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Cuisinart Stainless Steel Saute Pan, 5.5-Quart

Last updated: December 14, 2020


This saute pan is constructed with an aluminum encapsulated base. This base eliminates any hot spots, so that your food cooks evenly from start to finish. The pan is also outfitted with a cool-grip handle, tapered rim for drip-free pouring and a matching lid.

Cuisinart Stainless Steel Saute Pan, 5.5-Quart
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We looked at the top Saute Pans and dug through the reviews from some of the most popular review sites. Through this analysis, we've determined the best Saute Pan you should buy.

Cuisinart Stainless Steel, 5.5 Quart Sauté Pan w/ Cover, Helper Handle, Chef's Classic, 733-30H

Cuisinart Stainless Steel, 5.5 Quart Sauté Pan w/ Cover, Helper Handle, Chef's Classic, 733-30H
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$59.95

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Key Takeaway: Elegant is the best word to describe this saute pan, which has an attractive mirror finish.

In our analysis of 22 expert reviews, the Cuisinart Stainless Steel Saute Pan, 5.5-Quart placed 4th when we looked at the top 11 products in the category. For the full ranking, see below.

From The Manufacturer

The 5.5 Quart Sauté Pan with Helper Handle & Cover is a supremely versatile pan twith high, straight sides and the flat cooking surface to maximize capacity. Sear meats, poultry and more; cover to simmer for a perfect finish with convenient measurement markings so you know exactly how much food you are preparing.

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Expert Reviews


What reviewers liked

Grabs attention with its sleek, stainless steel construction from handle to lid.
- BestReviews
This saute pan features a generous 5.5-quart capacity along with a stylish mirror-finish exterior.
- Heavy
The rim has been formed especially for drip-free pouring, allowing you to cook spicy curries and heartwarming broths and simply transfer them into a dish to serve, without spilling or making a mess.
- Ktchn Dad
This 5.5 quart sauté pan has a “helper handle” and cover. The helper handle is great for lifting the pan off the stove to pour things out and for stabilizing while cooking.
- Best Reviews Hub
The pan is polished to a brilliant sheen that reappears after each washing.
- Best Choice Reviews
The stylish and shiny sauté pan may seem like the best choice considering it is so cheap but also because it comes with a lifetime warranty to protect it from any damages or defects that may occur while in use.
- Kitchen Aria

What reviewers didn't like

The downside of a stainless steel pan such as this model is that food is prone to sticking.
- BestReviews
Cleanup can be tricky. Food tends to stick. A bit heavy.
- Heavy
- Ktchn Dad
- Best Reviews Hub
- Best Choice Reviews
The pan is only made of 2 ply cast stainless steel instead of 3 ply which does make it lighter but also less durable and less even heat distribution.
- Kitchen Aria

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