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Cuisinart 12-Quart Stockpot w/Lid, Chef's Classic Collection, Silver, 766-26AP1
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Material | Steel |
Finish Type | Mirror finish |
Brand | Cuisinart |
Color | 12-Quart |
Capacity | 12 Quarts |
Product Dimensions | 14.3"D x 10.5"W x 10.5"H |
Item Weight | 5.85 Pounds |
Coating Description | Stainless Steel |
Is Oven Safe | Yes |
About this item
- PROFESSIONAL DESIGN: induction-ready, mirror finish, classic looks, professional performace. Aluminum encapsulated base quickly and spreads heat evenly– eliminates hot spots
- PREMIUM COOKING: drip-free pouring, tightfitting cover seals in moisture and nutrients for healthier, more flavorful results, every time you cook
- MUST HAVE FEATURES: stainless steel cooking surface does not discolor, react with food or alter flavors. Measurement markings for ease of use
- CLEAN UP: dishwasher safe for an easy clean up
- LIFETIME WARRANTY: Refer to user manual for troubleshooting steps and questions surrounding warranty policies – this product is BPA free
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Cuisinart Chef's Classic Stainless Steel
Inspired by the kitchens of France, our elegant Cuisinart Chef's Classic Stainless Cookware Collection features stainless steel and pure aluminum encapsulated in the base for fast and even heating. We guarantee the 12 Quart Stockpot with Cover with a lifetime warranty and include measurement markings inside the stockpot for easier cooking.
Features
- Chef's Choice Stainless: Mirror finish. Classic looks, professional performance
- Unsurpassed Heat Distribution: Aluminum encapsulated base heats quickly and spreads heat evenly. Eliminates hot spots
- Stainless Steel for Professional Results: Stainless steel cooking surface does not discolor, react with food or alter flavors. Great for classic cooking techniques like slow simmers, rolling boils and reduction of liquids
- Cool Grip Handle: Solid stainless steel riveted handle stays cool on the stovetop. A helper handle provides extra support and balance when lifting and pouring
- Drip-Free Pouring: Rim is tapered for drip-free pouring
- Flavor Lock Lid: Tight-fitting cover seals with moisture and nutrients for healthier, more flavorful results, every time you cook
- Dishwasher Safe: Premium stainless steel easily cleans to original brilliant finish
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Product information
Material | Steel |
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Finish Type | Mirror finish |
Brand | Cuisinart |
Color | 12-Quart |
Capacity | 12 Quarts |
Product Dimensions | 14.3"D x 10.5"W x 10.5"H |
Item Weight | 5.85 Pounds |
Coating Description | Stainless Steel |
Is Oven Safe | Yes |
Item Weight | 5.85 pounds |
Manufacturer | Cuisinart |
ASIN | B00008CM6K |
Country of Origin | USA |
Item model number | 766-26 |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #39,515 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining) #265 in Skillets |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | February 1, 2003 |
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Inspired by the kitchens of France, our elegant Cuisinart Chef's Classic Stainless Cookware Collection features stainless steel and pure aluminum encapsulated in the base for fast and even heating. Features: Induction-ready|Mirror finish. Classic looks professional performance.|Aluminum encapsulated base heats quickly and spreads heat evenly. Eliminates hot spots.
