Matfer Bourgeat Excellence Casserole Pot 5 3/4 Qt

Matfer Bourgeat Excellence: The Last Casserole You Will Ever Buy


Precision-engineered in France to deliver professional heat distribution and a lifetime of rigorous kitchen use.


Why Matfer Bourgeat Leads the Industry


When a kitchen demands consistency, there is no room for hot spots or warped bottoms. The Matfer Bourgeat Excellence 5 3/4 Qt Casserole is the workhorse of the professional culinary world. Forged from high-grade, multi-ply stainless steel, this pot is designed to handle the relentless demands of a high-volume service line while remaining elegant enough for the most refined home kitchens.


Unlike lower-tier cookware, this vessel features a reinforced, non-drip edge that ensures your sauces and stocks make it onto the plate rather than down the side of your pot. The handle is not merely attached; it is welded with proprietary techniques to ensure it stays rock-solid, even when filled to capacity. The stainless steel body provides exceptional durability, resisting the pitting and corrosion that plague cheaper stainless alternatives over time.


Whether you are reducing a demi-glace, simmering a mirepoix, or braising short ribs, the heat retention is unparalleled. It is fully induction ready, making it a future-proof investment for both modern induction suites and classic gas ranges. This is not cookware for the casual cook who upgrades every two years—this is a professional tool built to survive decades of constant heat cycles, deglazing, and commercial scrubbing.


SKU: 693024

Availability: In stock

Regular Price: $200.00

Special Price $180.00

  • Details

    Technical Specifications & Performance Metrics

    • Primary SKU / Model ID: 693024
    • Capacity: 5.75 Quarts (Perfect for medium-batch stocks and braises)
    • Diameter: 9 1/2 inches
    • Height: 4 3/4 inches
    • Material: High-Grade Professional Stainless Steel
    • Heat Source Compatibility: Induction, Gas, Electric, Ceramic
    • Edge Design: Reinforced, no-drip pouring rim
    • Handle Construction: Welded stainless steel for zero-maintenance and sanitation
    • Country of Manufacture: France

    Practical Application Notes

    • Induction Performance: The magnetic stainless composition ensures rapid, uniform heat distribution across the entire base, eliminating the need to rotate the pot on the burner.
    • Sanitation Standards: The welded handle design eliminates the rivets where food and bacteria typically hide, meeting the highest health safety standards for busy line cooks.
    • Heat Cycling: This pot is engineered to withstand sudden temperature changes, such as moving from a high-heat sear to a low-heat deglaze, without compromising the structural integrity of the base.

    When We Recommend Matfer Bourgeat

    Who it Fits Best

    Ideal for serious home chefs building a 'buy-it-once' kitchen and line cooks who need equipment that won't warp under 12-hour shifts.

    Where it Excels

    Reductions, delicate simmering, and braising where even heat distribution and precise temperature control are paramount.

    Professional Comparisons

    Sturdier and more reliable than consumer-grade 'department store' brands; provides a superior heat-to-weight ratio compared to thick-bottomed copper pots that require excessive maintenance.

    Chef Feedback

    "The non-drip edge is what chefs talk about; it sounds minor until you're pouring 50 portions of sauce without a single drip hitting the deck."

    Trade-offs & Considerations

    It is not a 'non-stick' surface. If you are looking for an egg-flipping pan, this is not it. It requires proper heat management to prevent sticking.

    Additional Info

    SKU 693024
    Brand Matfer Bourgeat
    Manufacturer's Part Number 693024
    Country of Manufacture France
    Volume 5.75 qt.
    Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price $266.00

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