Those looking for the ultimate in a heavy, deep commercial-style cooktop will appreciate the top-of-the-line beauty from KitchenAid, the Architect Series 48-Inch KGCP484KSS.

Ideal for an expansive kitchen, this cooktop requires a 48-inch base cabinet for proper installation. In this vast space you get just about everything you could ever want or need from a cooktop. Included are four burners for lots of stovetop cooking. And while you're cooking on these burners, you can also grill some sausages and simultaneously use the griddle portion to whip up some hotcakes.

The four burners are power packed as well as versatile. Three of them offer a maximum output of 15,000 Btu, enough for any heat-intensive task from stir-fry to sear. The fourth burner is for gentle, controlled tasks, such as simmering sauces and creamed soups. It can be adjusted to outputs ranging from 600 to 6000 Btu.

The heavy-duty stainless-steel finish is durable and offers the look of true commercial appliances. Oversized knob controls serve to control each burner. Also available is an optional wok ring, which is recommended for concentrating the heat for proper stir-frying.

If you have need for a extra large cooktop to handle a lot of cooking at once, you can't go wrong with the KitchenAid KGCP484KSS.

Pro: ultimate in burners, grill, and griddle
Con: expensive

For more information:
KitchenAid
P.O. Box 218
St. Joseph, MI 49085
Phone: 1-800-422-1230
www.kitchenaid.com

Warranty
1 year, full; 5 years, burners