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Sturdiness | 4.8 | 4.5 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.3 | 4.9 |
Easy to clean | 4.8 | 4.6 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.2 | 4.8 |
Heat distribution | 4.7 | 4.5 | 4.8 | 4.8 | — | 4.8 |
Value for money | — | 4.0 | 4.6 | 4.8 | — | — |
Sold By | Amazon.com | POTS HOME | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Red Co Products (US Seller) | Amazon.com |
size | 12-Quart | 12 QT | 12 Quart | 12 Quart Pot | 4 qt - 20cm | 12 Quart |
capacity | 12 quarts | 12 quarts | 12 quarts | 12 quarts | 4 quarts | 12 quarts |
material | Steel | 18/10 Tri-Ply Whole Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Metal | Stainless Steel |
finish type | Mirror finish | 18/10 Tri Ply Stainless Steel | Polished | Brushed | Non-Stick | Polished |
oven safe | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
weight | 5.85 pounds | 7.85 pounds | 5.6 pounds | 3.96 pounds | 3.4 pounds | 5.6 pounds |
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Customers like the quality, size and heat of the cooking pot. For example, they mention it's durable, retains heat and heats up quickly. Customers are also impresseded with the ease of cleaning and appearance, saying it looks really good and shiny.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the cooking pot. They mention it has a good solid base, strong handles that don't get hot, and is durable. Some appreciate the heavy duty rivets. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...Handles are well placed, easy to grasp, and pour contents (like straining unwanted vegetables)...." Read more
"Wonderful soup pot for my big family. Easy clean up. Lid is good fit!" Read more
"Wish lid was see through but very nice pot for soups and such. Seems to be well made. Thick enough to hold heat for a good while." Read more
"...Super sturdy, but not too heavy. I love the look of the heavy duty rivets and I don't really understand why people gripe about them...." Read more
Customers like the size of the cooking pot. They say it's a good all-around size, perfect for pasta, chili, chicken, and dumplings. It also fits in kitchen cupboards and is a great size for large batch cooking. Customers also love the size and material of the pot, saying it has plenty of room to spare. They can fit 5 regular pint jars in it and 6 half pints, and the lid is able to fit snugly. Overall, customers are happy with the size, and recommend it to others.
"...It also fits in my kitchen cupboards. So far, so good. Big test will be meat marinara. We'll see...." Read more
"Wonderful soup pot for my big family. Easy clean up. Lid is good fit!" Read more
"...I found it for ~$100. It's shorter and wider, which makes it easier to cook in. I felt like I was constantly reaching over the top of this pot...." Read more
"...weight pot with a thick solid bottom which is perfect for making large amounts of liquid foods such as soups, chilis or hot chocolate...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the heat retention of the cooking pot. They mention that it retains heat evenly and well, and it heats up quickly. The heavy stainless steel construction helps to retain heat in the pot rather than sending it out into the room.
"...Made some chicken/noodle soup and there was absolutely no burning or noodles sticking to the bottom. It also fits in my kitchen cupboards...." Read more
"...Seems to be well made. Thick enough to hold heat for a good while." Read more
"...This pot distributed the heat excellently. No burning or scorching...." Read more
"...Looks pretty on the stove. Has a great warranty. The handles are sturdy and don't get too hot unless you have the fire up too high...." Read more
Customers like how easy it is to clean the cooking pot. They say it heats up fast and cleans up to like new. Some customers also mention that no residue remained.
"...Easy to clean but don't use abrasives. Hot, soapy water and one of those scraping pads safe for teflon to maintain shine without "scars"...." Read more
"Wonderful soup pot for my big family. Easy clean up. Lid is good fit!" Read more
"...LolIt heats up great. Cleans easily. Looks pretty on the stove. Has a great warranty...." Read more
"...Cleans like a dream, and looks great in my newly remodeled kitchen.I'd highly recommend it, esp...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the cooking pot. They mention that it looks really good, has a mirror-finish outer, and glimmering inner. The finish is nice and shiny, and it can take some abuse. The size and shape are great, and the design is good value for money. The lid is nice, and holds up great.
"...LolIt heats up great. Cleans easily. Looks pretty on the stove. Has a great warranty...." Read more
"...The bottom is thick enough to heat evenly on a gas stove. The lid is nice. The sides are thin...." Read more
"...1. The finish was nice and shiny.2. It was a lot lighter than I expected given it's size.3...." Read more
"...Cleans like a dream, and looks great in my newly remodeled kitchen.I'd highly recommend it, esp...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the value of the cooking pot. They mention it's some of the best stainless for the money, and it will never shatter. Some are also impressed with the quality for the price, and say it'll be a great buy.
