Expertly prepare pasta, soup and sauces as well as steamed vegetables and seafood with this multifunctional pot. Crafted of stainless steel, the multipot has a wide, heavy-duty base for efficient heating. Wide handles on the pan and strainer insert allow for easy handling even with pot holders. The pot features interior measurement markings, and the insert's strategically placed holes drain water quickly from noodles, potatoes, corn on the cob and more. The stockpot can also be used alone for canning, blanching and preparing food in large quantities.All-Clad has been crafting cookware since 1971.