cast iron vs. crockpot: Can these Le Crueset pans replace a crockpot?
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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.
1401881
Hamilton Beach website would have the best answer. The top couldn't take the higher heat at it has a rubber gasket. Don't think oven to liner for the crockpot would be a problem but you would have to wait a while for it to cool down enough to hold the lid. So best bet go to the website for their answer.
446655
You could, but the stones may emit harmful stuff that may get into your ceramic crockpot . The stone warmer is not ceramic, it's like aluminum/metal so it heats up fast -u can add salt and oil in it without damaging the metal - better to get the warmer itself than the crockpot.
1531975
There's a recipe site called RecipeGoldmine that has a section for Crockpots and a sub category called Crockettes that has recipes for small slow cookers like this. I think you'll like it.
757150
Absolutely. I cook everything that is cooked on the stove top in my Le Creuset. It's great but it is very heavy.
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.
518197
I wouldn't because the lid is bladed and doesn't fit any size crock pot in my extensive collection. It's fairly useless actually. Good thing I bought two! LOL!
1210168
No you can not but there is a new crock-pot that one can sear in and then slow cook in.
1288059
I wouldn't as it is not cast iron, ceramic or stainless. It is a coated aluminum. That said, I looked at the site, which I am putting a link to below. I did not read that could not, however I read nowhere that you could either. http://www.hamiltonbeach.com/large-slow-cookers-6-quart-programmable-stovetop-slow-cooker-33567t.html#features
915806
This may not help...I use a crockpot and cook for 6 hours. This ensures that whatever is in the pot cooks completely.
1810407
I hope that Crock-Pot will see fit to offer the inserts for this model. I chose this model because reviews were better regarding it not leaking, and I like the power base idea (I have an electric kettle that has a similar power base). Please, Crock-Pot, start offering inserts for this model, so users can prepare multiple meals on the weekend, and tote the inserts to work. Thank you!
880870
I've grown up using cast iron cookware...remember my grandmother and great-grandmother using nothing but cast iron on the old wood stoves... I'd recommend the 7qt - especially if you plan on only buying one size... SOOO many more options for dinner - and one can NEVER have too much fried chicken, right ?? ;-)
1784947
In my experience they handle high heat cooking better than cast iron pans (I own these as well). They are much less likely to scorch.
36906
I wouldn't trade any of my Le Creuset Dutch ovens. For me it's worth every penny! I don't own other enameled cast iron ovens so it's hard for me to make a comparison.
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).
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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 really don't know...haven't used it..if I had to guess I would say yes..sorry I couldn't be of more help..the crock pot is fantastic..love it.....:)