It's our first Rachel Ray pan in this series, so I wondered how it would perform. Using this pan has been a joy. It's very sturdy for an aluminum pan and the quality of materials is very good. Many of these celebrity-sponsored pans skimp on things, but this one does not. The large size offers plenty of cooking room. The handles are comfortable to grip and the silicone backing on them helps you keep control. However, I wish the silicon on the lid handle wrapped around more. The handle gets very hot and when you lift it up so you can stir, etc.