Stellar Profile 5 Piece Draining Saucepan Set – Review

12/11/2024

By Steve Crabtree, November 2024

I like cooking. I like it a lot. Whether I’m any good at it is up for debate, but better kitchen tools make for a better cooking experience and finer cuisine, right? That’s the idea that’s led me to want to replace our old pans with a new set.

My wife—she’s an incredible cook. For her, it’s all about having bigger and better tools in the kitchen. Our old pans had seen their best days, and although they still did the job, little did we realise they were a bit on the small side. They’d become somewhat tatty, making cooking sprees and cleaning up afterward a hassle.

The Stellar Profile 5 Piece Draining Saucepan Set seemed to look the part and promised to give us all the extra we needed.

Eager for an upgrade, we received these pans, and they seemed like the perfect fit to inspire more culinary adventures…

What’s in the Box

14cm stainless steel milk pan
16, 18 and 20cm stainless steel draining saucepans
26cm non-stick stainless steel frying pan

“Sleek, substantial and shiny”

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As far as pans go, the Stellar Profile set strikes you as impressive as soon as you take it out of the box. Sleek, substantial, and shiny. Designed with hard, stylish edges, they’re not just about good looks; the internal measuring scales and thoughtfully designed lids with draining holes add a practical touch that was lacking in our previous set.

The generous size of each pan also promises ample room for family meals without the dreaded boil-over.

My first culinary endeavour with the new pans was a Sag Aloo with Chicken—an excellent test for both the non-stick frying pan and the 18cm saucepan. The frying pan’s width and depth easily accommodated the vibrant mix of garlic, spring onions, and ginger, allowing them to sauté perfectly. When I added the sliced chicken breast and a generous amount of garam masala, the pan provided ample space for the ingredients to cook evenly and brown beautifully without crowding.

The non-stick surface proved its merit here too, as nothing stuck, even when the dish developed a complex, spiced crust.

“Capacity and design”

Simultaneously, the 18cm saucepan was put to use boiling 400g of new potatoes. The pan’s deep design meant there was plenty of room to spare. Adding water and watching them boil was surprisingly satisfying. No, really—it was! The small pans we’d used for years would always boil over and drench the hob. Not anymore!

I’m crediting the perfectly cooked spuds to the quality of this pan set, which provides uniform heat distribution. Once they were done, the innovative draining lid allowed for effortless water removal. Aligning the lid’s draining holes with the pouring lips was a breeze, making this usually cumbersome task unexpectedly simple—and strangely enjoyable.

From there, I added the halved, boiled potatoes to the frying pan. There was plenty of space for them to join the rest of the ingredients and absorb the dish’s rich, spicy flavours.

The capacity and design of each pan not only made cooking more manageable but also enhanced the overall dish by providing room for each ingredient to be added and cooked properly.

Other Benefits

Storage might be a consideration with these pans due to their size, but if you have the space, they quickly become a beloved and impressive part of your kitchen ensemble.

We have a fairly large pan drawer, and they stack nicely, as pans with handles generally do. If we didn’t have that drawer, we might struggle to find the right place for them.

That said, if you prefer to hang your pans in the kitchen, they’re certainly worthy of display. They’re a quality set, and they add a touch of style to any kitchen.

Finally—and I’ve touched on this already—the quality and capacity of these pans also encourage cooking larger meals. They give you the confidence to know you can feed everyone and leave them replete. An asset for any home chef curious about the impact of high-quality cookware on their food—just like me!

What Stellar Say

“Innovation begins at home and creating culinary magic starts with following an instinct for flavour and letting that guide you through every experiment. Perfect your signature dishes, expand your repertoire, and never stop striving for originality. For every mouth-watering creation, cook the Profile way.”

The Verdict

The Stellar Profile 5 Piece Draining Saucepan Set has genuinely impressed me, enhancing the cooking experience in our home.

The robust build supports better cooking, while thoughtful features like the internal measuring scales and easy-to-use draining system show the care put into their design. These aren’t just upgrades; they’ve elevated the kitchen experience, proving that investing in high-quality cookware is worth every penny.

I’m delighted with the Stellar Profile 5 Piece Draining Saucepan Set. It’s worth the price and one of the best kitchenware upgrades we’ve ever made.

The Sag Aloo with Chicken was a hit and tasted delicious, by the way. A resounding success! Now let’s bring on more dishes…

The Stellar Profile 5 Piece Draining Saucepan Set is available at stellar.co.uk. RRP £275.00