This Demeyere Apollo Saucepan with Lid Stainless Steel has been designed to keep as much heat as possible within the pot rather than heating up the surrounding air and your kitchen! For optimal cooking in a saucepan the walls should not draw heat up and away from the bottom of the pot. The heat should be contained by the walls and the lid; the base of the saucepan should conduct heat evenly.
Demeyere are the copper pans of the 21st century - they give as good a cooking result, but are easier to use and easier to maintain.
Why we love it:
- Less stirring is required because thanks to the 7 layer base (which includes a layer of pure aluminium) heat is spread evenly across the base of the pan, so the contents won't burn (as long as you are using a normal level of heat). The design and construction of the base also allows you to use a large pan on a smaller heat source and still get an even spread of heat across the bottom of the pan.
- The thin, straight stainless steel walls keep the heat contained in the pan so food will cook more quickly, saving time and energy.
- The lid fits exceptionally tightly to the pot. This prevents steam from escaping, which means it is possible to cook with very little or no water. Cooking with little water is very fast and steams the food so that more flavours and nutrients are retained. Cooking with no water retains all the nutrients and produces delicious results.
- The welded stainless steel handle prevents the accumulation of dirt or leftovers and guarantee hygienic cooking. It is comfortable to hold and remains cool to touch on the hob so there is no need for a cloth or glove.
- It has a perfect pouring edge for both liquids and sauces of any consistency, so if you make a risotto or use this saucepan for making stock you do not need to use a ladle.
- Since it is stainless steel you can use any type of utensil; metal, wooden, silicone without the risk of damaging the surface.