Product Description
Cuisinart 77-412 Chef's Classic Stainless Steel 12 Qt. Pasta/Steamer Set (4-Pc.)Simmer that crowd-size batch of three-alarm chili or boil up enough spaghetti to feed the whole block in this 12-quart Cuisinart Chef's Classic stockpot. Made of professional quality 18/10 stainless steel that won't react with acidic foods, the pot features solid cast stainless-steel handles, a tight-fitting lid, drip-free rim, and a mirror finish that retains its brightness through dishwasher, freezer, broiler, and oven use up to 550 degrees Fahrenheit. For even, conductive heating, an aluminum disk is encapsulated between two layers of stainless steel in the base. The stockpot measures 9 inches high and 11 inches in diameter; 14-1/2 inches including handles.
What makes this four-piece set special is its versatility. Included is a deep pasta insert, so you can lift out and drain your cooked pasta all in one fell swoop, without needing a colander; and a steamer basket that sits in the top portion of the pot and allows you to steam broccoli, shrimp, pot stickers, and all kinds of healthy, fat-free foods. The pasta insert and pot have the same riveted stainless-steel handles, while the basket features a swinging handle that tucks out of the way when the lid is on top. Every piece is dishwasher-safe. Cuisinart covers the pot set with a limited lifetime warranty. --Ann Bieri
What's in the Box
Stockpot set. The set consists of: 12-quart stockpot; lid; pasta insert; steamer basket insert. 4 pieces total.
Technical Details
2010-07-26
By Debra Adams (Alabama)
Was looking for a pot to replace an old pasta cooker I had been using for years to blanch peas and beans before freezing. This is PERFECT!!!!!! Water quickly comes to a boil and the strainer makes easy work of blanching and cooling down the peas. Also the insert almost reaches the bottom of the pot ...so you can blanch 2-3 times more than in a conventional enameled alum. pan that I had been using. A MUST HAVE for anyone that is putting up peas or beans for the winter.
2010-07-26
By Ron Bowen
This is a well made pasta steamer. I had bought a cheaper brand and it was badly made. This one you can see instantly how well made it is. And of course its a Cuisinart so you know it is well worth it.
2010-07-16
By Chappy
Very usefull. Easy to clean. Great for steaming corn on the cob and pasta for a crowd. Excellent quality.
2010-06-24
By Yossarian (Hagerstown, Maryland United States)
I tend to make large quantities of soups and stews so a well made 12 quart pot comes in handy. The Pasta/Steamer insert makes cooking pasta or steaming a large batch of vegetables a snap, too. Cuisinart knows cooking so you can't go wrong with any of their stuff.
2010-05-06
By B. Labat
This is not the thickest of pots, but it is nice and works well. I actually get better pasta results now. I have expensive commercial pots and pans other than this one, and for the money, this is a great value.
Cuisinart 77-412 Chef's Classic Stainless Steel 12 Qt. Pasta/Steamer Set (4-Pc.)Simmer that crowd-size batch of three-alarm chili or boil up enough spaghetti to feed the whole block in this 12-quart Cuisinart Chef's Classic stockpot. Made of professional quality 18/10 stainless steel that won't react with acidic foods, the pot features solid cast stainless-steel handles, a tight-fitting lid, drip-free rim, and a mirror finish that retains its brightness through dishwasher, freezer, broiler, and oven use up to 550 degrees Fahrenheit. For even, conductive heating, an aluminum disk is encapsulated between two layers of stainless steel in the base. The stockpot measures 9 inches high and 11 inches in diameter; 14-1/2 inches including handles.
What makes this four-piece set special is its versatility. Included is a deep pasta insert, so you can lift out and drain your cooked pasta all in one fell swoop, without needing a colander; and a steamer basket that sits in the top portion of the pot and allows you to steam broccoli, shrimp, pot stickers, and all kinds of healthy, fat-free foods. The pasta insert and pot have the same riveted stainless-steel handles, while the basket features a swinging handle that tucks out of the way when the lid is on top. Every piece is dishwasher-safe. Cuisinart covers the pot set with a limited lifetime warranty. --Ann Bieri
What's in the Box
Stockpot set. The set consists of: 12-quart stockpot; lid; pasta insert; steamer basket insert. 4 pieces total.
Technical Details
- Set includes: 12-quart stockpot; pasta insert; steamer basket; and lid, all constructed of mirror finish 18/10 stainless steel
- Encapsulated aluminum pot bottom eliminates hotspots and ensures even heating
- Solid 18/10 stainless-steel handles stay cool on stovetop and are riveted for strength
- Tight-fitting 18/10 stainless-steel lid seals in nutrients; oven-safe to 550 degrees F
- Dishwasher-safe; limited lifetime warranty
2010-07-26
By Debra Adams (Alabama)
Was looking for a pot to replace an old pasta cooker I had been using for years to blanch peas and beans before freezing. This is PERFECT!!!!!! Water quickly comes to a boil and the strainer makes easy work of blanching and cooling down the peas. Also the insert almost reaches the bottom of the pot ...so you can blanch 2-3 times more than in a conventional enameled alum. pan that I had been using. A MUST HAVE for anyone that is putting up peas or beans for the winter.
2010-07-26
By Ron Bowen
This is a well made pasta steamer. I had bought a cheaper brand and it was badly made. This one you can see instantly how well made it is. And of course its a Cuisinart so you know it is well worth it.
2010-07-16
By Chappy
Very usefull. Easy to clean. Great for steaming corn on the cob and pasta for a crowd. Excellent quality.
2010-06-24
By Yossarian (Hagerstown, Maryland United States)
I tend to make large quantities of soups and stews so a well made 12 quart pot comes in handy. The Pasta/Steamer insert makes cooking pasta or steaming a large batch of vegetables a snap, too. Cuisinart knows cooking so you can't go wrong with any of their stuff.
2010-05-06
By B. Labat
This is not the thickest of pots, but it is nice and works well. I actually get better pasta results now. I have expensive commercial pots and pans other than this one, and for the money, this is a great value.
