Sometimes a big saucepan just doesn't cut it, which is why this 1-quart saucepan from Calphalon is so ideal. Whether the chef is melting butter, stirring a béarnaise sauce, heating soup, or steaming rice, the pan performs admirably by heating quickly and holding its temperature nicely. Add in the brushed stainless-steel lid, which fits tightly over the rim to seal in heat, flavors, and nutrients, and the saucepan becomes one of a chef's most trusted kitchen companions. Simply Calphalon cookware, designed for chefs on a budget, is made of hard-anodized aluminum, a superior heat conductor that warms quickly and evenly. In addition, the saucepan is coated with Calphalon's proprietary two-ply nonstick coating, so that sauces, vegetables, and other foods don't adhere to the pan after cooking. The nonstick surface also cleans easily with a quick wipe of a sponge. The pan's uniquely curved long handle is made of durable brushed stainless steel, which resists heat both in the oven (it's safe to 450 degrees F) and on the stovetop. Calphalon recommends hand washing the pan and using nylon or wooden utensils to preserve the nonstick surface. The saucepan carries a 10-year warranty against defects.
