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 would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Zwilling.com
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
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Zwilling.com
Customer Rating
5
Great size for side dishes and rice
on August 30, 2020
Posted by: HJac
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is a great size to cook ratatouille, bourguignon, rice, etc. I don't have to use water when I use vegetables, which makes dishes great taste!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Zwilling.com
Customer Rating
5
Love this!!
on October 15, 2020
Posted by: kimmikat420
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love my cocotte! It is perfect for making beans and it looks so sleek :)
I have used this pot every day since the day I received it. Love that I can slow cook in it without being paranoid about burning everything!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Zwilling.com
Customer Rating
5
Excellent first Dutch oven
on November 18, 2020
Posted by: Hpala
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Great Matte black finish and good weight. Inspires me to cook healthy as opposed to non stick cookware.
Written by a customer while visiting Zwilling.com
Customer Rating
4
Works good
on November 26, 2020
Posted by: JohnnyJohn
Frequency of use:Monthly
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Works like expected. Brass knob was unscrewed in the box and end up slightly scratched. Outer enamel is a matte black so there is a rough texture, unlike other colors. When I need a larger size, I would get a staub again.
This cocotte is so lovely I have it sitting out on my cooktop full time! I ordered the matte black version which looks so much better in person than photos can show. I prefer to use cast iron when cooking and this high quality pot does not disappoint-very pleased with my purchase!