Take your cooking to the next level with Emeril's Pro Clad cookware. Made to please the most demanding cooks, this collection features a professional tri-ply bonded stainless steel and aluminum construction with an easy to clean, high polished stainless finish. The wide ergonomically designed handle rests comfortably in your hand for ultimate leverage and control. The pans also feature a top-notch rim that keeps spills and drips to a minimum, thanks to a lip designed specifically for mess-free pouring. The Pro Clad cookware is oven safe up to 550F. and has tempered glass lids to monitor cooking progress. The glass lids are oven safe up to 350F. The 10-piece set includes the following: 10-inch fry pan, 1.5-quart sauce pan, 2.5-quart sauce pan, 3-quart saute pan, 6-quart dutch oven, steamer insert and 4 lids.
- 10-inch fry pan, 1-1/2-quart covered sauce pan, 2-1/2-quart covered sauce pan, 3-quart covered saute pan, 6-quart covered Dutch oven, and steamer insert
- Thick aluminum core bonded between 2 layers of stainless steel for fast, even heating
- Wide, ergonomically designed handles permanently attached with stainless-steel rivets
- Tempered-glass lids hold in heat and moisture and make it easy to check on food at a glance
- Oven-safe up to 550 degrees F; limited lifetime warranty; dishwasher-safe
2010-08-25
By Jeff Deutsch (Jamaica Plain, MA United States)
I'd easily give 5 stars if it had a a 2 instead of 2.5 qt, and if a 4 qt were available in the line (even at additional cost). This is the first set of pots and pans that I've bought myself. I did a ton of research, and ultimately decided on this set over the less expensive Emerilware set (with copper bottoms) and over the similarly-priced Calphalon line, that was made to compete directly with this line. After nearly a year, I still absolutely love them. They've held up beautifully, are sturdy, cook well and evenly, and still look more or less brand new inside and out.
Why I chose, and recommend this set:
1. Overall quality and sturdiness.
I was told that All-Clad (who makes this set) is a bit sturdier than Calphalon (in particular with regard to the riveting of the handles). Don't know if that's true, but these are absolutely sturdy pots and pans. Good weight, thick metal, and a good feel. They've held up beautifully.
2. Stainless.
I did not want non-stick, in particular with the health concerns, or cast-iron. I have to admit, I like the aesthetic too. If this is a consideration for you, note that these continue to look beautiful if you take care of them.
3. Tri-ply core throughout.
Note the less expensive set only has a copper BOTTOM. This means they won't heat as evenly, and are a bit more cheaply-made. The heat won't be as strong along the sides, which is a factor for your deep pots when heating sauces, and for the skillet. This is a good, high-quality set.
4. HANDLES - Don't underestimate this. I was considering the Calphalon set, but when I picked them up, the curved handle they have did not feel as good as the straight handle on these Emerilwares. This may be personal preference, but I strongly recommend holding both to see which you prefer. They have very different feels, and for me, the Calphalons' curved handle felt quite a bit less stable, almost as though when pouring it could turn in my hand, and even as though my hand might cramp or struggle to keep it steady. These Emerils have a great, solid handle that's very comfortable ergonomically. I love the feel.
5. Glass tops.
Yes, I DO want to see when my sauces are bubbling, and when I need to turn the heat up or down.
6. Price.
I just could not afford to spend 600, 700, 800, 1,000+ on pots and pans. Yet I did not want a cheap set that would not last, felt flimsy, or didn't cook well or evenly. This price point seemed like the perfect match, after tons of research. They're good quality, but not outrageously expensive.
7. Aesthetic.
Again the stainless. Cleans up easily. I recommend Bartender's Friend after soap and water. Quick and easy, and they shine. I read/heard one or two people say they had problems with stains or discoloration. I experienced what I suspect they're referring to only once, after I'd cooked on a fairly high heat, and even then, with Bartender's Friend and a little elbow grease, they shined up like new. If you experience this, cook on a slightly lower heat. I've been told you shouldn't cook on high with stainless which conducts heat better than non-stick. Since turning the heat down, I haven't seen this happen again.
Only drawback(s):
1. There's no 4 Qt. pot. I may pick up the Emerilware copper-bottom pot for this.
2. There's a 2.5 Qt instead of 2 qt. Not a big deal. But, it's close in size to the 3 qt. In a perfect world, I'd have a 1, 2, 3, and 4 qt. Instead, this has a 1, 2.5, and 3. Again, this wasn't a deal-breaker.
3. Emerilware logo: Not a big fan of big logos, but it doesn't bother me. However, if you use Bartender's Friend directly on the logo, I found it bleaches it to a lighter color. This could be good or bad, depending on your perspective.
Overall, this is a fantastic set, and if you're looking in the price range for stainless, I can't imagine you'd be unhappy. I can't recommend these pots and pans highly enough. Again, 5 stars if it had a 2 qt and if a 4 qt were available in the line.
2010-07-05
By Shores (M Town)
I am so glad I bought this set. They are the best. Easy to handle, heat up very nicely. Just make sure you have Bar Keepers Friend to clean them with. That will keep the set looking like new.
2010-06-10
By D. C. Foster (Burbank, California, USA)
Only a couple of weeks of ownership, but very nice so far; even with the learning-curve transition to stainless steel. Just cook with a little less heat and a little more oil, as is suggested in the literature that packs with the set. Product itself is sturdy and well-built; though the metal on the lids is a bit thin. Ours actually was bent in places upon arrival; though nothing we couldn't bend back into position. Overall, a comparatively good set of cookware in the price category.
2010-06-01
By W. Algee (Tx)
I have studied and looked at many products for good cookware. And the best that I found was out of what I could afford, at the monment. However,I looked at Emeril Pro-Clad series cookware, and found a suitable replacement. The cookware cooks and performs well. Made by what I consider the best cookware company out there, All-Clad;the Emeril Pro-Clad series works well. I don't normally write reviews, but I felt it necessary to get the word out for seekers wanting great quality cookware for less. I give it four stars because of the limitation of tempature, that the lids can handle,in the oven, if you choose to finish off a meal in the oven. The amount of extras that are avalible at this time, if I wanted to expand the set. I plan to buy all that's avaliale in Pro-Clad series style. Do read the instructions on how to use the product. Treat them like high quality cookware and it should last a very long time.
2010-05-04
By S. Lewis (New York, New York)
It was a joy cooking my first meal in these pots and pans! I made sauce and pasta to break them in. I followed the directions and kept the heat on low the entire time. My sauce simmered until perfectly cooked. I didn't have to worry about watching my sauce like a hawk since the pan kept the heat even and steady. I also cooked egg white omlettes which used to stick to my previous pans (which were teflon coated by the way!). The egg whites didn't stick! In fact, nothing has been sticking! I just followed the directions that came with the box and everything turns out great. They are gorgeous too! When I took them out of the box I swooned with joy! I still look at them with admiration. So shiny and beautiful! The best investment I EVER made. BTW Bed Bath and Beyond sells this same item for $199.00 so if you have one nearby it's worth the trip to save on shipping. I had a coupon for 20% off so it made the deal THAT much sweeter!
