Has anyone used this bowl with a saucepan as a double boiler?
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No, I have never used Pyrex as a double boiler. I usually melt chocolate in my microwave, checking and stirring every 20 seconds and that works for me. I am sure some items definitely require a double boiler but not for what I need. Sorry.
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I would NOT recommend using this dish on the stove top .....it is intended for baking purposes....and does a wonderful job!!! I use glassware almost exclusively on my ceramic stove top and oven [Vision for example]....and I have a Pyrex double boiler that is over 20 years old, and has a small metal ring that goes underneath, and has served me faithfully........glass is WONDERFUL to cook with......but always check the labels for specifics!!!!!!! CJD
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My guess is that the pictures are incorrect. I have three sizes of All-Clad saucepans, and only the largest (4 quart) has a helper handle, so it's possible there is a picture of the 4-quart pot mixed in. This product, which is the 2-quart saucepan with the ceramic double boiler insert, has NO helper handle on either the pan itself or the insert. There is another All-Clad double boiler insert that is stainless steel, NOT ceramic, which can fit both the 3- and 4-quart saucepans but I strongly recommend this one with the ceramic insert, because it has superb heat control. This is the best double boiler I've ever used.
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Yes, but I wouldn't call it heavy gauge (sorry, Robin!). it's not designed for cooking directly on a burner. I suspect things would burn on quickly. The bottom of the all-stainless pan is thin, so that it can function as a double-boiler (heat from boiling water in the base passes through the thinner bottom of the top pan to cook what's inside). All double-boilers are designed this way (thinner bottom on the top pan). The base pan, which is black and Teflon-lined, is definitely heavier and made for cooking on a stove top. The glass cover is nice for checking progress. I've had several double boilers in 60 years of cooking, and this one is the largest and the nicest. I got it for the extra capacity. Yes, but I wouldn't call it heavy gauge (sorry, Robin!). it's not designed for cooking directly on a burner. I suspect things would burn on quickly. The bottom of the all-stainless pan is thin, so that it can function as a double-boiler (heat from boiling water in the base passes through the thinner bottom of the top pan to cook what's inside). All double-boilers are designed this way (thinner bottom on the top pan). The base pan, which is black and Teflon-lined, is definitely heavier and made for cooking on a stove top. The glass cover is nice for checking progress. I've had several double... » Read More Yes, but I wouldn't call it heavy gauge (sorry, Robin!). it's not designed for cooking directly on a burner. I suspect things would burn on quickly. The bottom of the all-stainless pan is thin, so that it can function as a double-boiler (heat from boiling water in the base passes through the thinner bottom of the top pan to cook what's inside). All double-boilers are designed this way (thinner bottom on the top pan). The base pan, which is black and Teflon-lined, is definitely heavier and made for cooking on a stove top. The glass cover is nice for checking progress. I've had several double boilers in 60 years of cooking, and this one is the largest and the nicest. I got it for the extra capacity. « Show Less
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Actually it is the entire double boiler as you see above. The bottom is 2 qt. and is sized for the ceramic insert. You can certainly use the bottom as a saucepan separately and the lid fits the bottom also. So it is really 2 pots in one! This piece is worth every cent you spend on it. I used mine tonight to melt chocolate and butter for brownies. No concerns about burning it. Great also for Hollandaise sauce. If you want a high quality double boiler, this is it. it will last a lifetime plus if treated with care. I hemmed and hawed about spending so much on it, but from the first time I used it I was happy with my purchase. Like I mentioned I used it tonight and told my husband how great it is.
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It's really not the right shape. A dish pan would work much better for that purpose. Likely this bowl would tip over if used for that purpose.
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Yes, I have done this. I sat it inside a larger pan to catch the drippings.
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Wouldn't recommend it. This is definitely more suited as a prep bowl. It will get too hot to really use as an adequate soup server and depending on how much soup you are serving, (you mention 8 people), it just may not be large enough for your needs. Amazon has some really great, inexpensive serving bowls that will work much better.
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No instructions included, but that is exactly what I do. I use a double boiler. Check pinterest for recipes and directions.
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Yes. I have an induction stove top, and the lower pot acts like any other steel pot. I have not tried using the upper pot as a standalone saucepan.
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I was just using my dish tonight (love it, by the way). I guess you could put a glass bowl in. I just tried putting in my second largest Pyrex stacking bowl and it fit with room to spare. The half inch of extra space might impact the heating ability, though. The largest Pyrex bowl was too big.
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Yes the top section has a flat bottom, and each part of the double boiler can be used as separate pots.
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Yes, I've used it to make whipped cream, additionally there is a stainless steel bowl available (not inexpensive).
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It would work to make a double-boiler with a glass bowl, but it is taller and narrower than the pot I use for that purpose. I use a dutch oven and a large stainless steel bowl to melt chocolate. If you've got a medium glass bowl, it will be fine. I use this pot to heat up soup, milk for cocoa, cream when I am making caramel candies, etc.
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I haven't tried it but if it was something I needed to do regularly, I would risk one bowl to find out. I really think you could but can't promise. I guess I haven't put anything super hot in them, maybe cereal and hot soup. I definitely wouldn't put anything hotter than boiling water, 212 F, though.
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Hello. I honestly have never tried. I do steam rice in it and it turns out wonderful. Sorry I could not be more helpful.
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I use an electric mixer in this bowl all the time...............no problems doing it.