Customer Reviews for Staub - Cast Iron 5.5-qt Round Cocotte - Basil
Customer Rating
5
Reliable even cooking
on July 28, 2020
Posted by: Rprice68
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love the weight of this product and how it evenly distributes the heat throughout the entire cook.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was in the market for a Dutch oven that would work for soups, stews, sautés and breads. This 5.5qt Cocotte was exactly was I was looking for and more. I usually cook for one, but I like to meal prep a larger batch so that I am not cooking every day. This size is also perfect for a family of 4. It is not only beautiful to look at, but it cooks your meals to perfection as it heats evenly on medium heat as well as helps retain the moisture in your foods with the special lid. The textured enamel is an easy transition for those used to cooking on non-stick surfaces but 10x better. Also, the gorgeous Graphite color goes well with my other All-Clad cookware without clashing. I would definitely purchase this Cocotte again!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was given the 5.5-qt Round Cocotte as a Christmas gift. When I opened the box, it was so beautiful that I was almost afraid to cook in it. But I am definitely glad I have! This pot is an absolute dream. Heat conduction is wonderful, stews & soups in particular can be simmered to perfection, easily transferable from stovetop to oven. You will get excited every time you pull this gorgeous pot out of your cupboard to cook with. Buy one now!
This is the perfect size for a typical size family...large enough to hold a large piece of meat or poultry. The dark interior browns and sears protein nicely. The 5.5 quart is large enough to cook meat, poultry and veggies together, using one piece of cookware. The cocotte is a beautiful serving piece as well, Straight from the oven or stovetop to the table. And the cocotte cleans up easily too. A small piece of breading stuck to the bottom of the cocotte but released easily after a short time of soaking in warm soapy water.
The one to have! I also got the Staub cookbook and have been enjoying using this cocotte with new recipes. If you just had one, I would highly recommend this size.
The cocotte is amazing! It makes an ordinary cook prepare chef-like meals! Since I've started using the cocotte it is the only pot that I want to use - for everything!!