Rachael Ray Cookware in Pots & Pans(116)

What are the benefits of porcelain enamel cookware?

With its baked-on cooking surface, porcelain enamel cookware is easy to clean and resistant to scratches, nicks, and discoloration. Porcelain enamel cookware is a good choice for people learning to cook and for people who need lightweight cookware due to mobility issues or other reasons.

What does it mean when cookware is hard anodized?

Hard-anodized cookware is cookware that has a special protective coating that's more durable than some other types of nonstick cookware. Hard-anodized nonstick cookware is safe to use over very high heat, unlike some types of non-stick cookware that can only be used over medium heat at the hottest. Hard-anodized cookware heats up evenly and fast, which is nice if you're always in a hurry at dinnertime. However, you must take special care when using and cleaning hard-anodized cookware to preserve the non-stick coating.

How large of a stockpot do I need to cook chili for 15 people?

Plan on making about 2 1/2 gallons of chili to feed 15 people. You'll need a 12-quart stockpot at the minimum to leave room for adding ingredients, stirring, and bubbling of the chili as it simmers.