I love all the Staub products. This little one is no exception. It still has all the characteristics of what makes Staub so great. The enamel coated cast iron means no seasoning and its much easier to clean than traditional cast iron. It heats easily and retains heat for a very long time. The matte interior gives great browning as well. This french design is nice with its rounded corners allowing for easy stirring. I use it for my grain sides and porridge.
I love this cute little pot to make a single serving of soup or macaroni and cheese. I love the contrasting brass knob that is on the top of the pot. The cast iron is great at retaining heat, so when I take this from the oven to the table, the food stays hot for a long time.
This pot was recommended to me to use for overnight oatmeal. It works perfectly! the oats soak so nicely then just turn on the heat in the morning...ready to go. Something about using cast iron gives the oatmeal so much rich flavor while maintaining the texture. Hubby gets excited every time he sees the pot he expects there is oatmeal coming.
Perfect little three cup pot with all the features of the larger cocottes! If you are feeding one to two on a regular basis this pot is a must. They are perfect for rice and quinoa, heating up soup, making oatmeal, and creating a sauce such as hollandaise or bernaise. You can even enjoy your creation directly from this pot it will keep it warm and looks pretty at the table. The matte black coating behaves almost like non stick so this pot is a breeze to clean!