The Connoisseur premium pasta baskets are made of 18/8 stainless steel that is electro-polished for added corrosion resistance. The extra-heavyweight construction stands up to the constant knocking of its edges when removing pasta. The cylindrical design allows water to flow freely for even cooking and the ergonomic handle is comfortable and has an open end for hang drying. The baskets can be used with most pasta cooker machines and standard stock pots. 18/8 stainless steel, with reinforced frame Designed specifically for fine pasta, such as capellini and linguine Items that come into contact with food should be washed before first use