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Le Creuset

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penguin Community Regular
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So, I'm looking around at le creuset stuff. I've never used it, but I've heard it lasts forever, and since I have to replace my cast iron anyway...

...and I could use some stoneware...

Does this stuff live up to the hype? Is it easy to clean? Does it scratch easily? Does it heat evenly? Is it worth the investment?

We have a le creuset outlet nearby, or at least an outlet store that carries it. Maybe I can find a good deal...

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Opinions are appreciated!!! :lol:

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jenvan
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LOVE LOVE LOVE my Le Creuset products. I have several, just got a grill pan for Christmas--fun for meats or vegetables. But my FAVORITE of all their products is their french/dutch ovens. IMO, an essential cooking piece for people who love to cook. One of the few pieces that goes from stove to oven. Great for braising, soups, stews etc. etc. I highly recommend!! Very good quality, I also use over a stock pot often too b/c of the tight seal the oven gives you. Nice porcelain coating inside. I think they are worth it--but if you can get it at an outlet, that's great. I've gotten all mine online, b/c places like William Sonoma where even more expensive. Use mine all the time. This is what I have: Open Original Shared Link I would also encourage you to get a larger size one...They last forever, so even if you are single now, or don't have kids, a bigger one will come in handy someday--or if you like to entertain. Okay, I've said enough!! PS--I have passed signs for an outlet before, but never been able to ck it out. Somewhere on my way to Chicago or Cincinnati--can't remember...

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skoki-mom
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I have 2 frying pans, I love them. I don't find them too hard to clean, they are non-stick but not teflon. Anyhow, they do heat evenly and they are worth the money. I'd like to have more pieces (in the lime green, lol....my pans are older, they are hunter green), but just can't afford them.

carriecraig Enthusiast
carriecraig
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I just bought the 7 1/4 qt. Dutch oven for my husband. Our first meal in it will be our St. Patrick's Day corned beef and cabbage. I'll let you know how it goes.

cgilsing Enthusiast
cgilsing
Posted

I have a LeCreuset dutch oven and a heart shaped casserole dish. I LOVE LOVE LOVE them! They hold up great, they cook great, and they come in pretty colors! I know I know colors aren't that important - but both are an orangey red and I just love it!

Nancym Enthusiast
Nancym
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I have 2 frying pans, I love them. I don't find them too hard to clean, they are non-stick but not teflon. Anyhow, they do heat evenly and they are worth the money. I'd like to have more pieces (in the lime green, lol....my pans are older, they are hunter green), but just can't afford them.

Are these cast iron? Which size do you like the best?

I'd be interested in hearing which pieces (size, model, etc) you all like the best!

Guest Robbin
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Yes! I have the 2 qt. Dutch oven and love it. The best place in the world to buy it is TJ Maxx!!! Great deals. Not huge selection, but keep checking back they get new stuff all the time. Also, I have seen pieces at Marshall's in another state. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Easy to care for and wonderful heating surface. I also recommend for baking, the Pampered Chef pieces. I don't know anyone who sells it around here, but the two pieces I have of that are phenomenal with these flours we use. :) Oh, and Jen! I know exactly which outlet you mean--on the way to Cincinnati--Washington Courthouse--HUGE outlets!! LOVE that place!

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jenvan Collaborator
jenvan
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Robbin--

So you have been there? Its worth a stop? Also--good word on TJ Maxx! I will have to stop by and ck them out for le Creuset products. Thanks!

Guest Robbin
Guest Robbin
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I am a crazy shop-aholic, and love a lot of places to shop, but that is one of my absolute favorite outlet places! There are two close together-I think the other one is Jeffersonville (?) It actually was the bigger I think. We used to hit both of them each visit. The one in Jeffersonville has a great Mikasa outlet. Washington Ct. House had more places to eat, if I remember right. It has been about ten years since I've been, so I am sure it has grown, as they were still adding on when I was there. I remember you had to cross the bridge over the Little Miami River to get there. Hate bridges, but loved the shopping more. :)

Ok, quick note: I-71 exit 65-The shops at Jeffersonville :) The mikasa is at the noritake store! (Had to consult my shopping buddies!)

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