Dutch Ovens

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Dutch ovens are heavy, lidded pots for braises, stews, soups and bread, and many double as serving vessels straight from the oven.

This collection includes enamelled cast iron round Dutch ovens in several sizes and colours, smaller cast aluminum oval and round Dutch ovens built for tabletop service, a cast iron camp Dutch oven, and parchment liners. It sits in Pots & Pans.

Types of Dutch ovens

  • Enamelled cast iron Dutch ovens: round, lidded pots in multiple sizes and colours, equally suited to stovetop braising, oven cooking and bringing the finished dish to the table.
  • Cast aluminum Dutch ovens: smaller oval and round pots in several colours, built for tabletop and buffet presentation rather than heavy stovetop use.
  • Camp Dutch oven: a plain cast iron pot and lid for stovetop or oven braising.
  • Liners: parchment paper liners that make cleanup easier for bread and sticky braises.

What to consider when choosing a Dutch oven

  • Capacity: match the pot to your typical batch; a single large Dutch oven can replace several smaller pots for braises and stews.
  • Stovetop vs. tabletop use: enamelled cast iron handles stovetop searing and long braises; cast aluminum tabletop pieces are built for presentation and holding rather than searing.
  • Colour: several sizes come in multiple colours, which can help a kitchen colour-code by station or match a buffet’s presentation.
  • Weight: cast iron Dutch ovens are heavy when full; make sure staff can lift and pour safely, especially at larger sizes.

Dutch oven FAQs

What’s the difference between the cast iron and cast aluminum Dutch ovens here?

The enamelled cast iron pieces are built for stovetop searing and long oven braises. The cast aluminum pieces are lighter, come in smaller sizes and are meant for tabletop and buffet service rather than heavy daily cooking.

Can a Dutch oven go straight from the oven to the table?

Yes, that is one of the main reasons kitchens choose an enamelled or coloured Dutch oven over a plain stock pot for braises and stews served family-style.

Do I need a liner?

A liner is optional. It mainly helps with bread baking and very sticky braises where cleanup would otherwise take longer.

How heavy is a full-size Dutch oven when loaded?

A large cast iron Dutch oven is heavy even empty, and significantly heavier once filled with a braise or stew, so plan for two-handed lifting at the larger sizes.

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