Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Chef's Oven with Glass Lid, 7.5 qt., Cerise

Great size pot! It’s winter and we’re making a lot of big pots of stew and this is great for that. We’ve also made some big batches of Mexican rice and that turned out great too so it’s a very versatile pot. The glass lid makes it easier to see into the pot vs the typical Dutch oven lid and the enamel coating makes it better for long simmering stews. Le Creuset is a great brand that is known for its durable, high quality products and this did not disappoint.

It came very nicely and carefully packaged. I purchased this on sale for $155.00 in Cherise. The Cocotte is very large at 7.5 quart capacity. Being cast iron it is of course heavy. It has a glass lid, it can be used both on the stovetop and in the oven. (The pan and the glass lid are said to be oven-safe up to 500 degrees). The glass lid is dishwasher safe). Though it is featured as a soup pot it functions like Balti, I make curries and dry chicken, cooks well. Unfortunately I plan to return it as I dint realize it is too big.

I purchased this on sale for $167.00 in Cherise. The Cocotte is very large at 7.5 quart capacity. Because it has a cook and look glass lid it is much lighter to handle for washing, moving it to the table etc. Though it is featured as a soup pot it functions like any other dutch oven. The only thing to be aware of is the bottom of the Cocotte is smaller than a regular 7 qt. Le Creuset Cocotte. So braising meat will have to be done in batches due to the smaller flat bottom surface. On the other hand a whole chicken, turkey, roast will be accommodated due to its huge volume overall.The fit and finish are of the highest quality and the enameling is gorgeous. If you need or want another piece of Le Creuset this makes a versatile piece for your collection.

I love this Stock Pot. The size of the pot is great and the glass lid is very handy so you can see how your dish is cooking. Beautiful red color.

Love cooking with this pot. Easy cleaning and great quality.

This pot rocks! The perfect size and conducts heat very evenly. I use it almost daily! Very pleased with my purchase. So much so that I ordered one as a gift for a good friend too!

Treat yourself with Le Creuset! I bought this for my mom’s BD. She loved the one I had which is similar but discontinued. First thing we made was her famous Pork Green Chile and made wonderful memories.

We all know not to use metal utensils for this fine cookware. However someone did in my household. Typically this cookware will withstand such errors from time to time. This one failed. I still give the brand high marks. And I still use this pot with its two hairline scratches. I’m on the fence on this pot. My older vintage le Creuset seems heavier and more durable.