Calphalon Enamel Cast Iron 5 Quart Dutch Oven, Cabernet Red
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: CalphalonBrand: Calphalon
Release Date: 2007-04-30
Model: CIL8785R
Product features:
- Heavyweight cast iron distributes heat evenly and keeps foods warm at the table
- Durable porcelain enamel resists chipping and scratching
- Domed, dimpled covers retain and redistribute moisture during cooking and oversized oval handles make lifting easy
- Oven safe to 500°.
- Enamel cast iron is safe in the dishwasher.
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Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Calphalon Enamel Cast Iron 5 Quart Dutch Oven, Cabernet Red
Customer Review: great dutch oven, poor enamel coating job.
Summary: 2 Stars
I bought this item locally and have used it about four or five times.
it performed very well.
i did not subject it to any kind of abrupt temperature change, i read the FAQ on the Calphalon website for this item before i used it..it was expensive enough i actually read the directions and washed it first, no high heat was used, it has not been used in the oven.
after the first use i noticed small cracks in the enamel all around the logo on one of the handles, after the fourth use there is now a small chip missing and an area of raw cast iron is showing there.
i also noticed slight rust coming through the thinner enamel just at the very top 1/8" of the inside coating, i clean that off with a well used plastic scrubbing pad, the rust returns with each use.
the oven and lid are not enamel coated where they contact each other and these areas will also rust if you use it for storage in the fridge, i did that one time only.
the calphalon website FAQ states that its ok to do this but i would not do it again myself, the rust cleaned off with more scrubbing.
i should be able to return this for an in store credit or exchange.
it really is a beautiful piece and i have enjoyed how well it performs for soups, sauces and stews, very even heat.
it excells for cooking rice dishes.
i may end up trying that french brand.
***EDIT*** 1-22-08
i ended up returning this item to BB&B no questions asked, they credited the charge back to my visa...they didnt even look at it!
i kind of regret not having it now, it really was very nice...too bad about the enamel coating...it's only flaw.
at this point i would highly recommend getting one...but only locally where you can exchange or return it for shure....no questions asked....no shipping costs.
maybe Calphalon will get thier quality control squared away soon.
i still hold on the two star rating...why chase rust on something that is not supposed to rust?
i now have a Le Crueset at $100 higher cost but i love it completely, the enamel is much easier to clean and is way mo bettah quality.
but it's lighter...does not have as much iron and the phenolic lid knob is a slight letdown for such an expensive item but you can get an add on stainless knob at extra cost....why not just make it that way to begin with?
***EDIT*** ok, i figured out the knob issue, the metal knob gets real hot...DUH!
the plastic stays cool...no pot holder needed but it will be damaged by high oven temps...i have both knobs...easy swap.
Description of Calphalon Enamel Cast Iron 5 Quart Dutch Oven, Cabernet Red
Whether you're hosting an intimate dinner party or a grand buffet, Calphalon Enamel Cast Iron cookware's rich enamel color and sleek, modern silhouettes make elegant entertaining easy. Ideal for stovetop or oven use and for both savory and sweet recipes, Calphalon Enamel Cast Iron cookware offers tremendous versatility. It creates the perfect environment for slowly simmering meats and potatoes. The cookware's domed cover design features a dimpled interior to collect and redistribute moisture to foods as they cook. Chicken soup, beef stew and other homey favorites cook up tender and flavorful. The cookware is also perfectly suited to casseroles, cobblers and baked pasta dishes. Calphalon Enamel Cast Iron cookware is as durable as it is beautiful. All pans feature a porcelain enamel exterior surface that resists chipping and scratching. Fry pans and grill pans feature a black satin enamel interior that requires no pre-seasoning. The perfect choice for soups, stews and pot roasted meats and poultry. Wide flat bottom is ideal for browning ingredients prior to adding liquids and seasonings. Large, oval handles make it easy to move pans from stovetop to oven to table. Heavy-gauge cast iron keeps helps keep foods warmer longer, too.Dutch Ovens
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