Sandwiched between two layers of heavy-duty stainless steel, an extra-thick layer of conductive aluminum distributes heat evenly from edge to edge of these pots and pans. Sauté and frying pans brown meat, vegetables and pancakes perfectly, while the saucepans and stockpot cook up soups, sauces and stews. With straining lids on the saucepans and etched measurement markings on the stockpot interior to aid in adding ingredients, the durable stainless steel cookware stands up to daily use and cleans up easily in the dishwasher. Ideal for a wedding, housewarming or graduation gift, the 11-piece set includes a 1.5-quart lidded straining saucepan, 3-quart lidded straining saucepan, 6-quart lidded stockpot, 3-quart saute pan, 8" frying pan, 11" frying pan with lid and 3.75-quart steamer insert that fits in 6-quart stockpot.