D5 Brushed 5 Ply Stainless Steel Cookware Set 10 Piece w/ Frying Pans, Pots and Pans Set, Induction, Oven Broiler Safe 600F, Silver

Best pans I’ve ever owned – worth every penny (especially at the Black Friday price!) I’ve been using these on my induction cooktop and love!! Yes, they’re expensive, but I snagged the set during the Black Friday sale for around $800 and it honestly feels like a steal for the quality. The non-toxic coating is exactly what I was looking for (no weird chemicals, no PTFE/PFOA), and they’re legitimately almost nonstick when you use the right heat. One small learning curve with induction: these heat up FAST, so I just keep the temp a notch three lower than I would with my old pans and nothing sticks. Even if I get distracted and something does manage to cook on, it lifts and cleans pretty easy. They are definitely heavier and cook as evenly as any pans I’ve ever used. If they go on sale again next year, I’ll probably buy a second set just to have backups. 100% would buy again – highly recommend if you’re ready to upgrade to something that’s truly non-toxic and performs this well.

We cook quite a bit in our house, so we went ahead and splurged on a quality set of pots and pans. We also upgraded to an induction cook top, so some of our mismatched pots and pans were in compatible with the new stove. This set rendered a perfect 10 compatibility with the induction elements. This D5 set has 2 layers of aluminum for quick, even heat distribution for better performance over the D3 series with only a single layer of aluminum. I personally preferred the brushed finish of the D5 set and the flared lips over the high polish outer finish the similar D3 set. We appreciate that these sets are fabricated in PA USA and are built with high quality materials. Since these are stainless steel finish, you can use metal tools without fear of damaging the cooking surface. You are free to use steel wool to clean up particularly stubborn food. While it may show some minor marring of the finish due to oxidation, you can buff it out with a bit of polishing. Stainless steel does allow for the searing of meat, but excessive heat can result in food sticking the bottom. I have found boiling some water in the pot afterwards for a bit quickly releases the charred food. If all else fails, you can always scrape it from the pan or use steel wool. We just add a bit of oil or butter to the pan when cooking for foods that tend to stick. This way we don't have to worry about harmful chemicals being released into the food or periodic replacement of pans as the non-stick finishes start failing. We plan to used these the rest of our life. it is nice to have a matched set that covers most of our cooking needs, and will just augment fill in a few gaps. We may buy a D3 dutch over in the future. Otherwise, I am very happy with my seasoned high carbon steel skillet (lighter than traditional cast iron) for easy food release. We are thoroughly enjoying this purchase so far.

A properly-equipped kitchen results as much from ELIMINATING all the low-utility items that every serious cook tries out from time to time as much as it does from ADDING the critical few tools that one truly needs to create memorable meals. For many cooks, this 10 piece set would be sufficient to fully equip the kitchen, especially if you cook mainly for 2-4 persons. Every pan and cover is the best of its type, effective and pleasant to use, while lasting a lifetime. The unusual handle design? We love it. It does in fact prevent slippage and the upper concave surface is perfect for fitting the handle of a spoon you’re using to stir the pan. All-Clad thought through this handle design. I’m mystified that this feature has detractors. The D5 pans definitely do pour better than the slightly differently designed D3 pans. The All-Clad D5 pans are heavier than most of the stainless cookware one finds on the market, but not unduly so—certainly lighter than Staub or Le Creuset cast iron and even lighter than the carbon steel pans from de Buyer. We have found these the most even-heating of all our cookware, and have been impressed that if the pan is heated first, oiled second and Maillard Reaction dynamics are followed, food can be cooked without sticking, almost as easily as it can on the best cast iron or carbon steel. But the D5 pans are more versatile than our cast iron and carbon steel pans, are better for sauces, are easier to clean and require less maintenance. If you appreciate ultimate-quality kitchen tools, I think you’ll be pleased with this D5 set.

A very high quality option when looking for high end stainless cookware. If you've cooked with stainless before, you'll have an easier time. If this is your first time with stainless, just be patient and work with the heat settings. We always put down a thin layer of avocado oil when cooking anything. Just to help with additional non-stick assistance. Lower heat settings than you are used to seems to work better for us. There are a multitude of cleaning videos that can help you. These are very nice and highly recommended.

