Quote Originally Posted by cassiesmom View Post
Do you set it directly on the burner, though? If it is clay, would I need to put it in a pot of simmering water to start the steam -- like a bain marie? With the All-Clad I wouldn't be afraid to place the metal bottom right on the burner or in the oven.
I don't know about electric stove tops but I know our chef used fire burners and used it directly on the burner. It isn't at all like a bagna maria. No need to put it into anything. It is made specifically for in the shape it is for that reason.