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Rachael Ray Porcelain Enamel Nonstick 10-Piece Cookware Set, Orange by Rachael Ray
Product SummaryManufacturer: Rachael Ray Brand: Rachael Ray Release Date: 2006-09-20 Model: 13486 Color: Orange Product features: - Set includes 3- and 1-1/2- quart saucepans with lids; a 6-quart stockpot with lid; 10-inch saute pan with lid; and 8- and 10- inch skillets
- Pots and pans feature aluminum exteriors to distribute even heat with orange porcelain enameling
- Clear tempered glass lids for monitoring cooking progress by sight; top-mounted handles
- Riveted aluminum handles with easy-to-grip silicone coating
- Oven-safe up to 400 degrees F; hand wash; limited lifetime warranty
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Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Rachael Ray Porcelain Enamel Nonstick 10-Piece Cookware Set, OrangeCustomer Review: A cookware set worth looking into. Summary: 4 Stars
My cookware collection before purchasing this set was a mis-matched set of hand-me-down pots and pans of various colors. Some were cast iron, some were non-stick, and some were stainless steel. They were all banged up and well-used. None of them cooked as well as I wanted them to. Some pans took forever to heat up and some became way too hot. After 3 years of this, I decided it was time for an upgrade.
I researched different brands and decided on this set. I didn't have a lot of cash to throw at a pot and pan set. I am a firm believer that you get what you pay for, and while I would love to buy a $600 pot and pan set, I simply would never be able to afford that. I was looking for a moderately priced pot and pan set of good quality. I went back and forth between this set and a few other comparable brands within this price range. I decided on this one because of the really good reviews I found on Amazon. My decision to buy this set was not influenced because of Rachel Ray's name attached to it; I don't even particularly like Rachel Ray (sorry, too perky) and have never seen her show. The reviews were good and, admittedly, I loved the look and colors.
I wish I could say that the entire set lived up to my expectations, but unfortunately, it didn't. I have used and cared for these pots and pans exactly how I was instructed, and the skillets didn't last a week. The non-stick coating was coming off in chunks after only a week. I didn't wash them in the dishwasher, I used a gentle, non-scratchy sponge to clean them with, and I only used plastic utensils while cooking. I'm also not much a cook - I bake more than I cook - so these skillets did not receive a lot of use.
I gave it 4 stars because although the skillets were disappointing, I love the saute pan, the sauce pans and the stockpot. I especially love the saute pan and I'm so glad that the non-stick coating didn't flake off like the skillets. The skillets are at least cheap enough to replace, especially when using a 20% off coupon that I sometimes receive from certain retailers. I have had this pot and pan set for almost a year now and despite the skillet issue, I love it.
Description of Rachael Ray Porcelain Enamel Nonstick 10-Piece Cookware Set, OrangeThis cookware set is an exceptional value, including all of the pans needed to equip your kitchen with the most used cooking pieces. As the set contains only basic pieces, you'll really use each and every pan. It includes saucepans for whisking a homemade sauce or cooking your morning oatmeal, a big stockpot for soups, stews or boiling pasta, and skillets (probably the most used pan in any kitchen) that will help you turn out perfect crepes or a simple grilled cheese sandwich. The set also includes a sauté pan, a wide, straight-sided pan that can perform many of the functions of a skillet but features deep sides for extra capacity, perfect for one dish meals. Start your dish in this pan by sautéing onions and browning meat, then add your liquid and other ingredients into the same pan to finish on the stovetop or in the oven. Colorful, practical, and comprehensive, this 10-piece cookware set from Rachael Ray covers all the bases for stovetop cooking, from boiling pasta to sautéing chicken to simmering a marinara sauce to frying bacon. The set includes both 1-1/2-quart and 3-quart saucepans, a 6-quart stockpot, and a 2-3/4-quart, 10-inch sauté pan, all with lids. In addition, the set provides an 8-inch skillet and a 10-inch skillet. Constructed in durable aluminum, the pots and pans resist dents and corrosion while conducting heat with efficiency. Porcelain enamel coats the exterior of each piece in the set for broad heat distribution, free of hot spots. A nonstick interior ensures hassle-free cooking and cleaning with all cookware pieces. One long aluminum handle rivets securely to the side of each skillet, the saucepans, and the sauté for transferring food to and from the burner. The long handles each have a hole installed for hanging purposes. For moving the saucepot, two loop-style aluminum handles affix to the pot's sides. Silicone rubber covers all cookware handles for a soft and ergonomically friendly grip. The cookware lids, manufactured in clear tempered glass, allow the chef to visually monitor cooking without releasing heat or flavor. The shatter-proof lids remove with top-mounted handles like those on the stockpot. The cookware sustains oven temperatures up to 400 degrees F. Made in Thailand, Rachael Ray offers a limited lifetime warranty for the set. Upon shipping, the set measures 23 by 13-1/2 by 12-1/3 inches and weighs 19-1/5 pounds. --Jessica Reuling What's in the Box Cookware set includes: 6-quart stockpot with lid, 3-quart saucepan with lid; 1-1/2-quart saucepan with lid; 10-inch sauté pan with lid; 8-inch skillet; 10-inch skillet. 10 pieces total.
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