can the insert be used as a pan on its own
1677038
Inside pan is not magnetic, so can't be used on induction stove tops. However, the bottom is just 'okay' to use on regular electric or gas stoves, because it has a smallish (approx. 2" diameter) flat area on bottom of otherwise rounded pan bottom.
65788
I did not get an insert. I assumed that the pot would work on the cooktop without an insert.
1345422
Yes but not like it was made for it. The one I use doesnt sit down completely on the pan however it fits well enough to not make a mess
1404180
I am not sure. I have never tried to do that since I have a fry daddy. But I really love this skillet! I use it almost every day.
807601
If there is a certain procedure,..it was never supplied with the pan. However,..I have decreased my opinion rating of the pan for one reason. It cannot handle high heat for very long before the coating starts degrading and losing it's non stick properties, followed by the coating flaking off. It took about 3 or 4 short period unattended burnings to cause this on one of these pans. To be fair, I've been very careful not to use higher than medium heat with the other smaller pan and it has been fine.
439212
No ...only cast iron. By seasoning the pan you create your own non stick surface.
166836
I think you could put the inserts in the oven because they are ceramic but the lids have some plastic on them. This is still the best bargain that I have ever purchased for the kitchen- I got it last year for the holidays and ended up using it constantly all year long without a single problem. It's just so practical and convenient.
2025461
I assume you can if you have a program to do it. They just send the inserts.
1944885
Yes, by all means, no problem. If you have not purchased this pan yet, you should. It is a great pan, nice and deep, and you will be pleased with how things cook in this pan. I love mine!
1810248
Yes, you can, but to do that the manufacturer referred me to an independent website: www.shopall-clad.com, where I found All-Clad inserts (ceramic and aluminum) to be on back-order.
2017782
Nope. I used a no-stick skillet and it just sits there. Now if you pressed down on the insert and dragged it around the surface of the pan, I suppose it could cause scratches.
1439392
The removable pan is not a stand-alone cooking pan; it is too thin. Furthermore, it is pure aluminum alloy and is not induction-friendly.
663610
I dont think so. I have not tried it and I dont think there would be enough room in pan to attempt it. I wish I could be more help.
994393
No. The pan you get is rectangular. I believe the opening will be too small
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.
219990
I would be afraid to as it would get really hot and may burn the bottom. It doesn't feel like a heavyweight steel/metal you find in a pan.
323081
I packed mine away do to pitting & refusal of company to replace w/o receipt. BUT if I recall properly the top pan was lighter weight than the bottom.Don't know if you would want to use it as a regular pan.It also recommends hand washing.