What’s on your fall cooking bingo card? Stew? Sourdough? Squash soup? Whatever it is, this culinary workhorse — which is close to an all-time low price — is up to the task. From boiling and braising to roasting and baking, it just about does it all, making it worthy of the space it’ll take up in your cabinets. (Of course, it’s so attractive with its smooth enamel coating and gold knob, you’ll probably want to leave it out on display.)
Like its expensive counterparts (Le Creuset, anyone?), it’s made of sturdy cast iron, which is an excellent heat retainer. If it’s a tender pot roast you’re going for, the hefty lid is dotted with condensation catchers, which trap moisture and deliver it back to the meat to keep it juicy. Want to try your hand at homemade doughnuts? The sides on this pot come up high enough that you won’t risk your hot oil bubbling over. Oh, and no matter what you make, it’ll be easy to clean out the residue, thanks to the slick enamel interior.
This piece can be used on just about any type of stovetop, and it’s oven-safe up to 500°F. Oh, and for peace of mind regarding “forever chemicals,” it’s made without PFOA or PFAS.
