Cuisinart Multiclad Cookware
Review of Cuisinart MultiClad Pro Stainless Cookware 'MCP-12" 12-Piece Set
Our Pick for the Best Stainless Cookware
Cuisinart Multiclad cookware is both elegant and contemporary. Cuisinart has designed this line
specifically for the professional home chef.
The attractive brushed exterior looks nice on the stove
and on the table, while the mirror-polished interior offers a non-reactive surface that releases food
easily.
The aluminum base is sandwiched between stainless steel, both on the bottom and the sides, offering
a quick, even heating surface.
This cookware is perfect for steaming vegetables, making crepes, hamburgers or braising meats. The
stockpot is perfect for soup or stew. Stainless steel browns roux perfectly for sauces.
The pans switch easily from the stove to the oven when needed. They are well-balanced. The lids are
interchangeable and even fit the skillets.
Cuisinart Multiclad pro cookware is easy to clean. Even if food sticks, it can be removed
with a few easy tricks.
Features and Benefits of the Cuisinart Multiclad Pro Cookware
Whats Included In The Set?
- 1.5 Quart. sauce pan with lid
- 3 Quart. sauce pan with lid
- 3.5 Quart.saute pan with helper handle and lid
- 8 Quart. stock pot with lid
- 8" skillet
- 10" skillet
- 20 cm steamer insert with lid (fits 3 Quart. saucepan)
How Is The Cuisinart Multiclad Made?
What Is Tri-ply and Multiclad?
Tri-ply is the when there is 3 layers of metal used in making the cookware. Clad is when the entire
pan has 3 layers and not just the bottom.
Cuisinart uses an 18/10 brushed stainless steel for the
exterior and a mirror-polished stainless steel interior. In between these layers is an aluminum core.
The best feature with this set is that the aluminum core is not only on the bottom but goes up the
sidewalls of the pans which gives you superior heating. You will be amazed at how fast the cookware
responds when heating or cooling.
How Are The Handles and Lids?
Features Cuisinart Cool Grip Handle, these riveted handles have a nice groove to fit your thumb
and finger to make pouring easier. Plus they stay cool on the stove top.
The ergonomic shape and angle of the handles are comfortable when shaking, flipping, tossing and
moving the pans while cooking.
The design of the rims and lids form a fit to help reduce evaporation and seal in nutrients.
The lids are also interchangeable
and also fit the skillets.
Are They Oven Safe?
Oven and broiler safe up to 500 degrees. Naturally the handles will get hot when using them
in the oven, so make sure to use a oven mitt or glove when handling.
What Utensils Can I Use?
You can use all types of utensils. But metal utensils may scratch the interior of your
pan. To prevent this, wood or plastic utensils should be used.
Best Way To Store The Cookware
Stacking or crowding your pans in cabinets can cause them to get scratched. To prevent
this it is best to store your pans with a cookware rack or pegboard.
The ends of the handles have a convenient loop for hanging your cookware.
How Heavy is the Multiclad?
Total weight of the entire set is about 25 pounds.
Cuisinart Multiclad cookware
can be a bit heavy until you get used to handling it.
The construction of the pots and pans make them a little
heavy on the bottom. This extra weight can be of an advantage as
they will not tip as easily as lighter weight pans, even empty or with a large
spoon hanging off one side.
Tips For Cooking With Cuisinart Pro
If you never have cooked with stainless steel there are a few things you
need to know to get the full benefit out of stainless steel.
First cooking on high heat will burn your food. The Multiclad pro cookware is highly conductive and heats
quickly and evenly.
So when starting out use the low to medium settings and see what setting
does best for you. If you are just boiling water try to use the medium high setting. Preheat
your pan first before adding any food to it.
Also you might want to take your food out of the
refrigerator and let it warm up a little before you start cooking.
Pre heat the pan for a few minutes than add oil or butter before adding any food.
Adding salt before liquid is boiling in a pan may cause pitting. Since this is consumer-caused,
this is not covered in the warranty.
When cooking on a gas range you might want to consider using a flame deflector.
Does It Work On Induction Stove Tops?
Cuisinart states that the Mutliclad pro cookware is safe to use on induction stove tops. Some earlier versions
of the Cuisinart multiclad line did not work on induction tops.
Cleaning your Cuisinart Multiclad Pro
Dishwasher
Cuisinart Multiclad pro is dishwasher-safe, but you need to remember that food soil
from other dishes in the dishwasher can be abrasive and scratch your cookware.
If the dishwasher is not packed right other dishes or flatware
can mar the surface of the cookware. Regular dishwashing over a extended period will eventually
scratch any cookware.
If you do decide to use the dishwasher Cuisinart recommends using a non-lemon
detergent.
We found many customers that do put their Cuisinart cookware in the dishwasher with out a problem.
But a few that did use the dishwasher experienced a discolor or change in the finish of the cookware.
For hand washing here are a few tips to help with cleaning.
Make sure to clean your pans immediately
after using them. Just fill the pan with some hot water and a mild liquid detergent let this stand
until the water becomes lukewarm then just use a sponge or soft dishcloth to clean it. Rinse
the pan good and dry thoroughly to prevent water spotting.
Bar Keepers Friend is a good cleanser to
use to keep your stainless steel looking its best.
What We Learned From Reading Customer Reviews
Many customers compared the Multiclad cookware with All-Clad and found it to be the better cookware.
Pros:
- The bottoms are very flat (important when cooking on a ceramic stove top)
- The roll edges made for drip-free pouring
- The ergonomic shape, angle, thumb and finger groove of the handles made them very comfortable when cooking and they stayed cool to the touch on the stove top
- Clean-up was much easier than with All-Clad
Cons:
- Cuisinart Multiclad cookware can be a bit heavy until you get used to handling it.
- A few reviewers were disappointed that they are made in China
Warranty
Cuisinart gives you a lifetime limited warranty. This means that the cookware is warranted
to be of defects in free of defects in material and workmanship under normal home use from the date
of original purchase throughout the original purchasers lifetime.
Summary
The pans distribute heat very evenly with no hot spots.
The price is very reasonable for such high quality cookware. Many customers have compared
it favorably to All-Clad. The 18/10 stainless steel is durable and looks good enough to hang in plain
sight.
What Should You Pay For This Set
We found the average retail price for this set to be around $300.00. At the time of writing this review Amazon had it discounted below the average retail price.
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