Looking to cook up a storm in the kitchen? Our collection of extra large cooking pots is here to help you whip up delicious meals for a crowd. Whether you're hosting a dinner party, preparing a family feast, or simply love to batch cook, these oversized pots are designed to handle your biggest culinary adventures. From simmering soups and stews to boiling pasta and blanching vegetables, these pots offer ample space and superior heat distribution for even cooking. Explore our selection of extra large cooking pots and take your culinary creations to the next level.

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  • (239)

    A gorgeous pot, cooks beautifully and is great for a large family meal. ...The perfect size and dimensions for large roasts and other one pot meals. I have several Staub pieces and am never disappointed with the finish and quality.

    easy to clean, versatility, self-basting lid

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  • (175)

    This pot is good for cooking large batches of chicken curries, I use this pot mainly for chicken...EXCELLENT, BUT I BOUGHT TOO LARGE A SIZE! Probably only needed 5 qt tall, not wide.

    easy to clean, price, quality

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  • (128)

    I LOVE, LOVE this pot!!!! Since the family is growing I needed a bigger pot. ...Beautiful, heavy and well made. Large cooking surface for soups, stews, breads and baking.

    versatility, durability, large size

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  • (121)

    I like the warming function that occurs automatically after cooking but also the stand alone warning that is great for entertaining....Cooks beautifully, large enough for a crowd.

    durability, appearance, versatility

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  • (114)

    Round out your cookware with this stockpot and cover, offering the perfect convenience for family cooking with induction ready performance. Interior measurement markings make it easier to keep an eye on your stocks, soups, and more. The wide design maximizes...

    easy to clean, size, quality

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  • (81)

    I have a large family and often make several servings...All in one pot cooking and the quality of Staub is fantastic....Great for large batch cooking...Staub is always perfect. This large pot will accommodate my needs nicely.

    large capacity, large size, even cooking

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  • (73)

    Great pot for holiday dinner!...My customer bought this Staub 13.25qt. and he said, he's not surprised how great it cooked a large amount of food. It is a wonderful cast iron pot, he would not trade it for any other cast iron pot. ...I love my staub...

    self-basting lid, large capacity, versatility

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  • (63)

    I had my large dutch oven for 20 years and I am buying another to replace it. ...This is a large pot, but it is lighter than other smaller pots by other manufacturers.

    durability, color, versatility

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  • (47)

    My wife bought this pot for me as a Christmas gift, and I love it! I have a 12-qt pot, but it's a little too big for everyday use. ...Excellent stock pot...This is a fantastic stock pot. I?m a mere person to All Clad and find all of their products to...

    durable, easy to clean, versatility

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  • (22)

    Great all around pot...Great all around cooking pot for soups and sauces...Just remember to let the pot cool down first.

    easy to clean, perfect size, right size

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  • (15)

    Perfect little soup pot...I love all my Le Creuset cookware and this pot is no exception. The 4 1/2 qt. size is perfect for most of my soup recipes. ...I love this pot!...It's the perfect size for large meal preparation without the fear of boiling over....

    versatility, durability, quality

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  • (7)

    Perfect pot!...This is the perfect size and shape for making big pots of spaghetti sauce and curries. And it's living up to our non-stick expectations as a Scanpan!...This stew pot has a large capacity. Great for a big pot of soup, stew, or just about...

    perfect size, perfect for pot roast, perfect shape

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  • (4)

    Good pot, BUT...Very good pot, but too much heat is transferred to the handles and they get too hot....excellent pot...excellent quality pot, lighter weight than the normal Le Creuse pot. !

    lighter weight, nice stockpot, good pot

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  • (3)

    Ideal for thick hearty stews and chili or boiling potatoes, seafood or pasta, these stock pots are designed to be compatible with the detachable, interchangeable handles of the Strate collection (sold separately).

