Anyone here have any All-Clad brand cookware?

[Howard]

Originally posted by: Gobadgrs

Originally posted by: timswim78
If you need cookware, it looks like you have found a great deal.

Here are my experiences:
- I use All-Clad skillets. They are great at heating evenly.
- For a sauce pan, I use another brand tri-ply (similar to cladding). It was less expensive, and it seems to perform nearly as well as the 3x as expensive all-clad.
- For dutch ovens, I have an Oval Le Creseut and a round Lodge, both enameled cast-iron. I prefer the Le Creseut for meats and poultry, but the Lodge excels at making crusty breads.

Thanks Have you ever baked in a aluminum dutch oven? I have a run of the mill steel pot that I've been using for my "dutch oven".

Stock pots are suited for their purpose because they have a high thermal mass - i.e. they do not change temperature quickly in response to variation in heat input/output. With that in mind, an aluminum dutch oven must weight at least half as much as a cast iron dutch oven in order to retain the same amount of heat, though I'm guessing the aluminum dutch oven will probably weigh in at just over 1/4 the weight (for an equivalent capacity).

Plus, seasoned cast iron is fairly non-stick.

 

[Descartes]

I have All-Clad and I love them. I believe they're worth the investment.

One thing I'd recommend though: Don't get a set unless you're absolutely sure you need everything. Most people use just a small handful of cookware, and the rest just sit there. You can often buy multiples of what you really need and still save money.

 

[Fritzo]

Originally posted by: sdifox

Originally posted by: Fritzo
If I could make a suggestion:

The http://www.amazon.com/Emerilwa...&qid=1226068309&sr=8-1 is actually an All-Clad set for 1/4 the price. It's VERY good quality (I've been using it myself for about 2 years now).

Another suggestion is you're going to want to get a non-stick set as fried items that have starch in them will still to stainless steel. Anodized cookware is very durable and non-stick, but you can't put it in a dishwasher. Teflon pans are non-stick, but generally only last a couple of years. I have a mixture of both for things like pancakes, hash browns, fried chicken, etc.

fix your link please... I am sort of interested.

Sorry. I fixed it.

 

[JDub02]

I bought a bigger set at sam's club for $199. same 3 layer stainless. looks like you're paying a bunch extra for a name.

 

[JDub02]

Originally posted by: JDub02
I bought a bigger set at sam's club for $199. same 3 layer stainless. looks like you're paying a bunch extra for a name.

Here's a smaller set than the one I bought for $143.

Link

Can't find the one I bought (~year and a half ago)

 

[GoingUp]

Originally posted by: sdifox

Originally posted by: Fritzo
If I could make a suggestion:

The http://www.amazon.com/Emerilwa...&qid=1226068309&sr=8-1 is actually an All-Clad set for 1/4 the price. It's VERY good quality (I've been using it myself for about 2 years now).

Another suggestion is you're going to want to get a non-stick set as fried items that have starch in them will still to stainless steel. Anodized cookware is very durable and non-stick, but you can't put it in a dishwasher. Teflon pans are non-stick, but generally only last a couple of years. I have a mixture of both for things like pancakes, hash browns, fried chicken, etc.

fix your link please... I am sort of interested.

FYI Emeril stuff is made in china. Rest of All-Clad is made in the US.

 

[GoingUp]

Originally posted by: JDub02

Originally posted by: JDub02
I bought a bigger set at sam's club for $199. same 3 layer stainless. looks like you're paying a bunch extra for a name.

Here's a smaller set than the one I bought for $143.

Link

Can't find the one I bought (~year and a half ago)

I also have no problem paying more to buy something made in america.

 

[NoShangriLa]

Remember to turn the element down slightly lower than usual due to the rapid heat transfer of copper, because you might burn your food or worst warp the pan.

 

[Baked]

Originally posted by: JDub02
I bought a bigger set at sam's club for $199. same 3 layer stainless. looks like you're paying a bunch extra for a name.

I see your walmart 3 ply and raise you Kirkland Signature 5 ply!

