Martha Stewart Collection Red Enameled Cast Iron Oval Casserole, 7 Qt. Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this pan and the first time I used it, I tried frying chicken in it. I was shocked when I was done and there was a half-dollar size chipped area in the center. I washed it so I could return it and another area chipped. Not sure if I got a defective one, but it's made me not want to buy glazed cookware.

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Casseroles make easy, family-friendly dinners that everyone can enjoy. Sturdy cast iron holds heat better than any other metal, making cooking control easy, while the vibrant enameled exterior creates a lovely tabletop presentation. Limited lifetime warranty.

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Martha Stewart Collection Red Enameled Cast Iron Round Pot, 7 Qt. Red Review

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(More customer reviews)I was given this as a Christmas gift two years ago. I used it sporadically, not more than twenty times in that span of ownership. One night my husband and I were eating dinner cooked in this dish when we both noticed some crunchy matter in the stew. I thought I hadn't rinsed one of the root vegetables well enough and that it was sand. When dishwashing time came, we discovered that we had been eating the enamel, which had cracked and popped off during cooking. There is a quarter-sized (now oxidized) area in the bottom of the pan where the enamel used to be, as well as another quarter-sized area that is about to come off. Also, the enamel around the entire interior margin has cracked, leading me to believe that if I were ever to use it again (I wouldn't), the remaining enamel would pop clean off of the bottom.
These cast enamelware items are supposed to be lifetime purchases, heavy-duty workhorses. For one to give up the ghost after light, infrequent use screams of inferior craftmanship. I used to roll my eyes at the prices of other enamelware lines, but I'm starting to think there's a reason they cost so much.
Save yourself the time, money and dental work. Go high-end, or just buy plain cast iron. I'm doing the latter.

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Cast iron holds heat better than any other cooking metal for warm, hearty stews and other fork-tender meat dishes. This large classic pot is not only reliable on the stovetop, but makes a lovely presentation at the table as well. Limited lifetime warranty.

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Heuck 33030 Porcelain Enamel Cast Iron 5 Quart Dutch Oven, Red Review

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(More customer reviews)I'm not at all sure what you would gain by buying one of these pans at five times the price of this one (and there are some). This one works just the way I want. It browns beautifully with out sticking and you can still deglaze a bit after for soups, stews, etc. It cleans up easily, the lid fits well...not sure just what you would get for more money spent.
It is very heavy...you must use caution on a glass cook top to lift it as you move it...I'm sure a more expensive one would be the same.
I am very happy with it. And I am not a bit shy about writing a bad review when I am not. Love this pan!

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Cook like a professional with this beautiful Porcelain Enameled Cast Iron Cookware. The cast iron absorbs heat evenly and spreads it gently while cooking and the Porcelain Enameled finish allows for easy clean up and won't absorb odors or flavors. Use on gas, electric, induction and ceramic ranges.

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Cuisinart Chef's Classic Chicken Fryers Review

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(More customer reviews)This is one sturdy pan--be ready for a bit of heavy lifting if you're going from stove to oven, because it takes two hands. I knew I wanted a cast iron skillet for frying and other things, and knew I wanted it to be a heavyweight (because that's how good cast iron skillets should be), and decided on this one because I liked the looks and the pouring lip, and Cuisinart tends to be reliable. It has a sorta high price tag, but from what my grandmother told me, a good cast-iron skillet will last forever, so I dove in. And so far, it's been more than worth it. Not just for chicken frying, though the straight tall sides make it great for frying (I've tried a couple things, chicken, hushpuppies, and zucchini and all have come out nice an hot and crisp), but also for making things from browning a ton of onions, to simmering a sauce, to making a big curry for about 10 people. It's just a workhorse of a pan, and the ability to drop it in the oven (using both hands, don't forget) to finish off a dish is very helpful. Oh, and it does look great (I have red) on the stove, too, which is a bonus. Overall, I'd suggest this pan to anyone, whether they want to use it to fry chicken or not. It's an investment that you'll be using for many years.

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Cast iron improves its solid reputation with Cuisinart Chef's Classic Enameled Cast Iron Cookware!Cast iron is recognized as one of the best materials for cooking because of its ability to retain heat and provide even heat distribution.This type of cookware is widely used for almost any recipe from roasts to desserts and performs well with a variety of cooking methods from searing to simmering.Many pan styles are available for cooking soups, sauces, casseroles, grills quiches, breads, and etc.These versatile pieces yield great results whether it's on the stove or in the broiler or oven.They can go to table and double as elegant serving pieces!Savor the Good Life right at home, with family and friends.Cuisinart makes it absolutely delicious.

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Heuck 33031 Porcelain Enamel Cast Iron 5 Quart Dutch Oven, Blue Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this to make no-knead bread, because our 7Qt dutch oven was too big.
It performed just fine, except for the handle, which got a bit mushy in the heat. Not liquified, but enough to smell funny and need to be thrown away.

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Cook like a professional with this beautiful Porcelain Enameled Cast Iron Cookware. The cast iron absorbs heat evenly and spreads it gently while cooking and the Porcelain Enameled finish allows for easy clean up and won't absorb odors or flavors. Use on gas, electric, induction and ceramic ranges.

