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4.5
Treat yourself to a premier class line of pots, pans and accessories. Only one caveat - be patient when you cook with LeCreuset. If you don't watch your burner temperature, you will all too quickly destroy the porcelain coating in these cooking pots. If you treat them with care they will last for a very long time. They cook your meals so well and look very beautiful while doing so. -This is the best dutch-oven I have. I was a little concerned about paying so much for a cast-iron cookpot but, I must admit, this is one top-notch A#1 piece of cookware that now, I can't do without. A true French classic and well worth the money. I wish these pots were a bit less expensive so I could buy more but alas, they're not. Anyway, if you can afford to spend so much on a piece of classic cookware I think you'll agree; "I'm glad I bought it"!I have three main interests for this pot. Sauce, Chili and Roasting Chicken. Reading the directions they stressed Not To Use High Heat. They were right; Medium-Low heated the butter and olive oil up to sizzling..so I could brown my chicken. 3 minutes all 4 sides and it does not stick...releases beautifully. Popped it in the oven with Vegetables for a few hours and dinner was great! I am looking forward to making Chili. I also bought the stainless steel knob to fit this pot as I use it in the oven as well as the stove top. Found a bread recipe here on Amazon and will try it soon.Bought this as a gift for my parents and their newly renovated kitchen. What could be said more about Le Creuset that hadn’t been said before? Durable, well made, stunning design, quality, heavy, bright enamel, lifetime guarantee, exceptional customer service. This was their first Dutch oven and they are in love with the Marsaille blue. It’s vibrant and a focal point on their range. It’s circumstance is the same as the 3.5 / 4 quart but it’s just a little deeper. I also added the matching pepper mills and trivet to their gift. I adore this brand and every cent is well spent.The first Le Creuset Dutch Oven I received had a long scratch on the inside of it. I did the return E-mail stuff and sent it back. With in a week I had another one and all is well. No problems at all. Love the Dutch oven.This pan is great for everything, but if you like stews and soups, it is a must. If you are to have one pan, nothing more, this size and quality fits the bill. Super easy to clean and shines up nicely for display. It is heavy, so if you're weak, look for something lighter.Have used le Creuset for over 20 yrs. products are amazing. These are the most versatile to use and nice to put onto the table for guests to see. This is one where if you take care and follow instructions (very simple) it will last forever.If you have a chef, they have to have the right tools, and this is the stuff! The real deal for the at home chef. Love it! Just bring your muscles - these guys are heavy.ル・クルーゼはマルミットを使っていましたが、もっと大量に作りたかったので購入。シチューやカレーもたっぷり作れるので最高です。素材の旨味を逃がさないので何を作っても料理上手じゃなくても美味しく出来ます。安いホーロー鍋とはまったくの別物なので、焦げ付かないし汚れもツルンと落ちます。ヨボヨボに年をとってこの重い鍋を持つのが辛くなったら、子供に引き継ぎます。頼れるお鍋です。作っているうちに量が増えてしまうカレーやシチュー、豚汁、おでんや鍋料理等も全部これです。ウチのルクルーゼのお鍋の中では1番出番が多いです。
