If you're looking to buy a double-boiler insert or double boiler set, here's a great selection from Amazon. A quick look will show you the discounts that are available on name brands such as All-Clad, Cuisinart or Farberware.

You'll be able to choose from flat-bottomed double boilers or rounded-bottom double boilers. Some have tempered glass tops others have metal tops. Some are diswasher safe, some are better off washed by hand.

There's also a wide variety of sizes of double boilers available. Most come with some form of warranty. Be sure to check whether its a lifetime warranty or limited warranty.

This Farberware double boiler makes perfect sauces and you also get a 2 quart saucepan that you can use independently. An aluminum core in the base guarantees quick and even heat. The rest of the double boiler is made of hiqh quality, heavy 18/10 stainless steel. So you know it will last. The phenolic handle stays cool. The whole double boiler is oven safe to 350 degrees. The large knob on the lid makes it easy to grab in a hurry. There is also a convenent hanging loop on both the 2-quart saucepan and double boiler insert. The Farber Saucepan with Double Boiler insert is dishwasher safe. Lifetime warranty against defects.

Just so we're straight on this. This is just the double-boiler insert - the part that fits on top of the sauce pan. In this case the All-clad stainless steel double-boiler insert has been designed to fit any pot or pan with an 8-inch diameter. If you use All-clad cookware, it is designed to fit 3-, 4-, or 5-quart saucepans and casseroles. It holds 3 quarts in the insert.

It is made with high quality and long-lasting 18/10 stainless steel and has a beautiful mirror-finished exterior and polished interior. The long, stay-cool handle is riveted to the double-boiler insert for strength and durability. It is dishwasher safe, but handwashing is a better choice. Lifetime warranty against defects.

This Cuisinart double boiler has a rounded bottom to help you mix ingredients. It is designed to fit 2-, 3-, and 4-quart saucepans. It is made of professional quality high-grade 18/10 stainless steel. The durable stainless steel handle on the double-boiler insert stays cool on the stovetop. It is oven safe to 500 degrees. The cover has a large, easy-to-grip handle to make your life easier. The tight seal between the lid and the double-boiler insert seals in flavors and nutrients. You'll get drip-free pouring with the tapered rim. Limited lifetime warranty.

An all stainless-steel 2-qt double boiler set. So you get both the double boiler and sauce pan. Welded, hollow stainless steel hollow handles. So their lighter to lift. The tempered glass lid is a nice touch, so you can see what your cooking. It is dishwasher safe and cleans up easily.