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Imusa Enamel Dutch Oven, 4.5 Quart, Turquoise Review

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(More customer reviews)I shopped around for Dutch oven pots they were so heavy I wondered how heavy would it be once the food was added?
I am very pleased with my Imusa Enamel Dutch oven.
It is light weight, sturdy, inexpensive and a beautiful turquoise color and best of all the clean up is so easy.
I would highly recommend the Imusa Enamel Dutch oven to anyone concidering a dutch oven that makes a great meal without a strain on your back. Best of all the clean up is so easy.

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The Imusa Dutch Oven in 4.5 quart size is a turquoise colored porcelain enamel on steel and is ideal for cooking a wide variety of food. The dutch oven can be used in the oven or stove top. The stylish and unique design provide a cook to serve when entertaining. Easy to clean. Great for cooking soups, stews or even Rice

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Tramontina Gourmet Cast Iron Covered Casseroles Review

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(More customer reviews)The price can't be beat! $45 with free shipping is a great value regardless of what I write in this review. I was excited to open the box, and loved the color immediately! I continued to be impressed by the weight of the pot. But after completely un packing, I placed the lid on the pot, and looked at my wife and said, this is why a Le Creuset is $245, and this was only $45. The lid does not seal tightly, and you need to rotate the lid to find the position where it seals best, though it's still not 100%, closer to 90%.
Would I buy it again? Probably. Would I have bought it in a store, where the faults were clear before making the decision to purchase? Probably not. I just cannot justify the $200+ dollars for the "real deal".
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UPDATE: After using this dutch oven many times for a variety of dishes, I would increase my rating to 4 stars. The initial dissappointment of the ill fitting lid has faded, and what remains is a pot that does its job well and even out on my bakers rack, next to a Le Creuset, holds its own in terms of looks.

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Friends and family will quickly gravitate to the dining-room table with this beautiful casserole as the centerpiece. Measuring 14 by 11-2/7 by 7-4/5 inches, the covered pot holds 6-1/2 quarts, making it perfectly suited for slow cooking homemade soups and stews, sauteing vegetables, braising meats, roasting poultry, baking, and even frying. It also works well for one-dish meals: start by sauteing onions and browning meat, then add liquid and other ingredients to finish on the stovetop or in the oven. The vessel's interior features a light-beige, smooth, porcelain-enamel finish that requires no seasoning, so it's ready to use right out of the box, while its exterior sports a gleaming, vibrant red porcelain-enamel finish that adds a splash of color to any cookware collection.
Constructed from heavy-gauge cast iron, the vessel not only retains and distributes heat evenly (no hot spots to worry about), but it also resists scratches, stains, and the damaging effects of regular household use. Use it on any stovetop, including induction, electric, gas, and ceramic; it can also withstand an oven's heat up to 450 degrees F. Two integrated side handles flank the casserole, helping to ensure safe transport from the kitchen to the tabletop or buffet for use as serveware. The vessel's heavy, secure-fitting lid keeps heat, moisture, and nutrients contained, and its round stay-cool lid knob makes it easy to remove the lid when it's time to give contents a stir or serve up dinner. The covered casserole carries a limited lifetime warranty and cleans up easily by hand with hot, soapy water.

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Tramontina Gourmet Cast Iron Covered Casseroles Review

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(More customer reviews)The price can't be beat! $45 with free shipping is a great value regardless of what I write in this review. I was excited to open the box, and loved the color immediately! I continued to be impressed by the weight of the pot. But after completely un packing, I placed the lid on the pot, and looked at my wife and said, this is why a Le Creuset is $245, and this was only $45. The lid does not seal tightly, and you need to rotate the lid to find the position where it seals best, though it's still not 100%, closer to 90%.
Would I buy it again? Probably. Would I have bought it in a store, where the faults were clear before making the decision to purchase? Probably not. I just cannot justify the $200+ dollars for the "real deal".
I hope this helpful.
UPDATE: After using this dutch oven many times for a variety of dishes, I would increase my rating to 4 stars. The initial dissappointment of the ill fitting lid has faded, and what remains is a pot that does its job well and even out on my bakers rack, next to a Le Creuset, holds its own in terms of looks.

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Friends and family will quickly gravitate to the dining-room table with this beautiful casserole as the centerpiece. Measuring 14 by 11-2/7 by 7-4/5 inches, the covered pot holds 6-1/2 quarts, making it perfectly suited for slow cooking homemade soups and stews, sauteing vegetables, braising meats, roasting poultry, baking, and even frying. It also works well for one-dish meals: start by sauteing onions and browning meat, then add liquid and other ingredients to finish on the stovetop or in the oven. The vessel's interior features a light-beige, smooth, porcelain-enamel finish that requires no seasoning, so it's ready to use right out of the box, while its exterior sports a gleaming, vibrant red porcelain-enamel finish that adds a splash of color to any cookware collection.
Constructed from heavy-gauge cast iron, the vessel not only retains and distributes heat evenly (no hot spots to worry about), but it also resists scratches, stains, and the damaging effects of regular household use. Use it on any stovetop, including induction, electric, gas, and ceramic; it can also withstand an oven's heat up to 450 degrees F. Two integrated side handles flank the casserole, helping to ensure safe transport from the kitchen to the tabletop or buffet for use as serveware. The vessel's heavy, secure-fitting lid keeps heat, moisture, and nutrients contained, and its round stay-cool lid knob makes it easy to remove the lid when it's time to give contents a stir or serve up dinner. The covered casserole carries a limited lifetime warranty and cleans up easily by hand with hot, soapy water.

