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Is Le Creuset worth it?

CWS22 — Fri, 03 Apr 2015 23:11:48 GMT

I'm so tempted to get one of these French (Dutch) ovens but the price is sooo steep. Are these really worth it or is there a comparable cast-iron enameled Dutch oven that performs as well and has great reviews?

Re: Is Le Creuset worth it?

jaxs mom — Fri, 03 Apr 2015 23:14:51 GMT

Yes, Le creuset and Staub are worth it IMO. I've never used the Lodge enameled cast iron so I can't comment on it other than to say it's made in China unlike the other two brands above. I wouldn't buy any of the "celebrity" chef brands though, they all have negative reviews as far as longevity.

Re: Is Le Creuset worth it?

Goldenmoher — Fri, 03 Apr 2015 23:16:38 GMT

I love my le Creuset and would not trade it for another brand. My mother gave my my first Dutch oven over 40 years ago, and I still use it. I bought additional pieces at a LC outlet store so that made it more affordable. Nothing can hurt it. It is heavy though, so be prepared!

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faeriemoon — Fri, 03 Apr 2015 23:17:29 GMT

IMO; le Creuset is worth it.

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Berlybaby — Fri, 03 Apr 2015 23:21:42 GMT

If you like to cook you can't beat Le Crueset. I have all of their enamel pots and have had them for many years. My pots still look like new and as I've said they are the best and worth every penny.

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OnlyShopsOnline — Fri, 03 Apr 2015 23:23:50 GMT

Go with the best! I bought one of the lesser expensive brands years ago. I ordered it from Amazon, but don't remember the name. Anyway, I hardly used it. Everything stuck to the bottom and I couldn't get it clean. Also, the paint chipped off in several places and it got rust spots.

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BooBoo — Fri, 03 Apr 2015 23:29:47 GMT

I am an avid cook and own two le Creuset dutch ovens as well as a 10" Lodge frying pan. These are my daily use pieces and I have had them more than ten years. The Le Creuset has held up fantastically and I purchased mine at an outlet as "seconds". The Lodge pan is not enamel/cast iron, but just raw cast iron. I use it for everything else. America's Test Kitchen did a enamel cast iron test a few years ago and the LeCreuset was their favorite, but the Tramontina (significantly less$$) was their second favorite. just interesting trivia.

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athenian — Fri, 03 Apr 2015 23:36:22 GMT

I inherited an oval baker from my mother. I think it is more than 60 years old and I use it often. It doesn't look pristine, but, boy, what a workhorse! Yes, quality is worth it.

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rudy — Fri, 03 Apr 2015 23:37:27 GMT

Yes, definitely.

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Chi-town girl — Fri, 03 Apr 2015 23:47:07 GMT

Yes, Le Creuset is excellent quality. Have several LC vessels. Bought a Martha Stewart "knockoff" version at Macy's at a lower price, but within a year the porcelain started to chip--better to spend the extra $$$ for something that will perform consistently & last a lifetime!

Re: Is Le Creuset worth it?

Sooner — Fri, 03 Apr 2015 23:51:34 GMT

The quality is excellent. If you won't use it a lot, take care of it, and love it, no, it isn't worth it. You need to read all the online hints at Le Creuset website and find out how to use it best, not heat it too much, and fill it to the proper level. Use their care and tips and try some of their recipes to get the hang of it.

Re: Is Le Creuset worth it?

Jtdmum — Sat, 04 Apr 2015 00:01:34 GMT

Hands down best there is. Do you have any marshalls, TJMaxx, or homegoods nearby? Maybe a LC outlet? Still expensive but totally worth it.

Re: Is Le Creuset worth it?

judgejudith — Sat, 04 Apr 2015 00:14:05 GMT

Have had my original set for 45 years...still the best! Bought from the old Spiegel catalog and put it in my Lane Hope Chest back in the 60's.

Re: Is Le Creuset worth it?

gonnab — Sat, 04 Apr 2015 00:31:22 GMT

If you use it a lot, then it certainly worth the price. But be prepared - it's very heavy-especially when filled with food.

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Fabilola — Sat, 04 Apr 2015 00:45:30 GMT

In a word, yes! look for it at TJMAXX, Marshals, Homegoods, or used on the Bay. I have the large dutch oven and it cooks so evenly, easy to clean up. lodge also makes a very good enameled cast iron product, in the USA. I like the plain cast iron from Lodge too.

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Clover29 — Sat, 04 Apr 2015 00:51:58 GMT

Yes, totally worth it. They last forever, so the cost per use is nothing, eventually.

I've even got Le Creuset coffee mugs, and they seem to be unbreakable (which, given how many mugs DH and I have broken before getting them, is amazing).

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Snoopp — Sat, 04 Apr 2015 01:08:22 GMT

Yes, but as someone said, it sure is heavy.

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beach-mom — Sat, 04 Apr 2015 01:11:37 GMT

Yes. The ones made in France are wonderful. DH gave me a set as a wedding present, and right now I have eggs boiling in one of the pans.

Re: Is Le Creuset worth it?

SharkE — Sat, 04 Apr 2015 01:20:42 GMT

Not to me.

Re: Is Le Creuset worth it?

Mothertrucker — Sat, 04 Apr 2015 02:39:52 GMT

For me, definitely..