Cristel 1826 brushed 18/10 stainless steel Stockpot + Castel'Pro stainless steel lid

Cristel 's stewpot for demanding cooking requirements

Designed for those who like to cook with seriousness and precision, the Cristel 1826 stewpot with Castel'Pro stainless steel lid is a must-have for high-performance kitchens. It combines all the know-how of the Cristel brand, rooted in a French manufacturing tradition since 1826, with the modern demands of controlled, sustainable cooking. This model is aimed at enlightened amateurs as well as rigorous cooks looking for a sturdy, elegant utensil ready to withstand long hours of simmering.

Technical materials for long-lasting efficiency

The stewpot's bowl is made of solid 18/10 stainless steel, a material renowned in the professional world for :

• its long service life, even under intensive use
• its resistance to oxidation, humidity and temperature variations
• its absence of porosity: no transfer of taste or food residues

Beneath this brushed surface lies a triple-layer heat-diffusing base consisting of :

• An inner layer of 18/10 stainless steel for impeccable food contact
• An aluminum core for rapid, uniform temperature rise
• An outer layer of induction-compatible magnetic stainless steel

This high-quality base offers remarkable thermal stability, without deformation, and works equally well on gas hobs, ceramic hobs, induction hobs and in ovens up to +300°C.

Professional design and Castel'Pro stainless steel lid

Unlike the 1826 stewpot with glass lid, this stewpot is paired here with the Castel'Pro lid, in shiny stainless steel, for a high-end finish that's as elegant as it is functional. This lid:

• Is dimensionally stable, even after prolonged exposure to heat
• Features a wide, ergonomic handle, securely screwed on
• Ensures perfect steam retention, while being easy to handle with gloves or tea towels
• Oven and dishwasher-proof, with no alteration to its appearance

This is a lid designed for professionals, and ideal for all those who want a reliable, long-lasting stainless steel lid, without the risk of breakage associated with glass.

A shape designed for long cooking times

The bowl's conical shape is more than just an aesthetic signature inherited from the world's first deep-drawn saucepan, designed by Cristel in 1826. It brings real benefits in use:

• Controlled evaporation of liquids, ideal for simmered dishes or long sauces
• Optimum accessibility to the bottom of the stewpot for stirring, incorporating or serving
• Even heat distribution, right up to the top edge
• Clean pouring thanks to the wide, well-designed rim

This stewpot is also equipped with two polished stainless steel riveted handles, designed to remain cool when cooking on a griddle, and to allow safe transport even when the bowl is full.

Sizes to suit all recipes

Available in four sizes, the 1826 stewpot with stainless steel lid adapts to all family configurations:

• 16cm - volume: 1.3L - bottom diameter: 12.5cm - height: 8cm → Ideal for homemade sauces or light side dishes
• 18cm - volume: 1.8L - bottom diameter: 14.5cm - height: 9cm → Perfect for small stews or steamed vegetables
• 20cm - volume: 2.6L - bottom diameter: 16.5cm - height: 10cm → Suitable for soups, curries or complete two-course meals
• 24cm - volume: 4.3L - bottom diameter: 18.5cm - height: 12cm → Generous size for large family preparations

And as always with Cristel, the utensils in this collection are stackable (excluding the lid), for efficient storage.

Care tips for long life

This stewpot can be cleaned in the dishwasher, but retains its shine even with a quick manual wash. To care for stainless steel in the best conditions:

• Use a soft sponge and a non-abrasive washing-up liquid
• In the event of marks or loss of shine, apply a special stainless steel paste
• Avoid chlorinated products and metal sponges, which can scratch the surface

Made from top-of-the-range materials, the 1826 stainless steel stewpot stands up perfectly to time, heat and intensive use.

Cristel: French standards since 1826

From its production site in Fesches-le-Châtel, in the Doubs region of France, Cristel designs and manufactures stainless steel cookware for enthusiasts and professionals alike. The 1826 range pays tribute to the brand's origins, with pieces that are as elegant as they are technical, designed to last, and made entirely in France. Each stewpot is the fruit of bicentenary know-how, combined with a certified Origine France Garantie quality approach.

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