With a lifespan of more than 50 years, Farberware Classic cookware has outlasted 10 U.S. presidents and countless ill-advised TV spin-offs. It's no wonder that Farberware considers the cookware line a timeless kitchen mainstay. This 6-quart stockpot--which features the distinctive button knob on the lid that characterizes the Classic line--is an ideal pot for simmering a pot of chili or preparing a heaping helping of Bolognese sauce for Aunt Esther, Uncle Irving, and the triplets. The stockpot also comes with a 4-quart steamer insert for steaming broccoli or other veggies, or for quickly draining corn on the cob or pasta. The efficiency of Farberware Classic cookware is derived from the 18/10 stainless steel layers that surround an aluminum "full cap" base. The triple-ply construction heats the stockpot quickly, and ensures that your stove doesn't waste unnecessary energy while cooking. Other features of the Classic line include stay-cool phenolic handles that are oven-safe to 350 degrees F, tight-fitting stainless lids that keep nutrients and flavors from escaping, and thick, rolled rims that allow you to pour from the sides without dripping on the counter. For good measure, the cookware is dishwasher-safe and comes with a limited lifetime warranty. With a little love, this stockpot will easily outlast the next 10 presidential administrations--and well beyond. --Rivers Janssen
