Review of Le Creuset Buffet Casserole

This wonderful pot is a cross between a dutch oven and a large heavy skillet. The bottom has about the same surface area as the 7-quart le Creuset french oven (big enough for a whole brisket or a large cut-up chicken), but the sides are half as high.

The large browning surface and shallow profile make this just the thing for dishes that involve browning meat or chicken, and then pouring on a sauce to slowly simmer and concentrate. The heavy lid makes the pot perfect for slow, wet, braising of tough cuts of meat like back ribs - once the dish is done the pan goes right onto the stovetop to deglaze. Jambalaya turns out beautifully: sweat some onions, celery, and peppers over low heat, brown some sausage or smoked meat, and pour in the rice and liquid - the heavy lid does wonders for the rice, and once the dish is done the whole thing can be brought to the table to serve from.

The only drawback to this pot is that you can't carve in it - slicing up a brisket or corned beef would risk trashing the enamel. The weight is also impressive - with the lid this pot is almost 13 pounds, which may be more than some cooks can handle.

Product Description
Le Creuset 3 1/2 qt Buffet Casserole - DuneLe Creuset classic touch for the modern table introduces Dune,the newest color addition to our cast iron repertoire. The Dune collection complements any color palette and makes the perfect gift.Only Le Creuset offers such a wide range of unique shapes and designs.This product offers unrivalled flexibility of use, excellent heat efficiency, and the versatility to use it on any stovetop, under the broiler, or in the oven.Our products are not only functional, but also beautiful to put on display or bring to the table for entertaining.Le Creuset is consistently chosen by leading chefs, restauranteurs, and those who just enjoy cooking, all of whom appreciate its performance, cooking advantages and style.Works on all heat sources - gas, electric, induction or glass top.Crafted by hand since 1925, each individual pot is made in its own sand mold and passes through the hands of more than 30 craftsmen during the manufacturing process.

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