So, it was no surprise that the company’s founder, John Ulam (a metallurgist by trade), discovered that the bonding of different metals created composites that provided exceptional results with cookware. John has been awarded more than 50 U.S. patents for his work with bonding metals, and he has applied his accomplishments to creating what many renown chefs and connoisseurs alike believe to be the best cookware made.

The All-Clad stainless cookware construction, referred to as Tri-Ply bonded construction, consists of an induction stainless steel exterior, an aluminum inner core and an 18/10 stainless steel interior. The highly polished 18/10 stainless steel interior cooking surface will not interact with foods and cleans quickly and effortlessly. The inner aluminum core is designed to retain and distribute heat evenly. The magnetic exterior layer of stainless steel makes it suitable for electric, gas and induction hobs.

The All-Clad stainless collection is oven and broiler safe. Non-stick items are not broiler safe, but are oven safe up to 500 degrees F. The stainless steel collection is completely dishwasher safe. LTD, MC2 and Cop-R-Chef collections need to be hand-washed. The stainless collection also features the company’s unique “stay-cool” long handles, lids created from glistening 18/10 stainless steel, and highly durable stainless-steel rivets.

All-Clad stainless D5 has 5 layers of metal and is heavier than the original stainless cookware. It has an 18/10 stainless steel interior cooking surface, followed by an aluminum layer and another stainless steel layer. The fourth layer is aluminum to help promote even heating. The fifth layer is a stainless steel magnetic exterior allowing it to be suitable for induction cook tops, just like the original All-Clad stainless. D5 also includes a more ergonomic handle and flared brims, much like what you find in the All-Clad Copper Core series. D5 also features a larger second handle to make it easier to pick up with the use of pot holders and oven mitts.

One of the significant advantages associated with All-Clad stainless cookware is that it operates very efficiently at reduced temperatures. The reason for this occurs because All-Clad stainless cookware is designed to dispense heat evenly. A minimal temperature setting is analogous to a medium-heat setting with many other brands of cookware.

All-Clad stainless cookware is definitely the ultimate reflection of style and practicality and is a fantastic choice for any kitchen.