Homebrewers - Whats in the fermenter?

[kaisersozei]

Originally Posted by mmblz

should it be possible to use our large pasta pot without damaging it in any way?

Absolutely, just make sure that you frequently tend to the stirring, scraping the spoon along the bottom of the pot. Partial boils (2-3 gallons) scorch easily because the malt sugars are so concentrated. You don't have to keep the burner on high, you're just looking for a rolling boil.

And like Chris says, cut off the heat when you add your extract, especially if you are using the liquid kind.