Product Description

Ideal for cooking and re-heating risotto, soups, stew, chowders and for simmering or slow-cooking foods. This Round Dutch oven from Le Creuset comes with a secure lid that seals in all the moisture and flavor. It retains heat well and is beautiful enough to bring right to the table as you serve. Features sturdy, cast handles on sides so you can lift and carry with ease. Safe to use with metal utensils. Oven-safe to 450 degrees F.About Le Creuset... Since 1925, artisans have been crafting Le Creuset cookware in the French village of Fresnoy Le Grand. Each piece of Le Creuset cast iron cookware is handcast, polished, double enamel-coated and then fired, resulting in some of the finest quality cookware available. Cast iron is one of the best materials for distributing heat gently and thoroughly and is ideal for induction ranges. The strong enamel coating will not absorb odors or flavors, and is easy to clean. Heavy lids securely seal in moisture and flavor. Le Creuset cookware comes in a variety of sizes, colors and styles to match any kitchen and cooking preference. So lasting, you'll pass your Le Creuset on to the next generation of promising cooks.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #56725 in Kitchen & Housewares
• Color: Cobalt Blue
• Brand: Le Creuset
• Model: L2501-2830
• Released on: 2006-04-01
• Dimensions: 7.00" h x 14.10" w x 11.60" l, 13.23 pounds

Features

• Cast iron distirbutes heat evenly and retains heat longer.
• Phenolic knobs and hanldes are heat resistant to allow for safer use
• Performs on all heat sources - gas, electric, induction and ceramic top. Phenolic knobs and handles are oven safe to 400 degree's.
• Warranted for the lifetime of the original owner, whether self-purchased or received as a gift.
• Enamel exterior easy to clean and dishwasher safe

Customer Reviews

Too much money to be disappointed
I am disappointed in the Le Creuset round 7 1/4 qt french oven. It spewed water from under the lid the entire time while cooking a chicken stew and the pot was only little over half full. I certainly expected more from such an expensive item." I should not have to constantly wipe water from a dripping lid on a pot that cost this much. I had to stay close by the entire time because of this. The pot is sturdy, easy to clean and looks good but this problem took all the fun out of using it. This is my first piece of Le Creuset cookware and it may well be my last.

LeCreuset Dutch Oven
This is a quality product. It is an expensive Dutch Oven but my feeling is that it is one of the highest quality Dutch Ovens available.

Le Creuset is the absolute best
I have this french oven in the 5 quart size. It makes an excellent beef bourguignon. One pot cooking - brown the meat in the pot - deglaze with wine and then put it in the oven where it performs admirably as a braiser at 325 degrees. Imagine my great fortune when I was trolling at Marshalls and found this same cobalt blue 7 1/4 quart Le Creuset "seconds" for $139! I was ecstatic! Amazon's price is good, but $139 is better. If you don't mind some VERY minor imperfections, you can sometimes find excellent cookware at TJ Maxx or Marshalls. Check there first if these stores are in your area.