphalon cookware. When I see these "Collector's Editions" pots, I try to purchase them right away to add to my own collection or to give as gifts.

This 3 1/2-quart saucepot is perfect for cooking soups made from lentils or split peas and for making baked beans. It can also be used as a saucepan, and with the Calphalon universal steamer insert, it can be used to steam vegetables like broccoli and asparagus. This pot is also perfect for boiling or steaming a few large artichokes. I have also made a casserole in it, put it in the oven, and then under the broiler to finish the dish when I have added butter and breadcrumbs on the top.

Some cautions though: the handles on the sides and lid of this pot can get very hot, so I use thick potholders with them to avoid getting a burn. Also, Calphalon recommends hand-washing this cookware. If any stubborn stains persist, I use Bon Ami or Dormond cleaner to make the pan look like new.