Kitchen Aid Cookware: Le Creuset 6-3/4-Quart Risotto Pot, Red Review

I agree with the other reviews on the quality, beauty etc.I will concentrate my review on the size of this pot as I had a lot of trouble deciding on size when I was making my purchase.

Le Creusets are good at many things but IMHO the biggest reason for getting one is for its ability to cook gently and slowly over a longer period of time.This lets the flavors of your dish mix together beautifully and I have found more dimensions of taste when I cook this way.It's also very good for searing meats and then slowly cooking it until it literally falls off the bone.So the reason I got a Le Creuset oven is to make stews, pasta sauces, soups, and roasts.

The 6.75 quart, oval oven fulfilled my needs perfectly and I have found this size and shape to be quite versatile.I cook for just my husband and myself, but like many people today we both work so I like to make larger portions and freeze half.This pot will fit a double or even a triple recipe for spaghetti sauces and the like.The oval shape allows a rectangular roast or whole chicken or two smaller hens to fit inside.If you're having friends over for dinner and want to make a bigger roast for 4-8 people, chili for a crowd, etc., this is the perfect size to have.

Some people had told me to get a round one if I do mostly stove top cooking, in order to have more even heat distribution from the round burner.I have found that the heat distributes very evenly on the oval shape, so I prefer the oval because it is a better shape for roasts.

Assuming you already have other pots and pans, and are looking to finally add a Le Creuset to your kitchen, IMO this is a very good size/shape to have.

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Product Description:
Bringing home the taste of Northern Italy, this 6-3/4-quart risotto pot features cast-iron construction for even heat distribution, plus a strong enamel coating that keeps foods from sticking and does not absorb odors or flavors. The pot's shallow design ensures efficient evaporation of liquids, while the sides are angled to fit perfectly with a risotto spatula. In addition, it performs on all heat sources--gas, electric, induction, and ceramic top. Oven-safe to 450 degrees F, the pot's heavy lid securely seals in moisture and flavor, and its sturdy loop handles facilitate carrying from the oven or stovetop to the table. The dishwasher-safe risotto pot measures 12-1/2 by 15 by 6-1/4 inches and carries a limited lifetime warranty.

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