Product Description

Lodge Logic 5 Qt double Dutch oven and casserole with skillet cover. Sturdy integral, ovenproof loop handles for convenience. Tightly controlled metal chemistry and exacting mold tolerances deliver consistent product for even heating and superior cooking performance. The High Dome lid offers greater capacity and also works double duty as a skillet. Electro statically coated with a proprietary vegetable oil, and cured at high temperatures to allow the oil to deeply penetrate the surface of the cast iron. 10.25 inches in diameter. Dutch oven depth 4 inches and lid depth 1-1/2 inches

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1505 in Kitchen & Housewares
• Color: Cast iron
• Brand: Lodge
• Model: L8DD3
• Released on: 2006-11-14
• Dimensions: 5.00" h x 12.00" w x 12.00" l, 12.75 pounds

Features

• Sturdy integral, ovenproof loop handles
• Heats evenly for superior cooking performance
• Ready to use

Customer Reviews

My favorite Lodge item
I have been cooking with Lodge cast iron for about 7 years and own 8 pieces from their inventory. The Double Dutch Oven is my favorite Lodge cookware due to its versatility.

When using a dutch oven, I usually sear the meat first to add flavor. Usually, this requires searing the meat in several batches. The best part about the Double Dutch is that you can sear the meat in the big pot and in the lid simultaneously, thus reducing the time needed to brown the meat by half. Since the lid is then used for the braising step (after deglazing), you're not increasing the number of items to be cleaned later.

I like the lid so much that I often use it by itself for pan frying. Due to the smallish size (about 10 inches in diameter) and the inherent properties of cast iron, the lid can get incredibly hot if you want it to. Perfect for cooking a steak (it puts on a better crust vs my 12" Lodge skillet). I've even used it as a pie pan in a pinch. When properly seasoned, the lid also works great for cooking eggs without them sticking. A seasoned cast iron pan is the original nonstick and will outlast any synthetic-coated nonstick pan in the market (and without the toxic fumes).

When used as a Dutch Oven, it works like it should. It retains heat well and cooks evenly. There is very little steam that escapes. The smaller 5qt capacity (vs a 7qt Dutch Oven, which I use less now that I've got this one) is also better for cooking moderate amounts of food. Generally, you want little empty space when using a Dutch oven.

In response to the reviewer who has problems getting the lid off, I suggest the following. When setting the lid on the pot, don't align the handles of the two. This will allow you to remove the lid easily, without having to worry about injuries. I've owned another Lodge 5qt Dutch Oven
with a more traditional handle - I don't miss that one at all...nor do I miss not having a standalone 10" skillet.

New favorite
This is my new favorite pot. It makes my food taste incredible. I prefer to season myself so I washed w/soap and scrubbed and then did the Lodge recommended seasoning instructions. Mine is not as good as mom's/grandma's yet but the food is still incredible and gets better with every use. I use a trivet in the bottom so that I can add a little moisture to meats without having it all sit in the drippings.

My meatloaf is awesome. Chicken is great! I'm trying some pork dishes next...

Beware of tomato products until it is seasoned well!

excellent product
I have only had this a short time, but it is exactly what I wanted. VERY heavy. Goes great from stovetop to oven without having to tranfer stuff from one thing to another. I am really pleased.