An avid home cook, he applied his knowledge of bonding metals with very different properties, such as stainless steel and aluminium, together to make pans. In our tests, it offered excellent heat distribution, average browning on steak and superb nonstick properties: eggs slid off almost every time and left behind barely any residue, and pancakes cooked up evenly with no sticking. Suitable for use in the dishwasher, this 5-piece stainless steel cookware set is the perfect addition to modern homes.

Stainless steel is durable, while aluminum heats quickly and evenly and copper responds to heat and changes in heat quickly. Cleanability: All-Clad claims their pots and pans are dishwasher-safe but we recommend washing by hand to prolong their longevity. These sets come in several configurations and are often more cost-effective than purchasing each piece individually.

In our "Scorch Test," where we simmer sauce for 30 minutes and assess how hot the handles are and how well the pan cleans, it performed well with some sauce sticking to the pan but that was easy to hand wash. It can make two waffles at a time in under four minutes (with no need to flip) and requires just two minutes to reheat.

American-made, innovative, high-performance bonded cookware originally designed to meet the demands of professional chefs. Jamie has contributed to several of the GH Institute Labs, including Kitchen Appliances, Media and Tech, Textiles and Home Appliances. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, All-Clad's collection boasts cutting-edge features like bonded construction for even heating, ergonomic handles for superior control, and durable non-stick surfaces for effortless cooking and cleaning. Suitable for all hob types excluding induction and dishwasher safe, the set would be a great addition to any kitchen.

In addition, they adhere to exacting environmental standards, recovering and recycling nearly every ounce of unused material. She’s an experienced product tester and recipe creator, trained in classic culinary arts and culinary nutrition. Although they are slightly heavier and take longer to heat up than their d3 counterparts, d5 pots and pans distribute heat more evenly for consistent results. From kitchen tools to small electrical appliances, each All-Clad product is designed to achieve peerless performance in the kitchen on a lifetime basis.

Two negatives: The head isn’t dishwasher safe (though we don't recommend dishwashing anything sharp) and it doesn’t come with any attachments. That being said, there are other cookware brands that perform comparatively, which was evidenced in this side-by-side comparison of All-Clad and Tramontina. This cookware set is very popular amongst beginners and gourmet cooks alike thanks to excellent conductivity and durability on both the exterior and interior of the product. The cookware can be used on all stoves, including induction, and it’s oven-safe up to 260 degrees C or 500 degrees F.Overall, we think that All-Clad is a good investment even though there are less expensive sets out there from different brands that offer good performance but may not last as long, and just as expensive sets that offer superb performance. With a layer of conductive metal, such as copper or aluminum, interposed between two layers of non-reactive metal like stainless steel, All Clad pots and pans are both heat retentive for faster, more even cooking and safe for use with foods of all kinds. Though some of their nonstick products are *safe* to go into the dishwasher, even then, the company still recommends hand washing to preserve the nonstick quality over time. More experienced cooks and chefs will be able to notice the nuances between similar sets like the D3 and the D5, but the average cook likely won't be able to. Even with prolonged cooking and frying, they only heat up slightly and always remain graspable, even without gloves or cloths.