Out with calphalon 4qt and in with the tramontina 4qt saucepan. The 4 quart size makes a world of difference between a 3 quart and a 12 quart.

The handle is more rounded and maybe it will slip in my hand but the small helper handle in the front should solve that potential problem. It passes heat very good and lets you go from high heat to low without and burning problems. The handle on the f...  Read More

Lid fits loosely. This makes it unsafe for food.

Love the built in strainer on the lid. The lid comes with drain holes to pour out excess liquid. It cleans easily with soap and warm water.

The rachel ray create 3-qt saucepan has everything i was looking for. Works on induction, drains well, snd is very nonstick even after a couple of months now.

The color of this pan is gorgeous. My daughter is visually impaired and lives this new pit because it’s actually not black inside! The color is a beautiful dark teal. The outside color is so cheerful.

It also has scratches on the bottom even though i used silicone utensils. After only 2 washes the teal finish on the outside of the pot is pealing. The bottom coating still scratches off.