How To Simmer Something

4 different slow cooker settings, + simmer, + steam....My other crock pots always cooked too high, even on low. This has a simmer and warm. Perfect even heating! Thank you!!

Pros: easy to clean, convenient, versatility

The enameled cast iron is great at giving you all of the advantages of cast iron, but none of the extreme maintenance. It’s great to make something in the pumpkin and then bring it out on the table to show off the design.

Pros: quality, appearance, size

It is somewhat heavy, but that adds something light weight pans cannot offer - holding the heat. ...Then I add all ingredients together including the shrimp to simmer. The pot holds a lot of water et al. It does get heavy.

Pros: versatility, quality, heat retention

Being able to use non-stick spray and have it clean up like new is something I had to see to believe....Although I haven't ever spent this kind of money on pans in the past, I rationalized the lifetime warranty and my desire for something different....

Pros: durable, easy to clean, versatility

You can sauté, brown and then simmer in the same pan or put it in the oven if you like. ...I used it just the other night to sear and simmer and then threw it in the oven to braise...amazing!

Pros: versatility, durable, size

Perfect for simmering spaghetti sauce, reducing stock, whisking together gravy and more, this saucepan features high, gently curved sides for easy stirring and a sturdy, ergonomic handle. Cast iron’s efficient heating makes it easy to simmer without...

Pros: quality, color, easy to clean

All in all, I am beginning to favor the Le Creuset over my All Clad D5. And that's saying something!

I purchased the 7.25 on sale and it was well worth the price (even if the color doesn't match my other pieces). ...Everything I made in this pot is delicious...

Pros: durability, color, versatility

I don't mind spending a great deal of money for something exceptional in my kitchen but this did not deliver what I had hoped for.

Pros: even heating, high quality, heats evenly

I had been using an 10 qt pan (very unwieldy) for the past 15 years and wanted something smaller. I was concerned about the weight, but it is very easy to work with, even with 5 pounds of fudge in it.

Pros: easy to clean, heats evenly, durable

A traditional French cooking vessel designed to concentrate flavorful juices, this Dutch oven is ideal for stews, soups, casseroles, roasts, and braises. With a wide profile and shorter sides, this Dutch oven is suitable for frying, simmering, braising...

Pros: versatility, size, durable

Ive had other 4qt pots before but there is something unique about this design. Its tall rather than wide. ...Love the glass lid for watching food simmer!

Pros: perfect size, easy to clean, glass lid

Excellent size and clean up is a breeze soap and water if something is a aliitle tuff just add hot water let sit a minute and cleans right up...It’s far more useful than I thought it would be. When hearing something, it heats faster than my old pots....

Pros: color, quality, perfect size

I bought this because I make a lot of soups -- but I've found I ended up using it for more than just simmer soups. It's a great size for our small family.

Pros: versatility, perfect size, appearance

The 2-quart Industry 5 Saucier is the go-to for simmering soups, reducing savory sauces, cooking fluffy risotto, and more. The flared walls help prevent grains from lodging in corners, while the wide mouth facilitates quicker sauce reduction, and makes...

Pros: even heating, no rivets, easy to clean

A million years ago, as a student in France, I was served a cassoulet in something just like this - an adorable black oval cast iron pot.

Pros: perfect size, even heating, no seasoning needed

This pot is perfect size for making enough stew for 4 teenager boys! The stew can simmer on low heat for hours, no burning, no fuss.

Pros: versatility, durability, quality

Great for simmering soups, cooking grains, reducing pan sauces and more, Scanpan’s professional nonstick saucepan heats evenly and releases effortlessly. Scanpan’s Stratanium nonstick won’t blister, peel or scrape away, even when using metal utensils....

Pros: non-stick, easy to clean, durable

Le Creuset’s cast-iron Dutch ovens are perfect for slow cooking, simmering soups and stews, and baking everything from side dishes to artisan bread. Tight-fitting lids keep moisture from escaping, ensuring your slow-cooked dishes are steadily basted...

Pros: color, perfect size, size

I've used my 5.5 qt Crueset dutch oven for years and still love it--however, as my kids have grown, it became clear that our family appetite had outgrown my favorite pot. I wanted something that could cook either two 4 lb chickens or a 10 lb bird.

Pros: beautiful, perfect for large quantities, color

All-Clad’s soup pot is perfect for everything from simmering hearty stews and stocks to boiling pasta or blanching vegetables. Its wide bottom allows you to sauté ingredients before adding liquids, while the high sides help retain heat for precise and...

Pros: compact size, fabulous, classy

Make perfectly poached eggs with our convenient egg poaching pods. To use, simply heat your water until it reaches a simmer, fill each pod with an egg, place the pods in your water and in minutes you'll have perfectly poached eggs! Made from durable...

Pros: ease of use, dishwasher safe, convenience

The Hestan ProBond® Luxe Stainless Steel 3-qt. Soup Pot with Steamer Insert offers two-in-one functionality for simmering and steaming. Use the 3-qt. pot for soups and broths, or add the steamer insert for vegetables, dumplings, and more. Built with...

Simmer stocks, drain pastas and more with this versatile multicooker. Crafted from durable yet lightweight stainless steel, this multicooker heats evenly and boasts incredible heat retention, allowing for perfect browning on foods. The included lid is...

Pros: size, light weight, sturdy

All-Clad’s saucepan is perfectly designed for preparing smaller portions, whether you’re simmering sauces, blanching vegetables or reheating leftovers. Its high, straight sides help retain heat and minimize evaporation, while the compact surface area...