great buy for the $$$$

I got this set recently, and am really impressed with it so far. I'd returned a Rachel Ray blue enamel set that was terrible, and couldn't be happier with this set. I'd bought some Rachel Ray professional pieces, and they're great, but the enamel set was junk-- the color oxidized the first use, the interior surface scratched off -- was really disappointing. Anyway, this stuff cooks evenly, and you can put the pieces in the dishwasher, which isn't recommended with a lot of other sets. You might have to use some elbow grease to get it cleaned, but it's worth it. I love the pasta insert, and have used it a lot for pasta, corn and potatoes. It's also great because you can put these in the oven, either to keep something warm, or to finish cooking, which you can't do with a lot of other cookware. This set is a great deal for the money. I did a lot of shopping around before deciding on this set, and I really love it.

Cuisinart Stainless Cookware

As a retired chef I wanted quality cookware at home. I had tried expensive coated ware, much to my disappointment, fairly soon after purchase the coating started to flake-off into the food I was preparing [and I was using the proper utensils]. It was time to return to what I new would serve me well - stainless steel - layered with aluminum to heat quickly and evenly. Cuisinart was the brand I chose for their reputation. I have not been disapointed; all I want is a pot or pan to do it's job these do! And cleanup is a breeze.

Good product so far

Fast heat transfer and it seems to hold heat pretty well. Nice feel while using. Not a super pain to clean. good price. i think you have a winner here. I just wish I had bought it when they were giving away the mini-chopper too.

I researched cookware for about a year, after becoming very disappointed in my Calphalon hard-anodized set. Finally saw a single Cuisinart piece in a store at a discounted price, bought it and made my decision. Clean up is a breeze, temp is even (I have a ceramic top stove) and I just can't say enough good things about this set. It's priced nicely to give as a gift if the occasion every arises, too!

Great set / Great price!

Are you concerned about the possible health hazards from the material used to coat non-stick pans? Then do what I did and throw out the old non-stick and purchase this stainless steel set from Cuisinart. It's beautiful and easy to clean.