The Gourmet Standard 3-Quart Saucepan includes a tight-fitting lid to prevent steam from escaping. This stainless steel saucepan is well balanced and can be used for a wide variety of cooking uses, including making soups, sauces, boiling vegetables, braising, and even sauteing. 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.