cast iron vs. crockpot: Can these Le Crueset pans replace a crockpot?
137474
a LC pot should not be left unattended, since you are cooking either on the stove or in oven (unless your oven has auto-shutoff); a crockpot will turn off automatically. otherwise, i think cooking process and results are pretty close.
2203590
Even if they weren't way too big, they would not be worth it to use in a small crockpot. Line your crock pot with a layer or two of heavy duty foil, being careful not to puncture the foil.t I will work fine and cost much less.
1086565
Yes, however I have had mine for at least 6 years. In addition I use it heavily. I did find a replacement stoneware on the crock pot website for only 12.00 and plan to order it rather than buying a whole new unit.
569426
These are not my crock pots. You would have to ask the manufacturer. The one I purchased is of sufficient size.
187505
I haven't yet, but I certainly will. My oven gets a lot hotter than a crock pot, so I see no reason not to.
757351
I think the answer you need to hear is YES. However, the heating mechanics involve a lot more than stainless vs copper. These will heat up and retain heat just as well as the Emeril copper pans (no appreciable difference). They can heat differently than the typical triple-clad or multi-ply copper pots and pans (and in my opinion, better--particularly with glass-top ranges)
757150
Absolutely. I cook everything that is cooked on the stove top in my Le Creuset. It's great but it is very heavy.
914410
yes to both questions. the only downside is that it doesn't have a warming feature like my larger crockpot.
915806
This may not help...I use a crockpot and cook for 6 hours. This ensures that whatever is in the pot cooks completely.
167543
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.
1664701
Yes! Be careful, as the heat in the pot is almost instantaneous. Induction activates the ferrous molecules in the cookware, the pot gets hot immediately. Low heat, in Le Creuset, and induction, is best. In my experience, a higher temp is achieved very quickly, losing that gained heat happens much slower. I use my induction top's temp set feature to keep temps low low, like 150F, or lower, for slow slow.
1097056
I tossed mine and bought the old standard crock pot. The Hamilton Beach pot is worthless, can't believe it's still for sale.
989185
As it is thin guage metal, it will flex in the middle. An electric skillet would spread the load over a larger portion and might be ok, I would think a crock pot would be a lot of weight in a small area. One option would be to place a cutting board under the crock pot, and that would solve your problem. Over-all we love out cover, really dresses up the stove.
2093689
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.
949394
I had to toss my old copper-bottomed Revere Ware (warped, which I didn't notice on a non-glass top stove), and my grandmother's cast iron cookware (uneven on the outside). I now have a Cuisinart stainless steel set (copper in-between stainless), and use the Circulon Contempo pans for things like eggs (or when I just want an easy clean-up). They both work (the concentric ridges are inside the pan, not outside), with the Circulon being easier to clean, but slower to warm up, and Cuisinart being much more elegant to cook with. I have had the Circulon pans for about three years, with light use - they don't have a scratch on the, to my surprise (I don't use metal utensils with them, and I usually use a little oil).
1804004
Yes just like regular crock pots--and you can put the crock in the microwave to reheat things quickly as long as you don't put the lid on it.
781958
A sloe cooker has heating elements that only come from the bottom, a crock pot the heat comes from the sides which creates more moisture for the food.