Designed for easy cooking and cleanup, Calphalon Kitchen Essentials Nonstick cookware makes it easy to prepare your favorite recipes. The hard-anodized exterior and nonstick interior is a classic combination delivering even heating, durability and efficient clean-up. This 6 qt. Stock Pot has tall, straight sides, and is ideal for making soups, stock and chili as well as cooking pasta. The glass cover allows you to monitor the cooking process. Comfortable silicone soft-grip handles stay cool on the stovetop.