Calphalon Classic Saucepan (2.5 Qt)

Cookware

The Calphalon Classic 2.5-Quart Saucepan is the versatile everyday pot that handles sauces, grains, soups, and reheating with ease. Constructed from hard-anodized aluminum for fast, even heating, it features a dual-layer nonstick interior for effortless food release and cleanup. The thoughtful design includes interior measurement markings, a straining lid with pour spout alignment, and rounded corners for easy stirring. The stay-cool stainless steel handle provides secure grip during cooking.

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Why We Love It

This is the pot you'll reach for multiple times a day—perfect for reheating soup, cooking oatmeal, making rice, or preparing pan sauces. The 2.5-quart size is ideal for 2-4 servings, and the straining lid is genuinely useful for draining pasta or vegetables without a separate colander. The nonstick surface means delicate sauces won't stick, and cleanup takes seconds. It's affordable, reliable, and smartly designed.

Key Features

2.5-quart capacity perfect for everyday cooking
Hard-anodized aluminum for fast, even heating
Dual-layer nonstick for easy food release
Interior measurement markings for convenience
Straining lid with pour spout alignment
Rounded corners for easy stirring
Stay-cool stainless steel handle
Oven-safe to 450°F

Ideal For

Making sauces, gravies, and reductions

Cooking grains, rice, and oatmeal

Reheating soups and leftovers

Boiling eggs and blanching vegetables

Everyday cooking tasks that need a reliable pot

Pro Tips

1
Use low to medium heat—the aluminum heats quickly and efficiently
2
Don't use cooking spray—it leaves residue that causes sticking
3
Use the straining lid to drain pasta water directly into the sink
4
Use wooden, silicone, or coated utensils to protect nonstick
5
Perfect for making rice: 1:2 ratio of rice to water, bring to boil, cover and simmer 18 min