Curious if I can use this 10 quart sauce pan as a 'substitute' for a braising pan? I like the 10 quart capacity, and it has a lid. Any ideas?
928857
It is a great sauce pan, and I use it all the time. But I would not substitute it for a braising pan.
928858
I have used it to make beef stew. It has a nice, heavy bottom and does a good job browning meat. I especially like it for pasta since it has a handle.
928859
Yes, this is a good gauge steel pan, with a steel handle. Oven safe and a good depth.
928860
Mine has a heavy triple layer bottom with an aluminum layer the middle. It takes a high heat very well. No warping. I keep it clean clean with a Scotch Bright green pad, as suggested by some lady on the internet. She says stainless steel is the best. Al. is definitely no good. I tried that. Enameled cast iron chips.
928861
I have the 3-qt pan, and it is heavy duty. (I initially bought it to pop corn on the stovetop but found it too heavy, for me, to do that. It's now my go-to pot for soups requiring an immersion blender.) I've never used it for braising, but because it's so well constructed, it could be used for that.
928862
We have not used it in this manner so we really don't know but suspect it might be too deep to easily turn the meat.
928863
You can braise in it, but if you don't have a braising pan, buy a braising pan. You will likely get more alternate use from it than from a 10 qt. sauce pan. When full, this pan will weigh around 28 lb. and if you need to move it, that's 28 lb. at the end of a handle. You'll likely need help. Still, if you're a soup lover, or make stocks in large quantities, or chili for the masses, the pans in this line are very nice- good values. So, I hope that is of some help to you in making your decision.
1577863
I don't have the smaller sauce pan. Probably best to go for the 12 inch one. You know what they say, bigger is always better.
44658
Hi, I have a 3 quart All clad copper core. Yes the top part is the cover of the double boiler and the sauce pan has a cover as well. Since I bought, I have been making chocolate truffles. Also it is good for egg's benedict hollandaise sauce, it is just perfect.
1652162
As others have mentioned, you can braise in this pot, but the braisers are more shallow and have domed lids to allow more moisture to accumulate and drip back onto the food. This pot is more versatile. If using it for braising, don't be tempted to use too much liquid.
799802
This is a one quart pot with lid. It can obviously hold one quart, but this will leave little space for 'boiling'. Depending on the volume of your can of soup, it would be adequate if you avoid overheating and stir often.
513786
According to the website only the 10 quart model can be used for pressure canning and this is the 8 quart model. http://www.fagoramerica.com/cookware/pressure_cookers/splendid_line/splendid
767866
Yes! I've made many sauces and stews in this pot. The tri-ply construction is in the bottom AND up the sides of the pan so you get a good consistent heat like all clad without the price tag. Good luck!
1778681
The lids for sauté pan, dutch oven & stock pot are same size and interchangable. Any of them also fit 10" skillet perfectly. Sauce pan lid is smaller, it drops down inside 8" skillet. But you CAN put the larger lids on 8" skillet, they center perfectly, sit flat, and are stable. Of course they won't seal as tightly though...
2201239
I'm not sure. The 6 quart had high and low, I cooked on low. Although I switched to high for an hour or so. My pot was filled to the top with broth and veggies as well and I was home to watch it since it was my first recipe in this. I followed a recipe from allrecipes.com. Sorry I can't be of more help. Good luck.
248095
The weight of the lid is more than adequate for sealing purposes. This is my "go yo" vessel for braising, soups, etc. Like most braising pots, it does not have a lock down capacity. (e.g. pressure cooker) This pot functions as well as the more expensive Le Creuset pots I've used.
1235180
Yes you can use this as a double boiler or as a saucepan with lid only! It is two uses for one item! Hope this helps!
1955745
The saucepan lid fits well on the smaller skillet; however, the larger lid (for the stock pot) does not fit the larger skillet. I discovered this recently when making a one-dish meal in the larger skillet that required covering and simmering. I had to improvise. Not sure if the skillet lid is available in open stock...that's my next idea.
342636
Yes, in a small sauce pan however in my opinion, the frying mechanisms doesn't get hot enough for me. I ended up having to throw out my unit within three months of purchase. Theunit burned out from normal, daily usage. It was cute while it lasted. I will never buy another one. Perhaps you will have better luck. Good luck and enjoy!
1097511
yes, this would most likely hold 10-12 quarts. I have 2 of these pots and use them for everything from chili, to spaghetti sauce, bake my beef and pork roasts in it too. The best pans ever.
1133188
The cooking surface is 6.25" x 6.25". My 8" skillet fits perfectly. Ditto for the 2qt saucepan I use. I don't think anything larger than the footprint of a 10" skillet would be feasible. Anything with the footprint of an 8" skillet or smaller would be the way to go/ideal.
790359
Ok, I just measured the exterior of the pot and it is about 12-3/4" without the lid. On the inside from the bottom to the rim the lid sits on it is 10". As I understand you are concerned about being able to water bath can quarts in this piece of equipment, so that is what I will address here. I placed a quart jar in the bottom of the Victorio Dual - Use Steamer and I measured from the top of the jar 2-3/4' to the rim area where the lid fits. So, as you see you may use this as a traditional water bath canner, and I have used mine this way because I forgot I could use it the other way. What other way you say, the great thing about this piece of canning equipment is that you are not required to cover the jars with two inches of water. Yep, you do not have to fill it over the top of the jars. I can't tell you exactly the amount of water, but it is in the instruction booklet. It is about the same amount of water you would put in a pressure canner, that is why this thing is so wonderful, you could water bath can 1/2 gallon jars of tomato juice in this thing. The 1/2 gallon jars fit in the canner and you have enough space at the top to cover the top of the jar when it is boiling but not 2 inches worth, but why would you want to waste the water. Speaking of wasting water, if you needed to save water consumption this thing would be very valuable in canning. You can also cook up a load of whole chickens in this thing too. The lid has a steam gauge on the top and you just look to see that your steam is at the proper level, and then begin to time based on the Ball Book for canning or USDA website. I love this thing. Key word in this is Dual..maybe it should say, triple use.
1163498
I saw that too, and it does, technically, fit, but it sits on top, not into the saucepan as I would expect... is that okay? I'm wondering if that even WORKS?