I have an old Calphalon non-stick that is just wore out. I'm thinking of this pot but have concerns about food sticking to the bottom? Comments?
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I actually just purchased a 6 qt thermalon pot from henkels, for sauce,etc its made of granite got t through amazon it's great and dishwasher safe to boot I now have calphalon triply for pasta and thermal on for sauces
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Hi...I own two of these and love them. The Calphalon 5 qt tri-ply stainless steel dutch oven heats very fast. I've used it to cook curry chicken, brown stew chicken and even rice and I've never had food stick to the bottom. Here's the trick with stainless steel pots....if cooking meats, add about a tablespoon of oil to the pot before you add the meat, allow the oil to get very hot. Because the pot has a very thick bottom, it does take about 4-5 minutes to get very hot on medium heat. It is a wonderful pot....use the same utensils that you would have used in your nonstick to protect the interior from scratches. Give it a try! Hi...I own two of these and love them. The Calphalon 5 qt tri-ply stainless steel dutch oven heats very fast. I've used it to cook curry chicken, brown stew chicken and even rice and I've never had food stick to the bottom. Here's the trick with stainless steel pots....if cooking meats, add about a tablespoon of oil to the pot before you add the meat, allow the oil to get very hot. Because the pot has a very thick bottom, it does take about 4-5 minutes to get very hot on medium heat. It is a wonderful pot....use the same utensils that you would have used in your nonstick to protect the... » Read More Hi...I own two of these and love them. The Calphalon 5 qt tri-ply stainless steel dutch oven heats very fast. I've used it to cook curry chicken, brown stew chicken and even rice and I've never had food stick to the bottom. Here's the trick with stainless steel pots....if cooking meats, add about a tablespoon of oil to the pot before you add the meat, allow the oil to get very hot. Because the pot has a very thick bottom, it does take about 4-5 minutes to get very hot on medium heat. It is a wonderful pot....use the same utensils that you would have used in your nonstick to protect the interior from scratches. Give it a try! « Show Less
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Hi...I own two of these and love them. The Calphalon 5 qt tri-ply stainless steel dutch oven heats very fast. I've used it to cook curry chicken, brown stew chicken and even rice and I've never had food stick to the bottom. Here's the trick with stainless steel pots....if cooking meats, add about a tablespoon of oil to the pot before you add the meat, allow the oil to get very hot. Because the pot has a very thick bottom, it does take about 4-5 minutes to get very hot on medium heat. It is a wonderful pot....use the same utensils that you would have used in your nonstick to protect the interior from scratches. Give it a try!
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It should help to restore the non-stick. Might take two or three applications to get it back to new condition. I don't know about the textured surfaces, that sounds to me as if the pans have been subjected to extreme heat. But, this stuff won't hurt any Calphalon surface if used as directed so it's worth a try on all of them.
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This is not safe on all non-stick surfaces. It is safe on Teflon. However, it is -not- safe on Calphalon non-stick surfaces.
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I saw no mention of it so am thinking maybe not. You might call Calphalon and ask.
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You are in luck, a magnet will stick to the bottom of this pot. Good cooking.
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I have had no problems with the pan not staying level. The bottom is quite thick.
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I purchased the same crockpot from Amazon 6 months ago and the non stick coating is flaking off as well as other problems...such as not turning on when you flip the switch. I am afraid to use it now because of possible electrical problems with the control switch and the flaking of the non stick coating. My question is ....Does anyone know of a recall on this model?
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The one I have is not non-stick. The stainless model has a nice thick bottom and hasn't warped yet. I think if it does you are using way too much heat. Never overheat a non-stick pan.
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No, I consider it much better then non stick. It is heavy enough and polished finish so cleaning is not a problem at all.
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I like the ceramic pot for cheese...the oil heat is too hot for most cheese...you don't want it to stick to bottom...Refer to your instructions again, I'm not home so I can ck mine...this is my preference.....PF
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There may be some sticking, but I also (as other reviewers mentioned) only use a small amount of oil in the bottom of the pan, thus keeping it to a minimum. Additionally, I don't have to use very high heat for braising, compared to other brands of cookware that I own. Very efficient and even heat distribution. GJM
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Wrong. I own it. The pot is definitely not stainless steel and it does have a non stick surface. Mine burned and the nonstick peeled. Not safe to use after this happens. I'm buying a new one.
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Hi William,It's been a while since I purchased this as a Christmas present, but I really think it is stainless on the inside. I checked the description again, nowhere does it mention that it is a non stick pot.
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I have it I would suppose it would scratch the pot but you dont really lay it on the rack that way. So if you do not lay the non stick part on it it should be completely fine. ps i like mine and it took forever to find one to fit my sink
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I would not purchase this pot, after one use the inside bottom pitted and it never made it to the dishwasher, I had to return it for a refund because they already replaced the first one because of pitting. Hope this help.
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I love my crock pot. It is wonderful to cook in. If it has teflon in it I cannot tell. The surface looks like the other ones that have none stick surfaces.
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I have had Calphalon cookware for over 5 years and have had no problems using it on the gas stove. It is very durable and easy to clean. Love Calphalon nonstick products.