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I have these Lodge dutch ovens in 3 quart, 4.5 quart, 6 quart and 7.5 quart. I also have the Lodge 3.6 quart cast iron enamel casserole pan. I have had these for about six months and I use them all the time.
Lodge never claimed that these dutch ovens are made in America, their cast iron skillets and such are made in America, and I guess if where something is made is what determines whether you like an item, you will most likely not like this dutch oven.
I am not sure what some of the reviewers are doing with these dutch ovens that they have started on fire or peeled and cracked really bad. I use my 6 quart dutch oven pretty much every other week and I use one of the others that I own weekly. I take care of them, I don't put them in the dishwasher, which is what causes the enamel to crack, I store them carefully, though I guess not too carefully as they are stacked together, and I don't wash them when they are still hot, but I don't let the food sit in them for extended periods either. I heat them up prior to putting food in them to cook, though I do use high temperatures at times. I put them in the oven almost every time I use them after starting on the stove.
These dutch ovens have held up wonderfully and make the most wonderful meals for me and my family. I love them, and they are not super expensive. Seeing as I have five items from Lodge, if there was really something wrong with them, I would assume I would have experienced something by now with at least one of the ovens, and I have not. Don't put them in the dishwasher!! They will not hold up. These are truly wonderful dutch ovens. I make the best pot roasts, short ribs, chicken coq au vin, and more with them.
I have made pot roast and beef stew in the 3 quart dutch oven, and it has come out so good, so don't pay attention to the people that say you can't do so with the smaller ovens. You 100% can. I make my elder parents food in the 3 quart all the time, and it the makes perfect amount for them to have a couple of dinners. The 3 quart is also great for baked ziti dishes, bread, and the like. This dutch oven is perfect for a single person to make magnificent meals in.
The 4.5 quart dutch oven is also perfect for making pot roasts, stews, and such for a couple of people. It has a little more room than the 3 quart, making it perfect for two people.
The 6 quart dutch oven is perfect for making food for my husband and I that we can eat for a few days. It is also great for making food when we have company over. This oven would be perfect for a family of four, though you could also make enough for six without leftovers.
The 7.5 quart dutch oven is perfect for a large family. I use this when we are eating with my brother and his children, or we are having several couples over and want left overs. My husband loves leftovers.
Finally though it is not in this listing, just as an FYI the 3.6 casserole is perfect for chicken coq au vin, and one pot chicken and rice, and dishes like those. I absolutely love that pan and I use it frequently. I make enough food for four people comfortably, five or six depending on portions. It can fit about 8 chicken thighs with skin and 1 pound baby potatoes or a cup of rice.
I hope this helps. This is the only time I have ever written a review this long or detailed. I really love these ovens and find them extremely useful. I like the slow cooker, but it doesn't compare to a dutch oven in the oven slow cooking.
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Your New Go to Dutch Oven
A flawless pairing of form and function that doesn't quit. The Lodge Dutch Oven not only makes your kitchen look good but is an enameled cast iron classic great for preparing and serving memorable meals.
Endless Cooking Opportunities
Reach for this piece to broil, braise, bake, or roast in the oven up to 500℉, and sauté, simmer, or fry on any stovetop. Plus, you can pop it in the fridge to marinate food and store leftovers.
Superior Heat Retention
The cast iron vessel has superior heat distribution and retention, evenly heating throughout both the bottom and sidewalls. The tightly fitting lid seals in moisture for scrumptious pot roast, stews or a large batch of beans.
Naturally PFAS-Free
Our cookware is made without PFOA and PTFE, and we’re proud to say our seasoned cast iron is made with just iron and oil, as it has been since the beginning.
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| Quart Size | 6 | 3 | 3.6 | 4.5 | 7.5 |
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| Ideal for | Breads, soups, stews, chilis, one-pot meals | Side dishes, sauces, dessert | Braised meats, baked sides, casseroles | Breads, side dishes, date night dinner | Roasts, soups, stews, chilis, meal prep |
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Customers find this Dutch oven to be high-quality, versatile, and easy to clean, particularly noting its suitability for soups, stews, and curries. The three-quart size is appropriate for two-person main courses, and they appreciate its beautiful appearance and good value for money. Regarding durability, while some customers say it holds up well, others report issues with enamel falling apart after three years of use.
