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Ina Garten's beloved All-Clad cookware is up to 70% off during this secret sale

If there's one thing Ina Garden, home chefs and Yahoo editors can most certainly agree on, it's that All-Clad pans are the cream of the crop — and thanks to an under-the-radar treasure trove of deals, you can now own a piece (or set!) for a pretty much unheard of 70% off. Also referred to as the All-Clad VIP Factory Seconds Sale, this savings event is a bit of a hidden gem: You'll have to enter your email address to get beyond the All-Clad wall (er, website), but I promise it's worth it to access what's waiting on the other side.

According to the Barefoot Contessa, All-Clad pieces are built to last, so you can consider any pieces you purchase a more manageable investment. "I can't think of anything that's not great paired with All-Clad. It's just great equipment," she says in an interview with Williams-Sonoma. "It cooks evenly. It keeps the heat. It's easy to clean. I mean, I've had my All-Clad cookware, most of it, for 40 years, and you would not know that it's not brand new."

The lowdown: These All-Clad deals offer rare discounts on the brand's coveted cookware and kitchen equipment. Most of the items are "factory seconds," meaning there may be minor defects on the products themselves or their packaging, but the brand promises that none will affect the performance of the cookware (more like a scratch here or there). All sales are final, and there's a 10-15 business day processing time, so if you're buying Mother's Day gifts from our top picks, you'll want to add them to your cart ASAP, and definitely by the end of the weekend, which is when this sale is slated to end.

Best All-Clad deals

If you've ever watched The Barefoot Contessa, there's a good chance you've seen Ina cooking with an All-Clad metal skillet like this one — it even appears in a recent Instagram video she posted. It's got ample surface area for searing meats and stir-frying veggies, and the five-ply design is made up of alternating layers of stainless steel and aluminum for expert heat retention. Oh, and it's 60% off!

Factory note: Second quality.

$60 at All-Clad Factory

Of course, if you want to ensure your scrambled eggs will slide right out, a set of nonstick pans is what you'll want. This trio includes 8-, 10- and 12-inch skillets, meaning you'll be able to whip up single servings and large portions. And at under $25 apiece? Yeah, this is one deal you don't want to miss.

Factory note: Has packaging damage.

$70 at All-Clad Factory

Isn't everything better with sauce? Now you can make your own delectable condiments, or oatmeal, or rice, thanks to this lil' pot. It comes with a lid to trap moisture, and the drip-free pouring rim helps keep things clean while serving. This deal knocks the price down by over 50%.

Factory note: Second quality.

$100 at All-Clad Factory

I nearly did a double-take when I saw the markdown on this comprehensive collection — it's over 70% off! If you or someone you know loves to bake, it has everything you need for making cakes, cookies, brownies, muffins and more. Plus, it's nonstick, meaning you won't have to worry about half of your banana bread staying glued to the pan when you go to turn it out.

Factory note: None, so fingers crossed!

$60 at All-Clad Factory

When the craving for a hearty meal strikes, this handsome vessel will make preparing it all the more enjoyable. The 8-quart capacity means you'll be able to make enough chili to feed a crowd, and because it's got a slick interior, you're getting the best of both nonstick and stainless steel worlds. Plus, you can't argue with that 50%-plus discount.

Factory note: Second quality.

$170 at All-Clad Factory