I recently purchased this casserole to add to my Chef's Classic 7 piece set, and it is a terrific addition. As with the other pieces in this line, it heats up quickly and evenly and is very responsive to changes in the burner setting. I had planned to purchase a 12" skillet, but saw this pan and selected it as I prefer the two side handles to the long skillet handle -- these pans are heavy and when the pan is full of rice pilaf or pork chops, the two handles are MUCH safer and more comfortable. A bonus was that this pan included a cover, which I know I would have missed had I opted for the skillet.

Like the rest of the line, this pan is dishwasher safe, has a tight-fitting lid, and the rolled lip of the pan facilitates spill-proof pouring. The handles do get warm, so keep a potholder nearby.

I greatly enjoy cooking and really give my cookware a daily workout, cooking almost everything "from scratch." This line of cookware is an excellent value and I highly recommend it.

I needed to replace a cast aluminum dutch oven and this piece is WONDERFUL! Stovetop or oven, the food is cooked evenly and in less time! Clean-up is a breeze. I Love it!