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Cuisinart Chef's Classic Nonstick Hard-Anodized 17-Piece Cookware Set

Cuisinart Chef's Classic Nonstick Hard-Anodized 17-Piece Cookware Set

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Brand: Cuisinart

List Price: $670.00
Buy New: $249.00
You Save: $421.00 (63%)



Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars 37 reviews

Color: Steel
Shipping Weight (lbs): 40.6
Dimensions (in): 26 x 13.8 x 14
Legal Disclaimer: Sale Ends: 05-18-2008. You may return or exchange merchandise purchased from Macy's @ Amazon by mail only. Certain items are covered by warranty as indicated. To obtain a copy of the warranty prior to purchase, please write to: macys.com Customer Service Dept.; P.O. Box 8215; Mason, OH 45040; Small Ticket Department-Warranty;

MPN: 66-17
Model: 66-17
UPC: 086279013781
EAN: 0086279013781
ASIN: B000C239I6

Shipping: Eligible for Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours

Features:
  • Set includes: 1-1/2-, 2-, and 3-quart covered saucepans; 8- and 10-inch open skillets; 12-inch covered skillet; 4-quart covered saut ; 9-quart covered stockpot; 7-3/4-inch covered steamer insert; 9-1/2-inch pasta insert
  • Hard-anodized aluminum construction with an aluminum core
  • Quantanium nonstick finish internally reinforced with titanium
  • Riveted stainless-steel handles; break-resistant glass lids
  • Oven-safe to 500 degrees F; wash by hand; limited lifetime warranty

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Editorial Reviews:

Amazon.com Review
From Cuisinart's Chef's Classic series comes this handsome, durable cookware with triple-layer construction. The exterior is hard-anodized aluminum, which is even stronger than stainless steel, with an encapsulated pure aluminum core for quick, even heating. The interiors of the pots and pans feature Cuisinart's Quantanium nonstick finish, a high-quality, long-lasting finish internally reinforced with titanium. Little oil or butter is needed when cooking on this ultra-smooth surface, and low to medium heat is recommended, along with non-metal utensils. All the lids are break-resistant glass, and handles are pure stainless steel, riveted for strength. Every piece is oven-safe to 500 degrees F.

Cuisinart puts together all the most commonly used pots and pans in this comprehensive 17-piece set. Three covered saucepans hold 1-1/2, 2, and 3 quarts, perfect for those everyday tasks such as warming soup, cooking rice, or steaming vegetables. The 8- and 10-inch skillets slide out perfect French toast and pancakes, not to mention eggs over easy with bacon. Use the covered 12-inch skillet or 4-quart covered sauté pan, both with helper handles, for stir-fried vegetables, sautéed seafood, or braised beef. The covered 9-quart stockpot is perfect for big batches of chili and hearty soups. Two bonus items are the all-purpose covered steamer and deeper pasta insert that fit the stockpot and do away with having to use a colander for draining. Cleanup is easy, just a quick wash by hand takes care of any food residue. Nonstick, hard-anodized cookware is best kept out of the dishwasher. Cuisinart covers this gift-worthy cookware set with a limited lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects. --Ann Bieri

What's in the Box
17-piece cookware set. The set consists of: 1-1/2-quart covered saucepan; 2-quart covered saucepan; 3-quart covered saucepan; 8-inch skillet; 10-inch skillet; 12-inch covered skillet; 4-quart covered sauté pan; 9-quart covered stockpot; 7-3/4-inch covered steamer insert; 9-1/2-inch pasta insert. 17 pieces total.

Product Description
When it comes to cooking, you'll never be caught empty-handed with this complete set of classic nonstick cookware. 17-pieces with brilliant mirror-polished exteriors feature Quantanium nonstick surfaces, reinforced with titanium to ensure lasting food release and easy, hassle-free clean-up. Aluminum encapsulated bases heat quickly and evenly, cooking food to perfection. Cool Grip(tm) riveted handles and drip-free rims guarantee safe and easy handling. Limited lifetime warranty.


Customer Reviews:   Read 5 more reviews...

5 out of 5 stars Great value and excellent product!   July 25, 2008
Mom of 3 (New York)
I researched a lot of different sets before I decided on this one and I love it! I've had it for about a month now and I've had no problems. The set, including lids, actually takes up LESS SPACE then the mishmash assortment of pots, pans, lids, steamers, colanders etc that were being replaced. The bin that I had been using to hold lids worked perfectly to hold the lids for the set.

As for cooking, I've found that the Hard Anondized Alum. conducts heat much faster then the SS set that I had been using previously. I've definately had to lower the heat settings that I use. I can now get water up to a boil in no time. I had almost been ready to call in a repair service because it used to take almost 15 minutes to get water to boil for pasta. Now, a bigger pot is at a boil in less than 5.

The clear lids are great! I can check on foods without losing any of the heat.



5 out of 5 stars I love this cookware   July 21, 2008
NY Krissy (Florida)
I really am happy with these pots and pans. Cuisinart is a very reputable brand so I was sure they would be great. They come with a lifetime guarantee if used properly. I shopped around for the anodized cookware and amount of pieces I got for the price was the best. Each pan has it's own lid, and the set even comes with a veggie steamer insert and a pasta insert.Other places and websites I checked has the same pans but not as many pieces and were more money. I also would let you know that the only thing someone might not even like are the lids are harder to store because you can't nest them with each other. I have a big bottom cabinet to store them so for me it's not a big deal. They should be hand washed, but are so easy to clean.You should also use plastic or wood utensils. Nothing sticks to them. I got rid of ALL my other pots and pans.


5 out of 5 stars Great Value!!!   May 3, 2008
Jason Storck (Wooster, OH)
This set is amazingly complete for the price. The pans heat very fast and wash clean, even if left in the sink for a day (not like anyone does that or anything . . .) The only complaint is that the pasta colander is a bit flimsy, but at this price, it could be tin foil, as it is essentially a freebee. I highly recommend this set.


2 out of 5 stars I am really disappointed   April 13, 2008
D. Jaquier (California)
7 out of 9 found this review helpful

I did a lot of research before buying a new set of cookware. I read tons of reviews and this one seemed to be the best. Not only were there good reviews but there seemed to be great features and shapes/sizes of pots & pans too. I even bought some additional separate pieces at a much higher price. Too bad for me.
My biggest issue is that the handles are very hard to hold. They are too slender and have a concave shape so that one cannot grip them easily and comfortably. This is especially problematic with the skillets or larger saucepans (bought separately). Secondly, they get VERY hot, very fast and things burn in seconds. They seem rather lightweight. I would prefer a heavier bottom. I think this add to the heating/burning issue. They seems to scratch easily even though I have been very careful with them. The non-stick feature is good and they are easy to clean. Lastly, the covered Saute Pan is too small. For me it is a waste. The saucepans are very shallow to the point of being almost unuseable for me.
Think twice before buying this cookware.



4 out of 5 stars Beautifully made - great value!   March 31, 2008
RV (Austin, TX)
Great balance and quality craftsmanship. The number of items in this set is also astounding. I don't know why it took me so long to toss my very old and sad looking Calphalon and upgrade to something so nice. I'm very happy with this purchase!