 

[spidey07]

For what it's worth I have plenty of all-clad stuff. I like to by them on amazon for 15-25 bucks a piece. Sure beats the insane prices of a set.

 

[sjwaste]

Most of my stuff are commercial hard anodized pieces. They last forever and heat very evenly.

For non-stick, I usually go the $20 throw away route, use metal utensils, whatever, and replace it every year or two. I don't use a whole lot of non-stick pans, basically only for egg-based dishes. I think the last couple have been Tramontina hard anodized w/ a non-stick coating, not more than $25 at target, each has lasted about 2 years.

About the only drawback is that your cookware doesn't match and your lids tend to be all metal, but my stuff isn't on display so it doesn't matter too much.

Of course, as spidey said, if I see a "try me" piece priced right, I'll sometimes jump on it if its something that I needed anyway. My 3.5qt saute is of that variety, Calphalon stainless clad aluminum I think, with a glass lid.

As long as it can be cleaned with abrasives, it has a place in my kitchen Nice score at Marshalls, OP, All Clad is good stuff that will last a long time. You got what you wanted at a good price.

 

[Fritzo]

Originally posted by: Gobadgrs

Originally posted by: sdifox

Originally posted by: Fritzo
If I could make a suggestion:

The http://www.amazon.com/Emerilwa...&qid=1226068309&sr=8-1 is actually an All-Clad set for 1/4 the price. It's VERY good quality (I've been using it myself for about 2 years now).

Another suggestion is you're going to want to get a non-stick set as fried items that have starch in them will still to stainless steel. Anodized cookware is very durable and non-stick, but you can't put it in a dishwasher. Teflon pans are non-stick, but generally only last a couple of years. I have a mixture of both for things like pancakes, hash browns, fried chicken, etc.

fix your link please... I am sort of interested.

FYI Emeril stuff is made in china. Rest of All-Clad is made in the US.

After having owned both though, I can't tell the difference. The handles are a little thinner, but the pan itself is full weight, and I like the lip around the pans better because it's easier to control pouring.

 

[GoingUp]

Ended up picking up two more 4 quart sauce pans copper core pots today for $200 each, a 2 quart sauce pan for $130, a 2.5 quart windsor for $100 and a 4 quart sauteuse for $180.

Now to decide what to keep, what mom gets for christmas, and what goes back to the store.

 

[GagHalfrunt]

Originally posted by: Strk
All-Clad is nice, but it was a bit too expensive for me. I went for the Cuisinart Multiclad line. It's been great so far.

Ditto that. Almost all my stuff is Cuisinart. It's 99% as good as All-Clad for about 1/3 the price.

 

[TastesLikeChicken]

Originally posted by: Gobadgrs
Ended up picking up two more 4 quart sauce pans copper core pots today for $200 each, a 2 quart sauce pan for $110, a 2.5 quart windsor for $100 and a 4 quart sauteuse for $180.

Now to decide what to keep, what mom gets for christmas, and what goes back to the store.

Like a kid in a candy shop.

 

[GoingUp]

Originally posted by: TastesLikeChicken

Originally posted by: Gobadgrs
Ended up picking up two more 4 quart sauce pans copper core pots today for $200 each, a 2 quart sauce pan for $110, a 2.5 quart windsor for $100 and a 4 quart sauteuse for $180.

Now to decide what to keep, what mom gets for christmas, and what goes back to the store.

Like a kid in a candy shop.

Everything but the windsor pans are getting returned. Just found this site!

http://www.cookwarenmore.com/d...cartid=200811088743499

33% off retail for All-Clad seconds, buy 5 or more, and get an additional 20% off. Some of the pieces are going to be a good $30 cheaper than what I bought them for. And the small amount of shipping is below the tax. This should shave off another $200ish. Now to see if the person I bought the two 12 inch frying pans from on Amazon lets me cancel the order.

