Customer Reviews for Staub - Cast Iron 4-qt Round Cocotte - Matte Black
Customer Rating
5
Amazing product - cleans easily with baking soda
on August 3, 2020
Posted by: Maulik
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Cleans easily - even stubborn stains - just boil hot water in it with some baking soda and stubborn stains/particles come right off! Amazing product
After seeing multiple recipes for no-knead bread baked in a cast iron Dutch oven, I became intrigued with the concept. Staub products are definitely an investment, so I did a bit of research on the internet. This brand was compared to its two main contenders - one, also produced in France, and an iconic and much less expensive US brand which I rejected when I discovered that their enameled cast iron line was produced in China. After reading all of the reviews and specs, I concluded that Staub was the best choice all around. I was pleasantly surprised to discover that a discount on the purchase price as well as a promotional offer for complementary decorative knob was being offered on the ZWILLING J.A. Henckels website.
This is a beautiful piece of cookware and I am thrilled with the quality, appearance and performance. I baked the above-noted bread in it the day after it arrived and another version of the recipe a few days later. All I can say is, "Wow!" I am an old school bread maker and these loaves rivaled any that I have ever made using traditional methods. This cocotte will now be my go-to for baking, roasting, and braising.
I purchased this item to bake No Knead Bread, because I thought the finish was more durable and would withstand the high temperature needed. The pan was just what I needed. The knob on the lid is metal and can withstand the 500 degree temperture the pan needs to be used at. The dark interior makes for a crispy, evenly browned bread that rivals the expensive bakery breads. Thrilled with my purchase the pan has everyhting I was looking for!
Used once, porcelain already started chipping. If this is Staub quality, this will be my first and last purchase. Have had much cheaper items last much longer.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from Zwilling.comBy Consumer Relations, May 12, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. This is definitely not typical, and we would appreciate the opportunity to further assist you. Please email us via the contact form below with your order information. Happy cooking!
The lid is heavy and chipped the enamel rather deep during shipping and handling I assume. I’m not sure how to repair it. I use it because it doesn’t occur to be in contact with the steam from my cooking. It works great on my electric stove top, thank goodness. Other than the cosmetic damage, I really love how this cooks (and I cook with Kangen water). I really love the nutrient rich aroma drip design of that a Staub offers. Highly recommend. Very valuable kitchen essential.