"These cost a little more than I usually spend on pots but totally worth it!" Read more
"...Nothing is better for the price (esp. if you shop, as I did, on Amazon.)..." Read more
"This pot is great. It's relatively inexpensive, it feels solid and well made, and it's a great size for boiling pasta...." Read more
"...This is a great pot for the price and I don't believe it suffers any disadvantage either in performance or looks over the $300 AllClad or similar...." Read more
Customers like the weight of the cooking pot. They say it has a thick solid bottom, and is not too heavy to carry. Some say the bottom of the pot is heavy, but it's not unwieldy. Overall, most are satisfied with the weight and size of the product.
"...This pot is EXCELLENT. Super sturdy, but not too heavy...." Read more
"...The key to all this was the light weight pot with a thick solid bottom which is perfect for making large amounts of liquid foods such as soups,..." Read more
"...This is a sturdy, not to thin walled, not too heavy, and will last a lifetime stockpot...." Read more
"...1. The finish was nice and shiny.2. It was a lot lighter than I expected given it's size.3...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the thickness of the cooking pot. Some customers like the solid construction and thick bottom, while others say the walls are very thin.
"...This is a sturdy, not to thin walled, not too heavy, and will last a lifetime stockpot...." Read more
"...The lid is nice. The sides are thin.I would like to have a stockpot that's a little heavier and has thicker sides...." Read more
"...The bottom is nice and thick which prevents food from burning, and the handles and construction is very solid." Read more
"...4. It fit my burner perfectly with no overhang.5. The walls were awful thin at 1mm and not magnetic but has a thick bottom that is..." Read more
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I have large (tall) crockpots for soups, stews, or spaghetti sauce including an All Clad but I wanted something smaller and definitely wider to allow for easier degreasing as it's a bit difficult with the tall ones because they're narrower not allowing an easy degrease.
Also, not everybody has 12 quart pots. 6, 8, 10, or larger. But 12 was a bit difficult to find. So I checked around price-wise and found Amazon to be the cheapest for the same, new, stockpot and purchased it.
So far, I haven't been disappointed. Made some chicken/noodle soup and there was absolutely no burning or noodles sticking to the bottom. It also fits in my kitchen cupboards. So far, so good. Big test will be meat marinara. We'll see. I would definitely recommend that the heat be turned down over what you might be used to.
Handles are well placed, easy to grasp, and pour contents (like straining unwanted vegetables). Use potholders when it holds hot contents.
Easy to clean but don't use abrasives. Hot, soapy water and one of those scraping pads safe for teflon to maintain shine without "scars". IF anything sticks to the bottom, empty, add a bunch of water, and heat on low for 8 hours or so. If the problem persists, continue to heat in hot water but so far, everything's cool with this one. Just remember to turn the cooking heat down as compared to what you might have. After that, adjust to your preferences.
For the price and what I was looking for, this one's good.
It heats up great. Cleans easily. Looks pretty on the stove. Has a great warranty. The handles are sturdy and don't get too hot unless you have the fire up too high. And of course use a pot holder for the lid. Duh
Love it. Sturdy, well made and safe to cook on.
The bottom has the aluminum core for even heating and the entire thing is a heavy gauge stainless for safe health and durability. So far, so good!
If you find you're getting burn marks or that the handles are getting too hot, turn down the heat. The aluminum core will evenly distribute the heat and using high heat only hurts the performance. It's right in the instructions: low to middle heat ONLY.
We wash it in the dishwasher too. No problems. Love it. Expect to have it the rest of our lives.
I would like to have a stockpot that's a little heavier and has thicker sides. If I were doing this again I'd spend more money for a heavier pot. I'm giving it 4 stars for the quality relative to the price. If you want a nicer stock pot, you can pay more and get one. While I'd like a nicer pot, this one serves my needs.
Updated May, 2013: I still like this pot for the money, but have upgraded to the Cusinart Pro multi-clad stock pot. I found it for ~$100. It's shorter and wider, which makes it easier to cook in. I felt like I was constantly reaching over the top of this pot. The extra width of the multi-clad pot makes stirring and browning easier. If you can stretch your budget, the mult-clad pro is a much nicer pot.