Does this serve as a saucepan for boiling potatoes or rice?
2001524
You can cook anything in it....simply the best. Dont even hide it when clean, leave it on a stove...its got a very nice design to it
2001525
Just remember it has a very round shape and a small base area that would be in contact with a burner element on a stove. Anything with enamel you don't want to set the heat too high anyway... And cast iron really holds heat well. So you can use this on the stovetop but remember it's not really ideal for a fast boil process... more like slow cooking. So consider the needs of the recipe for cooking time etc. I really, really love mine. As other reviewers have pointed out... you can cook almost anything in it. Terrific for soups. But I do get out different pots if I want to cook something quickly. Hope this helps! Just remember it has a very round shape and a small base area that would be in contact with a burner element on a stove. Anything with enamel you don't want to set the heat too high anyway... And cast iron really holds heat well. So you can use this on the stovetop but remember it's not really ideal for a fast boil process... more like slow cooking. So consider the needs of the recipe for cooking time etc. I really, really love mine. As other reviewers have pointed out... you can cook almost anything in it. Terrific for soups. But I do get out different pots if I want to cook... » Read More Just remember it has a very round shape and a small base area that would be in contact with a burner element on a stove. Anything with enamel you don't want to set the heat too high anyway... And cast iron really holds heat well. So you can use this on the stovetop but remember it's not really ideal for a fast boil process... more like slow cooking. So consider the needs of the recipe for cooking time etc. I really, really love mine. As other reviewers have pointed out... you can cook almost anything in it. Terrific for soups. But I do get out different pots if I want to cook something quickly. Hope this helps! « Show Less
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Just remember it has a very round shape and a small base area that would be in contact with a burner element on a stove. Anything with enamel you don't want to set the heat too high anyway... And cast iron really holds heat well. So you can use this on the stovetop but remember it's not really ideal for a fast boil process... more like slow cooking. So consider the needs of the recipe for cooking time etc. I really, really love mine. As other reviewers have pointed out... you can cook almost anything in it. Terrific for soups. But I do get out different pots if I want to cook something quickly. Hope this helps!
1659307
I would say no, but you might get away with a rice dish. It's a clay pot so dry high heat probably isn't good for it, would just stick with soups or a braise.
430666
I have never done so, but I don't think the holes would be too large. You might lose a tiny amount rice, but not much, I wouldn't think. I would put the steamer in the pot first, then when the water comes to a boil, add the rice to the steamer. I don't know how long the process will take, however. The best rice I've ever had was made in a rice cooker. It wasn't mine, so I don't have a brand recommendation. Hope this helps. Jay
1079044
I keep a tea kettle full of boiling water, to humidify the air and make tea! It might be fine for stews and soup type things... but you would want to be a better cook than I am to cook a whole meal.
2220621
Yes and no. We use it to heat and keep warm canned corn, peas, vegies, meat balls, sauses etc. Ths way you don't need to keep all these items on a stove. Preheat them and put in one of the pots. They are out of the way and you can concentrate on the main meal items.
1075183
This is a teapot for holding tea, not for boiling water. You'll still need a kettle for that. The handle doesn't get hot when using it for serving.
1365093
Yes, definitely. The steaming part is used when you need to steam something otherwise just use put the rice on the "bowl" into the base and cover with the glass top. Don't forget to press the switch to cook :)
1897997
Yes, you can use this to rice potatoes. I ofen use it to rice my potatoes before I mash them. It makes them lump free and really smooth. I hope this helps!
921767
Yes and no depending on what you want to cook. Yes : For anything that won't retain too much water e.g. Potato or when you evaporate all water e.g. rice dishesNo : Veggies, fish etc. These could get soggy (disintegrate) and you will have to strain things out at the end. Buying a separator (<$10 in any Indian store) or steamer basket is a good investment. Remember to remove the 'whistle' and steam for desired amount of time if you plan on using this as a 'steamer' and not a pressure 'cooker'.The quality of the steel (as others have already mentioned) is stellar. Cleaning it is extremely easy, unless you burnt something in it of course :) Yes and no depending on what you want to cook. Yes : For anything that won't retain too much water e.g. Potato or when you evaporate all water e.g. rice dishesNo : Veggies, fish etc. These could get soggy (disintegrate) and you will have to strain things out at the end. Buying a separator (<$10 in any Indian store) or steamer basket is a good investment. Remember to remove the 'whistle' and steam for desired amount of time if you plan on using this as a 'steamer' and not a pressure 'cooker'.The quality of the steel (as others have already mentioned) is stellar.... » Read More Yes and no depending on what you want to cook. Yes : For anything that won't retain too much water e.g. Potato or when you evaporate all water e.g. rice dishesNo : Veggies, fish etc. These could get soggy (disintegrate) and you will have to strain things out at the end. Buying a separator (<$10 in any Indian store) or steamer basket is a good investment. Remember to remove the 'whistle' and steam for desired amount of time if you plan on using this as a 'steamer' and not a pressure 'cooker'.The quality of the steel (as others have already mentioned) is stellar. Cleaning it is extremely easy, unless you burnt something in it of course :) « Show Less
742009
Yes, must have a sauce pan under this steamer insert. The pan will provide the boiling water and steam for the food above, in this steamer insert.
809735
It depends what size the rice is once it is cooked. I use this pot for everything and I love it!
1075184
This is a teapot for holding tea, not for boiling water. You'll still need a kettle for that.The handle doesn't get hot when using it for serving.
43088
I make steam rice in the same pot too. Whether you have a gas or electric stove, once the water is boiling you have turn the heat down to very very low. There is no need to stir it. Low low heat. Just steaming is enough to cook for rice.
671706
I didn't cook rice in it as far, but in the grocery I saw that some of the rice possible to cook particular in the steam cooker. Technically you should be able to do so.
1723136
It's not really usable as a bread spread, but it's great for adding to vegetables or rice. You can add some of the powder to hot water, stir it up, add a few spices and drizzle over baked potatoes for a buttery sauce.
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I have never done so, but I don't think the holes would be too large. You might lose a tiny amount rice, but not much, I wouldn't think. I would put the steamer in the pot first, then when the water comes to a boil, add the rice to the steamer. I don't know how long the process will take, however.The best rice I've ever had was made in a rice cooker. It wasn't mine, so I don't have a brand recommendation. Hope this helps.Jay
2128156
I have not tried potatoes but my first thought would be no. I use mine for Apple sauce mostly. A good immersion blender will make great mashed