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4.5
I love this pan. I'm usually only cooking for one or two people, and this pan is an excellent size for making soups and stews with a little bit left over. I have Le Creuset dutch ovens too, but wanted a lighter one for when I don't feel like lifting weights. This one fits the bill - it cleans up easily. For those of you struggling with discoloration, etc on the inside, get barkeepers friend - it will take all of that right off. I've browned meat in it too - get the pan hot, add some oil, then the meat to prevent bad sticking (and if anything sticks, use the barkeepers friend to wash). I think it would be great for roasting a small chicken, though I've not gotten a chance to do that yet. The pan's bottom is completely flat and I've not had any trouble with warping. I the solid stainless lid because I've found that over the years, glass lids get scratched and trap oil, etc in the various crevices where the glass meets the stainless rim, etc, no matter how careful I am. You pay more for this one because it is made in France and not China, but I think it's worth the cost for durability, styling, and quality.