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293 customers mention quality, 272 positive, 21 negative
Great product! I always loved cooking now i love it even more:) i would highly recommend to everyone:) just make sure to e gentle when you use it!Read more
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Love this Dutch Oven! Perfect size!
I used this pan to make soup. It takes a while, on medium low heat to come up to boil, but when it does...it cooks quickly! The lid fit perfectly! The interior is a little bumpy, but not bad. The pan cooks beautifully! I love it! There is nothing like cooking in a cast iron dutch oven! Having enamel cover the entire pan makes it even better! It cleans ip easily! It is very heavy, but thst is what makes it cook better than other pans. The size is perfect! I made enough dumplings to feed 2 families! It holds more than i thought it would. I can cook a good size roast in it, with lots of potatoes, and vegetables. I will use this for Holidays, and company. I hope it holds up for years. I will update my review in a few months. So far it is great! The rims are enameled too! It is so hard to find an enameled cast iron pan with enameled rims, unless you want to spend a fortune. Good job, Lodge!!! I got the Oyster color. It is beautiful!!! I never use high heat...no need to. I use silicone utensils, and hand wash. Update...i have made so many meals, in this Dutch Oven. It holds soooooo much!!! Chili, Dumplings, Soup, and more! All it takes is a low heat. I start it out on low...3 on my electric stove. After 5 minutes, i turn it up to 4. Then a few minutes later i turn it up to Medium...5. It will come to a boil on 4, and 5. But after it comes to a boil, i turn it down to 3, or 4, because it holds the heat so well. It will keep boiling. Clean up? I still love how easily it cleans up! Stuck on sauce? Just wait til it cools down, add water for about 10 minutes. Then just wash it with some Polmolive Original dish liquid, (no citrus, or citric acid that can dull the shine of the enamel.). It washes like a china plate. Easy! Then i dry it, immediately. I let it sit, without the lid for an hour to air...then i out the little rubber guards on the pan, and put the lid on it. It looks beautiful, sitting out in my kitchen. This is my every day pan. It is the perfect size. Good job, Lodge! Adding photo of my huge pot of dumplings. Looooooove this dutch oven!!!
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- Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2017Color: Island Spice RedVerified Purchase
I used this pan to make soup. It takes a while, on medium low heat to come up to boil, but when it does...it cooks quickly!
The lid fit perfectly! The interior is a little bumpy, but not bad. The pan cooks beautifully! I love it! There is nothing like cooking in a cast iron dutch oven! Having enamel cover the entire pan makes it even better! It cleans ip easily! It is very heavy, but thst is what makes it cook better than other pans.
The size is perfect!
I made enough dumplings to feed 2 families!
It holds more than i thought it would. I can cook a good size roast in it, with lots of potatoes, and vegetables. I will use this for Holidays, and company.
I hope it holds up for years. I will update my review in a few months. So far it is great!
The rims are enameled too! It is so hard to find an enameled cast iron pan with enameled rims, unless you want to spend a fortune. Good job, Lodge!!!
I got the Oyster color. It is beautiful!!!
I never use high heat...no need to. I use silicone utensils, and hand wash.
Update...i have made so many meals, in this Dutch Oven. It holds soooooo much!!! Chili, Dumplings, Soup, and more! All it takes is a low heat. I start it out on low...3 on my electric stove. After 5 minutes, i turn it up to 4. Then a few minutes later i turn it up to Medium...5. It will come to a boil on 4, and 5. But after it comes to a boil, i turn it down to 3, or 4, because it holds the heat so well. It will keep boiling.
Clean up? I still love how easily it cleans up! Stuck on sauce? Just wait til it cools down, add water for about 10 minutes. Then just wash it with some Polmolive Original dish liquid, (no citrus, or citric acid that can dull the shine of the enamel.). It washes like a china plate. Easy! Then i dry it, immediately. I let it sit, without the lid for an hour to air...then i out the little rubber guards on the pan, and put the lid on it. It looks beautiful, sitting out in my kitchen. This is my every day pan. It is the perfect size. Good job, Lodge!
Adding photo of my huge pot of dumplings. Looooooove this dutch oven!!!
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