Review of Calphalon One Infused-Anodized 8-Piece Cookware Set

I own sets of All-Clad LTD and Calphalon Commercial Hard Anodized cookware in addition to this set. It's hard to find any better pans to use on a high output gas rangetop than these. Their relatively high mass, uniformly thick walls and excellent heat conductivity assure near-perfect high heat (searing) performance as well as superb simmering. When gently heating foods, these pans with their domed lids are ideal for allowing food flavors to meld beautifully. I even prefer using the stockpot over my long-time favorite Ruffoni copper pot when slow simmering soups!
I have cooked on Calphalon Anodized cookware for years. When using them to fry or saute, as long as I heat the pan and oil adequately, don't drop ice-cold food into it (use your microwave to bring food to room temp if you can't plan ahead), and clean the pans thoroughly after use, I've experienced negligible sticking in the year I've had mine. Following those simple rules, even my 5-year old Commercial Hard Anodized set has little problem with food sticking, although the Calphalon One is noticably better in that regard. I've never had any sticking problems with their saucepans, ever. With few exceptions, if your food sticks to your pan, you're cooking at too high a heat. As they say in England, use your (range) knob.

Product Description
This exciting hybrid combines qualities of both traditional metal and non-stick cooking surfaces. Now not only can you brown, sear, and reduce sauces as the recipe intended, but you can also breathe a sigh of relief as you won't have a battle removing food and stains from the pan following use. How did this happen you ask? CALPHALON ONE INFUSED ANODIZED is manufactured with a revolutionary anodization process. Both interior and exterior surfaces are infused with an advanced release polymer which actually penetrates below the surface of the metal, into its very pores, offering superb durability and versatility. The intrinsic properties of aluminum ensure fast and even heating, as you've come to expect from Calphalon. If you're looking to invest in a new set of cookware, do consider this collection. Useful pieces, superb features, and the value of set pricing make it a standout.

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