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I have recently received an enamel cast iron pot. It is VERY heavy and I believe it is for using it in the house (as opposed to camping). I would like to try to cook something in it, but don't know where to begin!
Anyone have any suggestions on where to start? I don't know if I use it for the top of the stove, the oven, or what kind of food to put in it! Sorry for the dumb question, but if anyone can help me out a little that would be awesome
You have what is called a "Dutch Oven" - great for roasts (in the oven) or hearty soups etc (on the stovetop)....They are a great kitchenware staple to have!
I have recently received an enamel cast iron pot. It is VERY heavy and I believe it is for using it in the house (as opposed to camping). I would like to try to cook something in it, but don't know where to begin!
Anyone have any suggestions on where to start? I don't know if I use it for the top of the stove, the oven, or what kind of food to put in it! Sorry for the dumb question, but if anyone can help me out a little that would be awesome
It looks just like this one:
That screams out for pot roast in the oven. Or roast chicken! Don't forget all the veggies with either of them. With that pot, you can brown the meat in it on the stovetop, and then move it to the oven.
Last edited by Brain Candy; 12-09-2009 at 11:11 AM..
Soups, stews, roasts, chili, breads and desserts, sauces, boiling vege's or pasta, steaming vege's or tamales or artichokes, saute meats ...
the possibilities are endless; you can use it on the stovetop and in the oven.
If it's a high quality cast iron/enamelware pot, it will last you a lifetime with reasonable care to keep from chipping it. (and if it's low quality stuff, you'll be done with it in very short order ....)
Easy to clean with a bit of soap and water; overnight soaking helps if food is stuck to it.
I wouldn't be without my Griswold, Descoware, or LeCruset enamelware ....
I love my enameled cast iron. Like others have already mentioned: Use it for making spaghetti sauce, soups, stews or roasts. Basically you can use it like you would a dutch oven. Yes they are heavy, but they conduct heat evenly and are easy to clean up. I think you'll find you like it once you start using it.
If it is Le Creuset it will have a lifetime warranty, which is nice.
Have a look on their website for info on cast iron cookware Le Creuset - the official home of Le Creuset Cast Iron Cookware, Stoneware, Tri-ply Stainless Steel, Forged Hard Anodized Fry Pans, Stovetop Kettles, Silicone Utensils, Textiles and Screwpull Wine Accessories (http://www.lecreuset.co.uk/en-us/ - broken link)
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