Le Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 7-1/4-Quart Round French Oven, Cobalt Blue
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: Le CreusetBrand: Le Creuset
Release Date: 2006-04-01
Model: L2501-2830
Color: Cobalt Blue
Product features:
- 7-1/4-quart round-shaped French oven made of enameled cast iron
- Cast-iron loop side handles; black, phenolic, stay-cool lid knob
- Heavy, tight-fitting lid helps lock in heat, moisture, and flavor
- Washing by hand recommended; oven-safe to 350 degrees F
- Measures 11-3/5 by 14 by 7 inches; limited lifetime warranty
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Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Le Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 7-1/4-Quart Round French Oven, Cobalt Blue
Customer Review: More Blue Heaven (Cobalt of course)
Summary: 5 Stars
My main concern with this Le Creuset 7 1/4 qt Round French Oven purchase, was that it be significantly larger than the Le Creuset 4 1/4 Qt Soup Pot which I am using as a smaller French Oven among other things. It IS indeed, and I don't have any qualms about it not handling my occasional needs for a large pot that does everything, but still at a very manageable weight, and fits the sink for washing up OK. I can even hold the pot with one hand and the towel in the other..
I really like the gorgeous Cobalt Blue, if you have a Culinaria France book, it's darker than the matt blue cover, and a glossy finish. I'm also glad I stuck with round pots, I think they are stronger, provide more even heating, and also a better fit on the stove top.
I've found that most of the size/weight information listed for Le Creuset products is inaccurate and that reviewers provide a more accurate picture. The 7 1/4 qt French Oven has 5 3/4 inches headroom inside, 1 inch more than the Soup Pot. The inside rim diameter is 11 inches, an additional 1/2 inch. But the bulk of the inside volume difference, French Oven 8 1/4 qt versus Soup Pot 5 qt (pot and lid combined interior volume) is due to the shape difference. The flat base of the French oven is 8 3/4 inches diameter or 3 1/4 inches larger.
By the way I returned my Le Creuset 3 1/2 qt Casserole after I found a chip in the inside lid enamel, and Amazon paid the USPS shipping/insurance and ordered a replacement. The casserole was in a crude looking Le Creuset white cardboard box, not the usual glossy orange box, but I was assured by Le Creuset that it is a package difference only.
If you return something to Amazon don't click on the "UPS pick up" box, it's impractical unless you are at home all day for a 3 business day period.
I'm very pleased with the Le Creuset pots, and also the Amazon customer service, and can now focus on cooking.
P.S. I know these pots are expensive and a small collection can easily cost as much as a desktop PC. At least Le Creuset pots don't need software updates and antivirus software, and they are not going to be obsolete in 5 years.
Description of Le Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 7-1/4-Quart Round French Oven, Cobalt Blue
Le Creuset 7 1/4 qt Round French Oven, Cobalt Blue. Only Le Creuset offers such a wide range of unique shapes and designs. This product offers unrivalled flexibility of use, excellent heat efficiency, and the versatility to use it on any stovetop, underDutch Ovens
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