With this pot being so tall, is it still easy to sauté onions/garlic and easily stir ground meats?
1967771
It is possible however you need a very long spoon to move the food. I have made half of the pot of soup and I wear a pot holder mitt to stir because it gets very hot trying to reach all the way down to the bottom.
1967772
Yes it is. The pot is tall, but the opening is wide enough not to be an issue. Just use a long handled utensil.
1967773
Both my husband and I use it and have no problem but again it depends on what we are making.
1967774
you will need a long spoon and if u are a short person it can b hard but I like my pot
1967775
I wouldn't think so. Perhaps with a long tefelon spatula. I bought one for my daughter..and she likes it for soups. I bought a extra long and wide soup laddle for her. Found it at a Amish store. I'm pleased with my T-fal pot.
1262521
Yes you can. But like I mentioned in my review, the bowl is concaved, so it's hard to sauté garlic/onions in the beginning. But yes you can cook stews, chowders and small chicken dishes.
44253
I've had the handles on the 8-quart stock pot get hot during cooking. The shape of the pot makes it just slightly narrower than the burners on our glass-top electric range. This puts the handles above the heat rising from the stovetop. That's the only piece of this set that the handles get hot on that I've noticed although the lid handles also get hot when used for a long cooking time and of course the handles will get hot if you use the pots in the oven. We absolutely love the saute pan from this set. It's perfect for so many of our cooking needs.
2095400
No, that will make it very hard to stir! The oil separates so keep it room temperature until you open it and then stir it very well, may sure you get the bottom. I use a very long knife.
783723
It is tall enough. Pot is a little over 9 inches in height. Hope this helps. Good luck.
1201579
Yes you can. It is very versatile and easy to do everything in one pan. I have used it to saute vegetables for soup and brown pot roast before cooking it.
87102
It is my favorite pot and it has a very smooth surface. In fact the only downside is that it is a bit slippery on my gas stove, but should be fine with glass surface. You won't regret getting this pot. Nothing sticks perfect for soup and beef stew and really easy to clean.
351876
Since I don't have a Dutch Oven (cast iron? ) with legs, I'm afraid I can't help you. Would imagine it would depend on size of pot and where legs are positioned in reference to stoves handles. Might be unstable due to weigh and configuration. I prefer a flat bottom pot. Sorry I can't be of more help.
1080228
Sorry, I forgot to mention that I'm using an 80 qt. aluminum pot to cook crab. It will make a mess of your pot the first couple of times you use it as the coating burns off, but it's totally worth it. I had to use steel wool (SOS pad) to clean the pot the first couple of times, but that's no longer an issue since the coating has been burnt off. I think it's definitely the best cooker for the price!
907804
As I am a little past 60 I find it a bit hefty. But the quickness of searing a sirloin steak makes the small bit of weight well worth while. I also own a large Dutch oven and use for just about everything. Enjoy
1690167
Our pot is 5 qt and is the easiest kitchen tool I have ever used. One step to fill, boil noodles, and strain. We love it!!!
1357687
I have cooked ground beef and stew beef in mine with good results but I don't think it make the beef any more tender than cooking on top of the stove, it was just quicker and cooked, ate, and stored (in refrigerator) from same pot. I use mine almost every day. Have even cooked pasta in it for Kraft Mac & Cheese.
1196735
I haven't used the thing but my wife was quite impressed with it, she did cook a slab of ribs and they were delicious. It looks like you could comfortably cook a decent sized (family of 4or5) beef or pork roast.
2180450
The pot has two bolts on the inside holding the handle to the pan. It is high enough that it does not interfere with any cooking.
1777811
Truly I've made alot of pots of soup in my largest stock pot and as long as I simmer it slow I never had to tilt the lid or have any spill overs.I always want to cook on high, from using past club aluminum but have found that its better to cook low- med and the Belgique has even heat and they recommend cooking on med. not high. I looked for a long time and researched to find the right cookware for me and I love mine. It is wonderful. I would buy it again and again.
244426
Not at all. Very easy to turn. The salt and pepper come out nicely ground :)
670773
This pan is very good for stir fry. It is quite large, with high walls. Even noodle dinners with veggies, sauce and noodles.