Le Creuset dutch oven recipes It seems like many people love their Le Creuset dutch ovens but I can't seem to find a lot of cook books that have recipes using enameled dutch ovens. If I am lucky, I may find those bare cast iron recipes here or other websites. It's September. I hope to get a hold of the books, so I can cook some hearty, delicious meals in the great pot.Do you have trouble finding recipes that intend to use enameled cookware? Le Creuset dutch oven recipes It seems like many people love their Le Creuset dutch ovens but I can't seem to find a lot of cook books that have recipes using enameled dutch ovens. If I am... » Read More Le Creuset dutch oven recipes It seems like many people love their Le Creuset dutch ovens but I can't seem to find a lot of cook books that have recipes using enameled dutch ovens. If I am lucky, I may find those bare cast iron recipes here or other websites. It's September. I hope to get a hold of the books, so I can cook some hearty, delicious meals in the great pot.Do you have trouble finding recipes that intend to use enameled cookware? « Show Less
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There is a great cookbook out for Dutch ovens called Glorious One-Pot Meals by Elizabeth Yarnell. Over 200 pages, soft cover book. No pictures, but the book is very well put together and some great recipes, all seperated by category. Seafood, vegan, chicken, vegetables, etc. If your looking for recipe ideas, check this book out :P
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The Encyclopedia of Cajun and Creole Cuisine by Chef John Folse is one of the best cookbooks for cast-iron, period.Don't let the name fool you, even if you don't like spicy Cajun food, peruse his website for recipes as they are plentiful and diverse. Folse is a world renowned Chef and head of the culinary institute at Nicholls State University in Thibodaux, Louisiana. You will soon buy every cookbook he has written.
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,Do you have any other information on this book . . . author, publisher, date.
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Thank you for your input.I found a few Japanese cookbooks that intend for Le Creuset cast iron ovens. The recipes seem easy. It is Japanese cooking in the cast iron. Photos look fabuluous.
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i'm sure you'll find many in "Mastering the Art of French Cooking," beef bourguignon for one!
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A well seasoned iron skillet would be similar in performance,however many a cast iron pan has been ruined by incorrect handling and cleaning. If you're experienced with cast iron and have properly maintained a cast iron skillet stick with it, but from scratch Le Creuset is foolproof.
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I don't recommend these for any type of use (stove or oven) as the set I got was very cheaply made and the finish started rusting out within a few months. For oven/broiler use, Le Creuset ceramic bakers are great (can withstand up to 500 degrees). I also love my All Clad lasagna pan. If you need pots that go from stove to oven, then Lodge brand or Le Creuset cast iron pots work well.
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I have had the Le Creuset Enameled pan for over a year and I use it all the time. I clean it by using Bar Keeps Friend and a Mr Clean eraser. That combination seems to really work for me. I use my pan at least one a week.
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ALL of my cast iron le creuset pans work GREAT on this cooktop! what an energy/time/added-kitchen-heat saver! enjoy the combo!!i wouldn't recommend "scooting" the pan [ANY cast iron pan] across the cooking surface, just in case of rough spots on the pan that might damage the cooktop.[special note: of course, the stoneware/bakeware won't work, but i'm sure that isn't your question.]
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I bought this item 2 years ago because it was being discontinued. I already had a smaller version of the dutch oven and ordered this model to replace it. I believe it was being discontinued to be replaced by the 1000 series. This is a quote from Tramontina: "New manufacturing techniques combined with improved materials and design have revitalized old world cooking traditions to offer superior product performance and versatility for an exceptional cooking experience." They may have made changes to the material used or the enamel bonding process. I'm not sure exactly. The design of the 1000 series on their website looks like the sides may be less sloping than my model. I suppose you could email Tramontina and ask what the changes are. I like my model and use it often. It has held up well. I do hand wash it as directed.
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I got mine specifically for baking bread. I have used it twice so far. Both times I have preheated both Dutch oven and lid in 410F oven for 20 minutes before adding the bread dough. It still looks as though it has never been used. It is perfect so far. I have not tried to heat empty on stove top, so I can't speak to that.
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Not in this case. This cookware is very flimsy. In fact one pot fell of the counter (OK I probably knocked it off the counter) and when I picked it up it was bent so now the lid does not fit. There is not one bit of cast iron in this. And as for enamel? I did not think enamel would fade this quickly and start coming off. I bet it is not enamel but I cannot say that for sure.
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I just found out what a Dutch Oven is. My neighbor told me about it. I ordered one to cook a recipe in. Comon sense would tell you to only use utensils that do not scratch the surface. This goes for any pans that have a coating or something. I really just started cooking stuff.
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My experience is that they were only useful for mildly warm handles. Definitely not oven safe! I ended up purchasing some Le Creuset brand that are far superior but not oven safe either.
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Yes Le Creuset prides itself on making cookware minus the toxins. I believe that only certain lines of Le Creuset do this though. Please do a search on Le Creuset to see their policy. I would have provided a link to search but Amazon blocked me from doing that. Nice play, Amazon. You want me to help customers but you block any searching that a client provides. :-/ Also, cast iron is a great way to cook anyway. Pans are heavy, but my health is more important!
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My guess is yes you can. I have had it on 425 I did not have a recipe that called for 500 degrees, I looked at the pamphlet that came with the dutch oven and it mentions so limit on cooking so I think you can. There is a customer service contact number which you may want to call. 800-497-4959. Good Luck! I love my Dutch Oven!
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I have one Le Creuset that's about 15 years old. And that one is stained. But my new one seems to have a different finish. So far it has not stained, even with the things I've cooked in it that should have done so. I suspect that they've upgraded or otherwise changed the finish, as it seems to be more slippery for lack of a better word.
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NO - You do NOT have to season ENAMELED Cast Iron. You should use a little cooking oils to cook with though.
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According to Lodge web site enameled dutch oven can handle oven temperatures of 500 degrees. So I do believe the L8D0L3 can handle 500 degrees also. You can always contact Lodge customer service and ask them to be sure.
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Cast iron interior and what the heck is PFOA? Major cooking done in Le Creuset and has been for years and I ain't dead yet!!
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The idea behind having enamel on the pan is to remove the need to season it. You can wash it as little or as much as you like, put it in the dishwasher, whatever. I've used this pan almost every day since the day I've bought it, and it shows no wear.