 

[NoShangriLa]

You might want to check out Sitram Catering Line

 

[Nocturnal]

I honestly thought that the All-Clad stuff was the greatest cook ware out there. I was wrong, horribly wrong. I've owned a few different pans from a few different lines of All-Clad and they haven't lasted very long. I've never been rough with my pans. I always hand wash it with a soft cloth and follow the instructions to the T. I have to admit I was disappointed when the nonstick surface started to disappear and not work properly.

I invested some money into the Rachel Ray set from Amazon and this stuff has lasted way longer than the All-Clad stuff. I figured All-Clad was pretty much the Mercedes/BMW of cook ware. I was wrong.

I have about 5 different All-Clad pans and they've all gone to crap. I have had the Rachel Ray stuff for over a year now and they're great. The nonstick still works, the pots and pans are great to look at and it's functional. I can't say the same for All-Clad.

 

[alkemyst]

I don't think any of those cheaper sets are copper core. Just because they are all-clad is not the end all be all. They are sort of whoring out their name a bit on lesser products.

 

[GoingUp]

Bump for final updates

 

[Fritzo]

Originally posted by: Nocturnal
I honestly thought that the All-Clad stuff was the greatest cook ware out there. I was wrong, horribly wrong. I've owned a few different pans from a few different lines of All-Clad and they haven't lasted very long. I've never been rough with my pans. I always hand wash it with a soft cloth and follow the instructions to the T. I have to admit I was disappointed when the nonstick surface started to disappear and not work properly.

I invested some money into the Rachel Ray set from Amazon and this stuff has lasted way longer than the All-Clad stuff. I figured All-Clad was pretty much the Mercedes/BMW of cook ware. I was wrong.

I have about 5 different All-Clad pans and they've all gone to crap. I have had the Rachel Ray stuff for over a year now and they're great. The nonstick still works, the pots and pans are great to look at and it's functional. I can't say the same for All-Clad.

The Rachel Ray stuff hasn't been out that long---wtf do you do to a stainless steel pan that it doesn't last for more than a year or two? They're practically indestructible, and they have like 10 year warranties. Are you cooking in a smelting pot or something?

 

[hiromizu]

Real chefs don't use non-stick.

 

[GoingUp]

According to UPS it should all come tomorrow!

 

[SphinxnihpS]

Originally posted by: Gobadgrs

Originally posted by: TastesLikeChicken

Originally posted by: Gobadgrs
Ended up picking up two more 4 quart sauce pans copper core pots today for $200 each, a 2 quart sauce pan for $110, a 2.5 quart windsor for $100 and a 4 quart sauteuse for $180.

Now to decide what to keep, what mom gets for christmas, and what goes back to the store.

Like a kid in a candy shop.

Everything but the windsor pans are getting returned. Just found this site!

http://www.cookwarenmore.com/d...cartid=200811088743499

33% off retail for All-Clad seconds, buy 5 or more, and get an additional 20% off. Some of the pieces are going to be a good $30 cheaper than what I bought them for. And the small amount of shipping is below the tax. This should shave off another $200ish. Now to see if the person I bought the two 12 inch frying pans from on Amazon lets me cancel the order.

I LOVE YOU!

 

[GoingUp]

Originally posted by: SphinxnihpS

Originally posted by: Gobadgrs

Originally posted by: TastesLikeChicken

Originally posted by: Gobadgrs
Ended up picking up two more 4 quart sauce pans copper core pots today for $200 each, a 2 quart sauce pan for $110, a 2.5 quart windsor for $100 and a 4 quart sauteuse for $180.

Now to decide what to keep, what mom gets for christmas, and what goes back to the store.

Like a kid in a candy shop.

Everything but the windsor pans are getting returned. Just found this site!

http://www.cookwarenmore.com/d...cartid=200811088743499

33% off retail for All-Clad seconds, buy 5 or more, and get an additional 20% off. Some of the pieces are going to be a good $30 cheaper than what I bought them for. And the small amount of shipping is below the tax. This should shave off another $200ish. Now to see if the person I bought the two 12 inch frying pans from on Amazon lets me cancel the order.

I LOVE YOU!

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