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| About - Cuisinart Chef's Classic Stainless 77-7 |
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The Cuisinart Chef's Classic Stainless 77-7 is part of the kitchen cookware test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, cookware models like the Chef's Classic Stainless 77-7 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.
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Cuisinart is a midpriced brand that offers products in uncoated stainless steel, and nonstick hard anodized and stainless steel. Cuisinart recently introduced its Green Gourmet Cookware line, which uses ceramic rather than petroleum-based (claimed PTFE- and PFOA-free) surfaces. These are sold in Bloomingdale's, Bed, Bath & Beyond, Macy's, specialty stores and numerous online retailers. |
| Features & Specs - Cuisinart Chef's Classic Stainless 77-7 | |
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Dishwasher-safe |
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Material |
Stainless Steel |
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By from
(2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)
what happened to quality control?
5/29/2011
Pros
Distributes Heat Evenly
Heats Quickly
Retains Heat
Cons
Oiled up and still burnt
Scratches Easily
Tough To Clean
Best Uses
Elaborate Meals
Large Kitchens
Simple Meals
Small Kitchens
Comment:
the price was right for the set, looks are appealling, feels comfy in the hands, balance could be better on the lager pans make it a bit front heavy. the biggest issue i have with this set is the fact that the stack pot after a few boils it started to pit on the bottom, the two saute pans burnt right up discolored on the sides you cannot have the heat up over medium at all. i could pour a gallon of oil or non-stick spray in these and food will still burn on, and it is also a pain when washing them because you have to scrub really hard and soak them but the best trick to getting these pots and pans really clean and is a step you shouldnt have to do is buy (bar keepers friend) i use the liquid version i feel is best and scurb it in let sit for a min or two and should come off with easy. stainless steel pan is not the same as a non-stick pan you do have to oil it up but come on it shouldnt be that bad!!!bottom line is if you dont mind to do a little work cleaning after cooking i would buy this for the price i guess.
By from
(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)
Best set I've ever had
6/4/2010
Pros
Distributes Heat Evenly
Durable
Easy To Clean
Heats Quickly
Retains Heat
Cons
Handle can get hot
Best Uses
Elaborate Meals
Simple Meals
Comment:
I've had this set for over 2 years and I love it! I cook dinner for my family every night and these pots & pans have never let me down. They heat quickly and evenly and they retain heat well. They are so easy to clean - any real tough spots I just soak overnight and they clean right up. I am not a gourmet cook, but I have two friends who are and they both have this set of pots & pans on their wish lists.
By from
(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)
Great Quality For The Price
4/13/2010
Pros
Distributes Heat Evenly
Durable
Handle Stays Cool
Cons
Best Uses
Elaborate Meals
Simple Meals
Comment:
I got this as a housewarming gift from my mother about 5 years ago.<br />It's is a great set of cookware FOR THE PRICE. If you are expecting the absolute finest quality cookware available, then you will probbaly be disappointed. But if you are looking for good cookware at 1/5 the price of the high end cookware, then this just might be the cookware for you.<br />Sure, after 5 yr of use I've found that the 3qt sauce pan has a few flaws in the steel that show up as light pitting, and the skillets may not heat as evenly as my one all-clad skillet, but if you want a set of nice cookware and cost is a factor, I doubt you will be disappointed.<br />You should also check out their set of aluminum non-stick. I've got a set of it too, and as far as I can tell, it's every bit as good as calphalon but it is very reasonably priced.
Other User Reviews
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User has 7 Days of experience with this product
12/29/2007
Strength
These pieces are polished so shiny they look like sterling silver. Cleaned up very easily, look like new still and cook evenly.
Weakness
Haven't encountered any, other than making me want to cook - and eat - more often.
A friend has been using these for over five years and hers still look new. I used a skillet to pan-fry a steak then made a reduction/sauce. Usually I'd have a burned-on mess in the pan but these cleaned up to look like new with very little effort. The meat cooked evenly and quickly. Everything was delicious and came out like the chefs on Food Network made it. Just read the manual and follow their recommendations. Enjoy!
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