Lodge Enameled Cast-Iron 3-Quart Dutch Oven, Cafe Brown
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: LodgeBrand: Lodge
Release Date: 2007-07-15
Model: EC3D83
Color: Cafe Brown
Product features:
- Porcelain surface eliminates the need to season
- Tightly fitting lid seals in moisture
- Superior heat distribution and retention
- Two layers of porcelain enamel are chip resistant
- Easy clean up
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Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Lodge Enameled Cast-Iron 3-Quart Dutch Oven, Cafe Brown
Customer Review: It was what I expected at this price
Summary: 4 Stars
I've used this product a couple times, and it is exactly what I expected. Look/Listen...this isn't Le Crueset... the color, craftsmanship, build, etc, is not as high quality. However, it also doesn't cost as much (about 1/4) as Le Crueset either.
Pros
- It cooks like an enameled cast iron pot should.
- Price
Cons
- Enamel stained after 1st use (tomato sauce). I'm talking about the white cooking surface
- The bottom is not 100% flat. I have a glass top range and either the enamel is really slippery or the bottom is not 100% flat. It is flat enough, and I would have no problems on a gas or coil heating element.
- The color is meh. Granted, I just bought the cheapest color available, and it is cheapest for a reason. It is meh. It's not just the "cafe" color, per se, the enamel just isn't as brilliant as my Le Cruesets or even my brown Mario Batali.
All that being said, for $35, this is a great product. And, if after a couple years it falls apart or it gets dropped or something, it was only $35. As long as I take good care when cleaning and storing, I don't anticipate having any problems.
Description of Lodge Enameled Cast-Iron 3-Quart Dutch Oven, Cafe Brown
This 3 Qt enamel Dutch oven is great for cooking, marinating, refrigeration and freezing. The color porcelain enamel on cast iron can be used on gas, electric, ceramic and induction cooktops, as well as in the oven. Not recommended for use on outdoor grills or over open outdoor flames. Not for use in microwaves. Lodge Color Porcelain Enamel on Cast Iron cookware is cast from molten iron in individual sand molds. The porcelain surface eliminates the need to season cast iron. The cast iron vessel has superior heat distribution and retention, evenly heating bottom sidewalls and even the lid. Tightly fitting lid seals in moisture. The excellent heat retention reduces the amount of energy needed for cooking. Two layers of very hard, glossy porcelain enamel are chip resistant and easy to clean. Lid knob is oven safe to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. The black rim on the pot is matte porcelain, not exposed cast iron. Hygienic porcelain enamel is non-reactive with food. Although dishwasher safe, hand washing with warm soapy water is recommended to preserve the cookware's original appearance. 9 3/4" diameter, 3" deep. Cafe'Dutch Ovens
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