The 8 Quart MultiClad Pro Triple Ply Stainless stockpot is the perfect sized high-quality stock pot for easily making perfect pasta to soups. Like all of the MultiClad Pro Triple Ply Stainless cookware, the even heat provides exceptional heat control while heating very quickly compared to other products. Cleanup is also soooo easy. Thank you, Cuisinart, for providing such a great product at an affordable price.