heat distribution for faster cooking. Its large capacity allows you to cook soups, spaghetti and more in larger quantities. The stainless steel deep stock pot has a modern design that is a breeze to use. It comes with a tempered glass lid with a vent to let you monitor the cooking process. A stay cool handle allows for easy gripping. Its silver tone blends nicely with your other dishware, making it a nice-looking tool to have on hand. You can easily store it in your cabinet when you are not cooking up a delicious meal for family and friends to enjoy. This Oster 16-Quart Stock Pot even makes a nice housewarming gift to new homeowners, offering them an opportunity to try out their skills.