^® MultiClad Pro Stainless Cookware 12-Piece Set

Historically, I have bought an expensive cookware that has done the job but hasn’t been great. This is my first somewhat high-end purchase and the quality is amazing. The pans are heavy well-made and I anticipate they will last for a lifetime. Nice to finally have good quality cookware!

I had wonderful pot and pan set that I'd had for close to 20 years that was still in great condition and cooked well. I didn't want to get rid of them but they weren't induction capable. So, when I purchased an induction kitchen range I knew I had to say goodbye to them and get an induction compatible cookware set. Several years ago I purchased the Cuisinart MultiClad Pro Stainless 3-Quart Casserole with lid and it did become a favorite pan to use at my house. I cook daily so a really good affordable set was very important. When it came time to get an induction compatible set I decided to get a MultiClad Pro stainless steel set because I already knew it would be good quality...and it wouldn't hurt that all of my pots and pans matched, lol. They are so easy to use and to clean! They all heat quickly and evenly. They're a good, sturdy set that's good looking hanging on my kitchen wall. The lids fit well and the handles stay cool. I know I'm supposed to hand wash them but they've also gone through the dishwasher multiple times and still keep their shine and appearance. I am really glad I got this MultClad Pro set. I know I'll be able to use it for many, many years to come and be able to cook many, many good meals with them too. :)

I’ve owned my Cuisinart MultiClad Pro Triple Ply Stainless pans for nearly ten years, which I think says a lot right there. These are solid, well-made pans that deliver excellent performance for the price — as long as you understand how to use stainless steel correctly. When I first bought them, I didn’t. Like many people, I assumed stainless worked like nonstick. Over time, I learned that these pans are effectively non-stick if you preheat them properly and add oil before cooking. Once I figured that out, they performed beautifully: great searing, even heat distribution, and reliable results across everything from eggs to meats and sauces. Where things went wrong was user error — twice. First, I warped a couple of pans by running cold water over them while they were still hot. That’s on me, not the cookware. Stainless with an aluminum core doesn’t love thermal shock, and I learned that lesson the hard way. Second, I damaged the rims by routinely putting the pans in the dishwasher. Cuisinart states they’re dishwasher safe if you use a non-lemon detergent — which sounds reasonable in theory, but in practice is confusing. It’s not at all clear which detergents qualify, and over time the dishwasher eroded the exposed aluminum at the rims. That left sharp stainless edges, which is frustrating and something Cuisinart could communicate better. That said, even with those mistakes, these pans held up impressively well for nearly a decade of regular use. The construction is excellent, the cooking performance is consistent, and the value is hard to beat compared to higher-priced stainless brands. One maintenance tip that made a big difference: Bar Keepers Friend. When these pans pick up heat stains or discoloration (which stainless inevitably does), Bar Keepers Friend brings them back to looking nearly new with minimal effort. It’s especially useful after high-heat cooking and is safe for stainless when used as directed. I consider it essential if you own these pans.