You want hollandaise on poached eggs and chocolate sauce on a cake, but to do it right, you'll need a double boiler. Is it worth the grief? Yes, and this convenient midsize outfit reduces the grief by quickly providing what is needed for smooth sauces, while incidentally adding an extra 2-quart pan to a kitchen's repertoire. The pieces are made of highly polished stainless steel, and have phenolic handles that stay cool, are oven safe to 350 degrees, and have metal hanging loops; the large "knob" handle on the lid is also easy to get a hold of in a hurry. The pans are also dishwasher-safe. --Richard Farr
Product Features
* 2-quart double boiler great for making candy and delicate desserts * Made of heavy 18/10 stainless steel polished to mirror finish * Aluminum core in base for quick, even heating; base capped by stainless steel * Handle stays cool on stovetop, oven-safe to 350 degrees F * Lifetime warranty against defects