ATK recommends this colander, but I don't know which size. Is the 3 qt. big enough for most needs?
816882
I purchased the 3- and 5-quart, so I think BJ's answer is your best bet to determine which works for you. Since I have both, I reach for the one that fits and I'd have to say I use them about equally.
816883
We are a 2-person family, so 3 qts meets most of our needs. I'd suggest you pour 3 qts of water into a large bowl to visualize the capacity better.
816884
The 3 qt. is fine for up to 12 oz of pasta (and that is pushing it). Anything more you would need the larger size.
816885
The 3 qt. meets most of my needs. I like it because it also fits inside my 5 qt pan in a pinch and can serve as a steamer. I also have a larger colander that gets used primarily for large quantities of pasta for draining, but that's about the only time it gets used.
816886
This is the medium size. Big enough for most needs, but not all. If you're cooking pasta for 2 or even 4, you're probably fine. If you're cooking pasta for 8, get the big one. I have all three sizes and use this one 95 percent of the time.
816887
I have the 3 qt, and it is big enough to strain pasta for 4 to 5 servings, or 7 to 8 cups cooked pasta
957364
I have a glass top and I use the 21 qt pressure canner, it is slightly bigger than my large eye and it works perfectly. love it.
803842
Perfect..for cooking for 2 and sometimes3. Also, great for travel trailer.. I think an 18 qt tub is the right size. But will fit right down in with the lid laid to the side along with starter fluid, smoker chips and tongs. With a 30#laundry soap bucket for your charcoal (doubles as a side table to hold your drink) Easy and helps keep things clean �
1982297
The large colander is 9" tall and the small colander is 3" tall. The diameter is 10".
53007
Absolutely, Kathy! Further, it does a better job as a fine mesh colander, since no small particles get thru. I have a number of I DO utensils, and am very happy with all of them. Definitely quality products! And, Amazon is the very best firm on the internet to do business with!!! Sincerely, Phyllis (Bethalto, Il)
114751
I would suggest the 5.5 quart. I think I'm going to order one of those today. Good luck.
454439
Even though we do not use this product for the use it was intended looking at the colander itself I believe that it could handle small food of the nature. Hope that helped in some small way.
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I was investigating the same thing when I bought mine. As far as I know there are only two sizes, 2 qt. and a smaller qt. size. My mom has the smaller version and you can barely squeeze a decent serving for three people out of that one. My advice is get a 2 qt. machine. It's better built, the bowls are bigger, and thicker walled, and you can always make less. My Unit is the STAINLESS STEEL 2 qt. model number CIM-60PC, I don't know what the black model number is for the same size? You might try going on cuisinart.com and emailing them that question. I remember being confused about the lack of info on amazon when I bought this one, but I was after the stainless steel model. I was investigating the same thing when I bought mine. As far as I know there are only two sizes, 2 qt. and a smaller qt. size. My mom has the smaller version and you can barely squeeze a decent serving for three people out of that one. My advice is get a 2 qt. machine. It's better built, the bowls are bigger, and thicker walled, and you can always make less. My Unit is the STAINLESS STEEL 2 qt. model number CIM-60PC, I don't know what the black model number is for the same size? You might try going on cuisinart.com and emailing them that question. I remember being confused about the lack... » Read More I was investigating the same thing when I bought mine. As far as I know there are only two sizes, 2 qt. and a smaller qt. size. My mom has the smaller version and you can barely squeeze a decent serving for three people out of that one. My advice is get a 2 qt. machine. It's better built, the bowls are bigger, and thicker walled, and you can always make less. My Unit is the STAINLESS STEEL 2 qt. model number CIM-60PC, I don't know what the black model number is for the same size? You might try going on cuisinart.com and emailing them that question. I remember being confused about the lack of info on amazon when I bought this one, but I was after the stainless steel model. « Show Less
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It is about 27cm deep with a diameter of 35cm. It is the diameter which makes it difficult for me to use. However, if you preserve quarts, it is exactly the size you need.
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We own a 10 qt and bought the 12 in tote. We had room for a lid lifter, lid holder and recipes. So I would say if they would have something smaller it would work. What we done was measure the lid to make sure it would fit.
2005861
It is 4 1/4 quart and they also make larger models. I use mine for canning. There are lots of 1 qt. tea kettles if you just want a few cups.
1879832
No - too too big - it makes enough for a quart. In fact I use it to make my roosibos Tea. I use a smaller swiss one to make my coffee now. But the GSI is very durable of top quality.
1284465
I would think you could definitely sift over the largest if the three biwls. Of course I don't know how big your sifter is. Still. I think you would be happy with the bowls. I am.
267376
It depends a bit if you are considering using it for entertaining guests. However, if you cook for just two people, the smaller size is more than sufficient and the 7 quart will generally be much to large.
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I have been able to cook enough for 2 people in the 9 quart. It actually holds quite a bit in the 2 slots. Only draw back is tub depth which limits cooking like a whole chicken or such. If you are planning to cook large items then go with 11 qt. If you don't mind cutting things up then the 9 is OK.
2269108
I'd recommend something smaller than 3l I find that it takes up alot of space.
2007909
Unless storage space is an issue, I would go with the 8 quart. The extra space is always handy when cooking for larger crowds - and the large basket can be used to steam crab legs, etc.