Customer reviews for Cuisinart MCP-12
This is my first set of stainless steel cookware, I had to do a fair amount of research on how to cook with stainless steel and whether or not to buy a set of All-Clad. In the end I couldn't convince myself I needed a $1000+ set of All-Clads, and I'm glad I didn't because this is a pretty good set IMHO.
The set feels pretty heavy and well built. The handles are comfortable, and the weight and the balance of the pans feels good. It doesn't come with a separate lid for each pan, but between all the lids they fit everything. The handles do not get hot easily, even after having a pan on the stove making caramelized onions in the saute pan for over 40 minutes it was perfectly cool to the touch.
If you are not willing to learn the tricks of cooking with stainless steel it would be a waste of money to buy this set, as they are incredibly different from non-stick cookware in terms of how you cook with them. However if you follow the principals of preheating the pan, adding some sort of fat/oil you can cook pretty much anything.
I am not a professional chef, I'm just a guy who likes to cook. I have made many things in these pans already, steak (and pan sauce!), salmon fillets, tacos, caramelized onions, eggs. I have also used the steamer pot, which works wonderfully for steaming vegetables.
These pans do not develop hot spots, unlike my old cheap nonstick cookware. It's reassuring that if you have a pan full of food it will cook about as evenly as it gets. That to me is worth the price of admission in itself.
I will say they are a bit more work to clean, but generally find it worth it. There are two tricks to cleaning these pans. Firstly when you get done cooking and the pan is still hot, you should deglaze the pan with some water, this will allow you to easily scrape off any sucs (caramelized bits that are stuck to the pan). Secondly do as the instructions that come with the pots say apply some dish soap and water and let it soak. By time you get done eating you should have no issue cleaning them. If there is a film left over all you do simply apply some Bar Keepers Friend to the pan, and they'll look brand new. I also immediately dry my pots and pans.
I guess if I had any complaints they would be these: 1) This set does not come with a 12" fry pan, so you'll probably have to spend another $60 to get one. 2) Each pan does not have it's own lid, but I don't find it to be that much of an issue.
Overall this is a great cookware set, for a great price and I don't think you'll be disappointed if you get them.
Cuisinart MCP-12 Review by CM
These look like a million bucks. They have an elegant look and sturdy feel. The handles feel great too. Haven't used them yet. They are a christmas gift that will impress.
Cuisinart MCP-12 Review by James Ward
Purchased for Thanksgiving 2011. Made great impression. Cookware is functional and looks amazing. Not sure yet about cooking eggs as they seem to stick to the pan. May be because I have never used this type (SS)item before and need to read up on how to best use. You will love this item and for the price you cannot beat it. 5 Stars
Cuisinart MCP-12:: Description
The kitchens of France were the inspiration behind the elegant Cuisinart MultiClad Pro Stainless Cookware collection. Cuisinart has included everything you need in this spectacular 12-piece set to perfectly perform all the basic cooking tasks, large or small. From reheating a single portion of soup to preparing appetizers, entrées and side dishes for the entire family, you?ll find every tool you need in this deluxe set.
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