    Completely made in France, the Strate...

    stacking capability, performance, size

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  • (2)

    Great big pot is super durable with great grips. I like this so well I threw out my thinner soup pots.

    size, color, great grips

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  • (1)

    Whether boiling fresh lobster or cooking an oversized batch of gumbo for family and friends, this enameled steel stockpot delivers excellent heat distribution for amazing results every time. Made with a durable porcelain enamel coating, this pot resists...

    appearance, matches picture

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  • (1)

    Love all of our All-Clad pots. We've had some for more than 20 years and expect they will last another 20.

    durability, flawless quality, solid build

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  • (1371)

    Best cooking pot...This is the most gorgeous cooking pot. Follow the directions on how to use and everything comes out nice . ...Love the lids compared to your typical pots

    easy to clean, easy cleanup, durable

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  • (58)

    Even cooking surface....I've used it for all types of cooking from frying chicken to using it for a hotpot (it's a little to shallow for a hotpot pot but it worked). ...One can use it to cook for a large crowd as well as smaller quantities.

    It is very...

    versatility, easy to clean, large size

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  • (54)

    Love this pot!...I love my Dutch oven, clad pot. It is the best I have ever had and works great when I am cooking, and also cleans up well!...Fantastic pot...The ceramic pots are my favorite pots to cook with. No matter what I do, nothing sticks to the...

    easy to clean, even heating, built-in strainer

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  • (42)

    Love the size. Perfect for a large chicken, small, turkey, or a pot of red beans for a crowd. ...Beautiful Red 6.5 QT Wide Oval Staub Pot...The pot was big enough to fit this rather large recipe perfectly.

    size, versatility, color

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  • (4)

    Beautiful pot,...I do not believe this pot is 5 ply. It is very light compared to other pots in this line and burns food easily.

    beautiful

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  • (4)

    Full of unique, chef-friendly features such as interior measurement markings, rounded corners and rims, comfy stay-cool handles and self-basting lids, Castel’Pro is made in France and designed by chefs for fast, precise, economical cooking. These...

    nonstick, usefulness, versatility

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  • (1)

    This large crêpe pan is ideal for cooking savory crêpes for dinner, sweet crêpes for dessert, or even pizza, pancakes and eggs. The extra-flat profile and nonstick coating allow food to slide easily off the pan onto a plate, making cleanup...

    even heating, light weight

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Extra Large Cooking Pots

When it comes to preparing meals for a crowd or tackling ambitious recipes, extra large cooking pots are indispensable in the kitchen. These big pots for cooking are designed for those moments when a standard saucepan simply won’t do—think hearty seafood boils on a summer evening, slow-simmered stews for family reunions, or batches of homemade stock that fill the house with comforting aromas. A big boiling pot or a big big pot offers ample capacity for layering flavors, accommodating bulky ingredients, or even prepping meals in advance for the week. With their generous size, these pots are ideal for anyone who enjoys entertaining, meal prepping, or simply making sure there’s always enough to go around. They’re also a thoughtful gift for newlyweds building a kitchen from scratch, home chefs who love to host, or anyone who’s recently moved into a home with a spacious kitchen and dreams of cooking for friends and family.

Choosing the right extra large cooking pot involves more than just picking the biggest vessel on the shelf. Consider the material: a thick walled cooking pot with a tight fitting lid is perfect for recipes that require even heat distribution and slow, gentle simmering, such as braised meats or rich tomato sauces. For those who value easy cleanup and effortless food release, big pots for cooking non stick are a smart choice, especially when preparing dishes that tend to stick or burn. Handles should feel sturdy and comfortable, since lifting a big cooking pot full of soup or pasta can be a hefty task. If you’re planning to use your pot for canning, seafood boils, or commercial-scale cooking, you might want to explore options with reinforced bases or even browse our selection of Commercial Cooking Pots for added durability and capacity.

Summer gatherings often call for recipes that make the most of fresh, seasonal ingredients, and extra large cooking pots rise to the occasion beautifully. Imagine filling a big boiling pot with sweet corn, new potatoes, and shellfish for a backyard boil, or simmering a fragrant batch of chili to feed a hungry crowd after a day at the lake. These pots aren’t limited to special occasions, either—they’re just as useful for everyday cooking, like making bone broth to freeze for later or preparing a pot of beans that will stretch across several meals. Their versatility and practicality make them a mainstay in kitchens of all sizes, ensuring you’re always ready to cook, share, and celebrate with those you love. Whether you’re stocking your own kitchen or searching for the perfect gift for a passionate home cook, an extra large cooking pot is a choice that brings people together and transforms simple ingredients into memorable meals.

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