The Gourmet Standard 2.5-Quart Saucepan is well balanced and includes a tight-fitting lid to help speed up cooking time. This stainless steel saucepan excels as a saute pan and can also be used for creating sauces, boiling vegetables, braising, and more. It has a lifetime warranty backed by Gourmet Standard. For almost a decade, Gourmet Standard has been creating innovative kitchen essentials in stainless steel and aluminum cookware, bakeware, accessories, and more. Its specialty cookware product lines impress both customers and the food industry with their usability, durability, and style.