Le Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 5-1/2-Quart Round French Oven, Red
REVIEW
Le Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 5-1/2-Quart Round French Oven, Red: Le Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 5-1/2-Quart Round French Oven is a product designed for serious cooks and chefs who know the value of excellent tools.
This wonderful, heavy, enameled French (or Dutch) Oven can be used for soups, stews, pot roasts, preparing whole chickens and much more. The heavy cast iron distributes heat evenly for reliable slow cooking.
What features does this product have?
The Le Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 5-1/2-Quart Round French Oven comes in a variety of bright, cheerful colors to complement any kitchen decor or table setting. Its enameled interior is virtually non-stick. Versatility is the watch word with this product. It goes comfortably from stove top or oven to table to fridge. You can even use it to store food in the freezer.
How does this product compare to other products like it?
This French Oven meets and beats all comers. It receives 5 Star reviews, across the board, hands-down.
What makes this product better than other products like it?
Quality makes this product the best. It comes from an established company that has had decades of experience in designing and producing fine cookware. This French Oven is a one-time purchase that will last several lifetimes and display outstanding versatility in any kitchen setting.
What are the shortcomings of this product?
Some users say that the new version is not quite as good as the classic, older product because the rim of the pot is not finished. It is simply rust-proofed. Because of this, the customers find it difficult to store because nesting the pot with the lid inverted will result in scratches to the lid.
What did actual users like about this product and why?
Customers like it that the Le Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 5-1/2-Quart Round French Oven is exactly the same size as the French Ovens typically used on cooking shows. They say that this makes it easy to follow the cooking shows. Customers also say that they appreciate the high quality of the product because they know that it will stand up to challenging and constant use.
What did actual users not like about this product and why?
Very few customers complain about this product. Two complained that it was damaged in shipping. One complained that it was too expensive, too heavy (considered a benefit by most) and that it required special care for cleaning (i.e. thorough drying, warming, and oiling of any moving parts.)
What is the overall actual user impression of this product?
For the most part, customers are thrilled with the Le Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 5-1/2-Quart Round French Oven. They like its appearance, its features, and the value for the money; even though, the item is quite expensive.
Recommendation
Serious cooks and chefs who spend a lot of time in the kitchen and really put their tools to hard use should definitely purchase this product. Folks who have little space but want to have high quality, versatile cookware would also do well with this item.