With the Bakken-Swiss Essential 20-Piece Cookware Collection, we had the goal to provide you with the essentials you need without compromising on our outstanding standards. We also designed this set for durability and convenience–the robust tempered glass lids and the cool-touch handles provide safety. Tailored for cooks of every level, this set will match all your expectations. The heat distribution is one of this set s strengths. It ensures that every dish, slow-simmered stew or rapid sear, is cooked to perfection. The transparent, tempered glass lids help you check your food so you do not need to uncover it, which sometimes causes the ingredients to lose moisture or flavor. We wanted to make the washing part quick and easy too–our products are stain-resistant and are made of easy-to-clean surfaces.