I love staub. I have a 4 qt cocotte and have been using it weekly since i purchased it. I bought this one to make smaller portions and because it is aesthetically pleasing. I took off a couple of stars because there are a lot white paint speckles on the inside and a couple of yellow/rust-colored stains on the bottom. Because it is white, I think these 'imperfections' were more pronounced. I am happy with the quality (other than cosmetic) of this and I foresee myself using this often as well.
This cast iron, tough little guy makes cups of fluffy rice due to unique chevrons beneath lid that continually circulate moisture. White colour looks and stays clean due to enameling.
Great little cast iron pot, perfectly sized as a rice cooker or oatmeal maker. The pot has the curved basting spikes that will work beautiful for soaking, cooking and steaming bothe rice and oatmeal. Surprising how often it gets used.
This petite French oven cooks grains perfectly. We use it for individual servings of rice casseroles and pot pies. It has self-basting Chistera spikes on the interior of the lid which collect and return all moisture back into dish - nothing dries out and the food stays moist. The heat capability of the pan is amazing - heats up quickly and evenly, also stays hot for hours. We have even used these as serving dishes for hot cheese dips!
My fav pot for making steel cut oatmeal, cous cous and rice. Comes out perfectly every time! The spikes on the lid inside make for super moist meals. Easy clean up - just soak and wash out. Perfect for 1 or 2 people.
Love this pot for a simple meal for two. Cast iron is an awesome cooking medium. It heats to super hot for searing then I can turn down to simmer gently. I use it often for rice and other grains - buckwheat, quinoa, barley - then mix vegetables in for a one pot meal.
The beautiful enamel coating also makes for a beautiful way to present at the table.
eceived this as a Christmas Gift, probably because we eat lots of grains. I've made Coucous, pilaf and risotto and all come out very moist and delicious. Good gift idea for a vegetarian
Dainty and durable!! This is a great size and shape for morning oatmeal. I like using this for polenta and grits. The higher sides are perfect for those bubbly dishes! Love the creative chistera spikes. perfect for circulating moisture in a continuous flow!