So what can it do? It’ll stew, boil, roast, and fry. Plus, it’s oven-safe up to 500 degrees F. The lid is designed so water vapor can condense and then drip back onto your food evenly — so you don’t have to worry about your pot roast turning out dry.
Promising reviews: “I researched a lot before choosing this Dutch oven. I wasn’t sure that this brand would be of high quality because the price is so much lower than the famous Le Creuset and others. This Overmont product is stylish and big enough to hold a whole chicken or probably roast. On first cooking, we did jerk beef ribs and were pleased with the result. Heat distribution is excellent, and it’s easy to clean with hot, soapy water.” —NJM
“I bought this specifically for baking bread. Everyone was suggesting I buy the Le Creuset brand, but I’m new to the task, so I didn’t want to spend an exorbitant amount. I could not be happier with my purchase. I’ve preheated both the pot and lid for an hour, as the recipes have said, and it works beautifully. It bakes fresh sourdough and yeast bread, yielding really beautiful brown crusts and even cooking throughout. I use parchment to line the pot for cooking, so clean-up is a breeze. 5 stars!” —Iris C. Wilson
Get a 5.5-quart pot from Amazon for $69.99 (available in eight colors and three sizes).
