Cuisinart Chef's Classic Enameled Cast Iron 5-Quart Round Covered Casserole, Cardinal Red

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What’s more, this Le Creuset Dutch oven is dishwasher safe. It is important to note, however, that the dishwasher could dull the enamel. If you intend to use the braiser as a skillet, look at the braisers that will cater to that need. It should have a shorter depth that allows you to get down to the bottom of the pan easily with a spatula or other utensil.

quart dimensions 10.2 inches x 15.3 inches x 7 inches and weighs 13.2 pounds Le Creuset Signature Enameled Cast-Iron Oval French Oven 8-Quart According to Gear Patrol, the Cuisinart 5.5-Quart Round Dutch Oven is one of the best Dutch ovens you can buy. Reviewers liked the color options and called the design simple yet elegant. The Dutch oven was called comparable to Lodge (Gear Patrol’s top choice) except for the narrow handles that make it difficult to lift when the pot is full. But the essential question is, does the price difference outweigh the difference in quality? That answer will vary from person to person. Regardless, when it comes to cost, the Cuisinart enameled cast iron dutch oven is more affordable vs. Le Creuset Dutch ovens. Narrow Handles — The narrow side handles make it difficult to grab, especially when wearing a bulky oven mitt or using potholders. Considering the weight of these pots, small handles can be a safety hazard when they’re full of hot food.When it comes to high-quality cookware, cast iron is a timeless choice. And Cuisinart is a leading brand in the world of cast iron cookware, offering a wide range of durable and versatile Dutch ovens.

You have a beautiful cut of meat to braise. You want to make sure it’s nice and browned before turning down the heat to a simmer. When you look inside the Dutch oven, you can’t see if the meat is browned or not. The color of the interior is too close to that of the meat.

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These enameled Dutch ovens require no seasoning (Do I hear you cheering, or is that just me?). They still distribute and retain heat just as well as plain cast iron. Yet the enamel coating means you can cook acidic foods without a metallic taste or breaking down the seasoning. Finally, I poured the water into a measuring cup to see how much liquid the Cuisinart Dutch oven retained. The Cuisinart cast iron Dutch ovens look like a Le Creuset with the straight sides giving plenty of room inside the bottom of the oven. Which is perfect for dishes in which the food needs searing or radiant heat from below.

The cast iron handles are not as wide as I would like which unless optimum care is taken could impede a secure and safe grip. These handles do allow you to safely transport the oven from the cooking area to the table for serving if care is taken. Wide cast iron handles provide a comfortable and secure grip. Easy transport for serving. Oven safe knob for a durable grip and endless cooking options. Stovetop, oven and broiler safe. Induction stovetop compatible.You can boil water on any portable electric burner—the question is how much water do you want to boil, and how long will it take? Obviously, the larger, more powerful, and more efficient the burner, the faster water will boil, but there's a limit on how much water any burner can heat up to boiling at once. To speed up the boiling process, put a lid on your pot, and remember that water boils at a lower temperature at high altitude, which affects cooking in lots of different ways. Determine how many portions of food you will generally want to make in your braiser. A smaller braiser can hold a few quarts of food, which is often enough to feed an average family. A deeper braiser will let you build a much larger dish that can be divided up into many more servings. But the depth of the pan will not allow for browning more meat, so this option is best suited for stews or soups, where the larger volume is beneficial. Enameled ovens come in a variety of beautiful color choices, (unlike regular cast iron). Size & Shape The 1,000-watt burner offers six temperature settings. Even at the highest one, the infrared technology focuses the heat to the cooking surface, which helps keep the base and housing cooler. With this style of burner, the heating element cycles on and off during use. This grill pan is also oven- and broiler-safe up to 500 degrees, which increases its versatility. When cooking a large slab of meat, we first seared it on the cooktop to trap in juices, then put it into the oven to cook the interior. However, it’s worth mentioning that food cooked in the Cuisinart Grill Pan isn’t an exact replica of true grilled dishes. We were able to get the same grill marks and crisp texture, but food cooked in a pan won’t have the same smokey flavor.

This machine might not be the prettiest thing in the world, but it's a durable workhorse that's easy to clean with a simple wipedown, and it comes at an excellent price for its quality.While chipped enamel on the lid or rim of the pot won’t affect the cooking ability, it does diminish the beautiful appearance. And while Le Creuset and Cuisinart both offer a Limited Lifetime Warranty, they do not claim to cover damage from normal wear and tear. The Cuisinart 5-Quart Chef’s Classic Round Dutch Oven was the best overall in a list of the best Dutch ovens by People Magazine. Reviewers noted it had good heft, cooked evenly, and passed all cooking tests with high marks. They even hit the Dutch oven with a metal spoon to test its durability and were impressed that it held up well, only revealing a slight chip on the lid. FAQs About Cuisinart Dutch Ovens By contrast, many customers complained about chipping on the Cuisinart, even after just a few uses. The enamel for Cuisinart Dutch ovens is made in China, which may be a consideration for some buyers. Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Signature Oval Shape Dutch Oven, Indigo Le Creuset Oval Dutch Oven Sizes Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Signature Oval Dutch French Oven 1-Quart It’s an interesting novelty, and I’m sure there’s a use for it, but perhaps not in my kitchen! Pros