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Lodge Enameled Cast Iron 6-Quart Dutch Oven Review

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(More customer reviews)Enamel on cast iron cookware like this, was, until recently, only available from makers like Le Creuset. Lately, several lower cost makers have come on the scene, like Target and Innova. The new budget priced Lodge cookware is in the same price range as the low cost alternatives but completely out performs them.
I have all of the brands I have mentioned. The Lodge is the same weight as the Le Creuset which is much heavier than the other budget models. The ridge where the lid and sides meet is a matt black porcelain on the Lodge and Le Creuset but is just exposed cast iron for the other budget models (which leads to rusting if you are not careful). The porcelain resists staining (even tomato sauces) in the Lodge and Le Creuset but the other budget models stain very easily. And finally, the Lodge and Le Creuset maintain a very polished interior finish that resists sticking which others do not. So, I see no performance differences at all between the Le Creuset and the Lodge whereas the comparably priced budget models are certainly inferior.
If you plan of using these pots very heavily (every day for example) you might want to upgrade to the higher priced Lodge product. It has 4 coatings of enamel as opposed to 2 in this model. But if you use them once or twice a week I dont think you will need the added wear resistance.

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This 6 Qt enamel Dutch oven is great for cooking, marinating, refrigeration and freezing.The color porcelain enamel on cast iron can be used on gas, electric, ceramic and induction cooktops, as well as in the oven.Not recommended for use on outdoor grills or over open outdoor flames.Not for use in microwaves. Lodge Color Porcelain Enamel on Cast Iron cookware is cast from molten iron in individual sand molds. The porcelain surface eliminates the need to season cast iron.The cast iron vessel has superior heat distribution and retention, evenly heating bottom sidewalls and even the lid.Tightly fitting lid seals in moisture.The excellent heat retention reduces the amount of energy needed for cooking.Two layers of very hard, glossy porcelain enamel are chip resistant and easy to clean.Lid knob is oven safe to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.The black rim on the pot is matte porcelain, not exposed cast iron.Hygienic porcelain enamel is non-reactive with food.Although dishwasher safe, hand washing with warm soapy water is recommended to preserve the cookware's original appearance. 10 3/4" diameter, 4 1/2" deep.Caribbean Blue

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Lodge Enameled Cast Iron 6-Quart Dutch Oven Review

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(More customer reviews)Enamel on cast iron cookware like this, was, until recently, only available from makers like Le Creuset. Lately, several lower cost makers have come on the scene, like Target and Innova. The new budget priced Lodge cookware is in the same price range as the low cost alternatives but completely out performs them.
I have all of the brands I have mentioned. The Lodge is the same weight as the Le Creuset which is much heavier than the other budget models. The ridge where the lid and sides meet is a matt black porcelain on the Lodge and Le Creuset but is just exposed cast iron for the other budget models (which leads to rusting if you are not careful). The porcelain resists staining (even tomato sauces) in the Lodge and Le Creuset but the other budget models stain very easily. And finally, the Lodge and Le Creuset maintain a very polished interior finish that resists sticking which others do not. So, I see no performance differences at all between the Le Creuset and the Lodge whereas the comparably priced budget models are certainly inferior.
If you plan of using these pots very heavily (every day for example) you might want to upgrade to the higher priced Lodge product. It has 4 coatings of enamel as opposed to 2 in this model. But if you use them once or twice a week I dont think you will need the added wear resistance.

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This 6 Qt enamel Dutch oven is great for cooking, marinating, refrigeration and freezing.The color porcelain enamel on cast iron can be used on gas, electric, ceramic and induction cooktops, as well as in the oven.Not recommended for use on outdoor grills or over open outdoor flames.Not for use in microwaves. Lodge Color Porcelain Enamel on Cast Iron cookware is cast from molten iron in individual sand molds. The porcelain surface eliminates the need to season cast iron.The cast iron vessel has superior heat distribution and retention, evenly heating bottom sidewalls and even the lid.Tightly fitting lid seals in moisture.The excellent heat retention reduces the amount of energy needed for cooking.Two layers of very hard, glossy porcelain enamel are chip resistant and easy to clean.Lid knob is oven safe to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.The black rim on the pot is matte porcelain, not exposed cast iron.Hygienic porcelain enamel is non-reactive with food.Although dishwasher safe, hand washing with warm soapy water is recommended to preserve the cookware's original appearance. 10 3/4" diameter, 4 1/2" deep.Caribbean Blue

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