Designed for busy restaurant kitchens, this DEMEYERE Essential stock pot will help you cook like a top chef at home. Prepare stocks, soups, and onepot meals for a crowd in this tall, roomy 8quart stock pot. Thanks to the perfectfit lid that provides excellent heat retention and energyefficient insulation, it’s never been so easy to keep your dishes warm without compromising flavor.The durable 5ply construction boasts optimal heat distribution, conduction, and retention. This guarantees even cooking from rim to rim, for succulent stews, delicious chili, and rich chicken stock. Don’t worry about cooking at high temperatures the signature flat base stability prevents warping.Enjoy cheffriendly features like staycool, 18 10 stainlesssteel handles. Their secure rivets help you maneuver the pot with confidence. While the perfect pouring edge ensures nomess cooking and serving.