An excellent introduction to NordicWare's Restaurant cookware line, this 7-piece set offers discerning home chefs the same top quality found in commercial kitchens. The set includes a 10-inch open skillet, 1-1/2- and 3-quart saucepans with lids, and an 8-quart lidded stockpot. Made from six-gauge pressure-cast aluminum, the sturdy metal spreads heat quickly and uniformly without damaging hot spots (an annoying problem with inferior materials), and the dark interior absorbs heat for faster browning and shorter cooking times. A quality nonstick finish effortlessly releases food and cleans easily by hand or in the dishwasher. Another plus for demanding kitchens: The heavy-gauge metal resists dents and scratching, and a concave bottom eliminates warping--so go ahead and put it to work! Perfect for kitchen tasks great and small, all pieces feature extra-deep sides for greater capacity and reduced splatters and spills. The riveted handles have an extended reach and go safely into the ov...
List Price: $280.00
Amazon Price: $146.58
Customer Review: Disappointed
This set was disappointing. Both saucepans and the skillet were badly damaged, as if the box were dropped on end from the top of a building. The stock pot and lids are lightweight, flimsier than I expected. And because all of them were to some degree oval instead of round, none of the lids fit properly. Several of the pots and lids also had minor cosmetic flaws in finish and/or small scratches. This seemed like a set of "seconds" quality, and since I wasn't willing to risk another set in the same condition, sent them back for a refund. Overall, I decided that it would be better to go shopping in a store where I could check the set for flaws or damage, pick them up, see how they feel. For the money, not such a great deal.
Customer Review: Amazing Set of Pans
We were shopping for a good set of cookware for a good price. The problem is that reasonably priced sets tend to be junk and/or have some lid gimmick making them impossible to clean. They also tend to have some weird size saucepan or tiny stockpot that forces you to spend more money and your stuck with a piece you don't need. This Nordicware set is the ultimate minimalist set. Only the things you need, perfectly constructed. The pans are thick aluminum and super-slick. We have experienced no warping or flaking non-stick. We even abuse these pans by putting them in the diswasher. The rubber handle covering can be slid off for placement in the oven. I couldn't find anything indicating the oven-safe temperature, but my guess is 350F is safe. The only complaint I could come up with is he lack of a 12" skillet. Fortunately, I already have a nice skillet and no need for a second. It looks like the price has shot-up since I purchased this set....
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