Cookware Lids With Built-in Strainers

Taking cooking convenience to a new level, numerous cookware brands have pot lids with strainers built right into the lid design. Also called vented lids, most have two sizes of strainers - one on each side of the lid. Though straining lids do add slightly to the price of the cookware, the convenience is well worth it.

Straining cookware lids are not only handy, they make it easy to strain hot foods right from the pan and eliminate the need for a separate strainer. A pot design which incorporate pouring spouts along with the strainers further improves efficiency. The built-in strainer also adds an element of safety when handling and straining hot cookware contents.

To strain foods, just turn the lid so the large or small straining area is lined up with the pot's pouring spout and while holding down the lid, pour out the hot liquid you want to remove. Aligning the strainers with the pot spouts helps steam to escape when foods are cooking, reducing the risk of spillovers.

The cookware featured is a Cuisinart Chef's Classic 18/10 stainless steel pot with pouring spouts and clear tempered glass vented lid. This lid design feature is not limited to Cuisinart, it's available in many other brands of cookware, whether individual stock pieces or full sets.

When shopping for cookware, look for this convenience feature - it will save you time and clean-up in the long run.

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