After years of telling myself that someday I would buy some All-Clad cookware, I finally did it. I have waited too long to treat myself to the best and picked a great time to do it. An ugly divorce and a reevaluation of priorities made me decide to upgrade my kitchen tools instead of going on a binge of hookers and blow (just kidding). Less than $600 for a perfect set of the best cookware out there - what a deal. The D5 line is ideal for the home chef who wants to perfect their craft. So far everything has been perfect and has tasted fantastic. At $800 for this set, these pans cannot be beat as they will last forever and perform flawlessly. If you read reviews that are to the contrary, it is because the reviewer does not know how to cook with real, professional grade cookware. No warps, no hot spots, no flaking of cheap non stick surfaces - just superior temperature control and fantastic searing. Cleanup is what you would expect from pans like this and they look brand new after several uses. If all you want is quick cleanup via the dishwasher, buy a cheap set of non-stick pans from the discount store and replace them every year. If you want to hone your skills as a cook or chef, invest in a set of All-Clads and be prepared to be proud of what you plate up for family, friends or just yourself. Part of me wants to buy more All-Clad pans but I haven't began to tap into everything I can do with what I have. Don't wait forever like I did, do it now and get cooking. You will not regret your decision to pick up this set.

We moved into a new house, and, lo&behold, it had an induction cook top. So, the old aluminum-bottom Farberware wasn't gonna cut it. I'd been wanting some real cookware anyway--our old set was from our 50-yrs-ago wedding presents, had served us well, but had some issues, chiefly cracking handles. You'd think you could get replacements, but not so. But I digress. These All-clad pans are the bomb. I don't care that much about their looks, but they look great. And they work better than any pots and pans I've ever owned. Just fabulous. Tight lids. Solid handles. Perfect balance. The no-drip edge really doesn't drip. And the heat distribution---wow, it's really outstanding. I'm used to my old cast iron pans, which are pretty great, but still have some hot spots here and there. Not these All-clads, they're about perfect. Yes, they're expensive. But in this case you really do get what you pay for. I'm sure there are good options for less. But I'll remember those terrible Farberware handles, and their ugly warped bottoms, for the rest of my life, and, I already can't remember how much I paid for the All-clads. I couldn't be happier with them. Incidentally, if you're considering induction--quit considering and take the plunge. I've been a gas cooktop guy all my life, and have hated every electric stove I've ever used. But induction is best of both worlds. You get instant heat, but easy clean. I can put a quart of water on one of these induction burners and it's boiling in a couple minutes. My massive cast iron egg pan is ready to go in the time it takes to get the eggs out. I often boil a little water on the stove to wash a dish or two, coz it's faster than waiting for the hot water at the tap. Good thing the smooth glass top is easy to clean, coz it's super easy to have a boilover. The heat comes on so fast and so hot; it takes some getting used to. I'll probably never go back to gas.

Bought this for my son and daughter in law who had an older Teflon coated pots and pans set who were concerned about the coatings. I had used All Clad in a past professional cooking career and loved it. So far they seem to really like it....and as I told her...great cooks deserve great tools of the trade....and she's an awesome cook.

I was very disappointed with this such expensive purchase. The main reason I purchased these is because I wanted something ovenproof. They were not as heavy as I was expecting, I do think they were built well, I did not like how they stain really bad, even with water spots and you cannot get it off and most of all you cannot use any scouring pad on them, if anyone knows when you cook in the oven things splatter and get baked on. I am sure the first time I was to use them for that they would look 10-20 years old. They recommend using a special cleaner they have and they did not mention it would take off baked on or water stains, but who wants to do that, so much for the dishwasher. One of the big lids had a very large stain or scratch on it, do not know which, but I could not clean it off. They recommend drying them after cleaning and if your dishwasher leaves any spots, you would need to take them out after the wash to make sure they were good and dry. The reason I went with these expensive pots and pans is because of the praises it received from American Test Kitchen, guess I will think twice with what they say in the future. I truly want to return them, they are so not worth the price. They say they are for professionals, would hate to see what they looked like after the first use. I do not recommend these in the very least. Will be checking into Calphalon, Demeyere, Mauviel or Scanpan.