Sauce Pans & Lids

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Learn About Commercial Saucepans

Whether you’re a home cook or a professional chef, every kitchen needs a commercial sauce pan. They are an almost all-purpose pan that can go from making signature sauces and stews all the way to cooking rice, pasta and blanching vegetables.  

Sauce pans are either straight-sided or tapered. They’re shorter than a stock pot but taller than braziers. Commonly made of aluminum or stainless steel, sauce pans are extremely durable and long-lasting. We have options with silicone handles and riveted handles. Pans with a larger capacity can include helper handles to ease carrying. 

Sizes range from 1.5 qt all the way up to 11 qt. We sell top brands like SignatureWares, Browne, and Vollrath.  

Don’t forget the lid or cover! The compatible lid (sold separately) helps maintain temperatures and keeps heat within the pot.  

Check out the Commercial Pots and Pans Buying Guide. It breaks down the type of pots, materials, type of handles and features. 

Commercial Saucepans FAQ

What do you use a sauce pan for?

Sauce pans can be used to prepare sauces, as the name suggests, but they are also great for cooking pasta, rice, vegetables and more.

What type of pan is best for sauces?

The best type of pan for sauces depends on the specific sauce you are preparing. Most sauces can be made in a sauce pan. However, for delicate sauces like hollandaise, a double boiler is the best pan. For sauces that need to be reduced, a wide pan like a sauté pan, frying pan, or braiser is recommended.

What is a sauce pan called?

A sauce pan, also known as a saucepan, is a deep, straight-sided pan with a long handle and a lid. There are also tapered sauce pans available.

What makes a good sauce pan?

A good sauce pan should have a thick base, a welded handle and a compatible tight-fitting lid with a strong handle. Stainless steel or aluminum are preferred materials for professional chefs.