This Cuisinart Sauce Pan is endorsed by none other than the legendary French chef, Paul Bocuse, (the only restaurateur in the world to be awarded the prestigious Michelin 3 Stars for over 36 consecutive years) This small Cuisinart saucepan is ideal for sauces, boiling a couple of eggs, cooking vegetables and any number of other tasks. Cuisinart Sauce Pan Chefs Classic stainless cookware is high quality, yet affordable. Unlike many lines of cookware, this can go in the dishwasher for clean up, yet the aluminum core within the base provides even and efficient heating. Stainless steel not only looks great, it is also non-reactive with food, an important consideration for any cook.