Kitchen

[wagirl]

I love that color! But would never spend that kind of money for cookware--too heavy for me also.

[Sooner]

Also, at 10 inches wide it isn't a big one.  The 4 1/2 qt. size is one of their smaller pots.  The bigger ones, able to make a decent sized batch of chili or soup for four or more people, start with the 5 1/2 quart size and a lot of people with families like the 6 1/2.

Just saying measure and think about the size before you jump on it.  

[mimomof4]

I took the plunge and ordered the Oyster.  This size I will be able to use almost every day.  I haven't minded my other pan which has the handles on the side.  I find it is easy for venting so thats not an issue for me.

[LexaMom]

Amazes me - that so many on this board complain about the price of clothing but its ok to charge $230 for one piece of cast iron cookware.  Just sayin.

[house_cat]

I don't want to burst anyone's bubble if they ordered this, but I would really caution against it.  I have a traditional LC Dutch oven with the knob on the lid.  Lifting it out of the oven is tricky - it's very heavy when full.  When it comes out of the oven it is screaming hot and it's precarious enough to lift the lid with the knob - I'd be very wary about lifting a scorching hot lid with the side handles. If you're in the market for a LC Dutch oven, I highly recommend them, but I would stick with the traditional lid for safety reasons.

[house_cat]

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@LexaMom wrote:

Amazes me - that so many on this board complain about the price of clothing but its ok to charge $230 for one piece of cast iron cookware.  Just sayin.

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When you consider that these vessels are lifetime investments, the price is not outrageous.  My kids are already arguing about who gets them when I "no longer need them". 

I ordered my first one with skepticism, but it turned out to be a game changer.  Everything I cook is better because I have these incredible tools.  I have only three sizes - the large DO, a smaller DO and a skillet. I've given away just about everything else I'd accumulated over the years.  The three LC vessels I own do the work of all the others, and with better results.

When I find a clothing garment that will last a lifetime, make me look fabulous and allow me to eliminate the rest of my wardrobe, I'll pay $230 for it.

[LexaMom]

I have a whole set of cast-iron pots/pans made by Lodge, many of them enamel covered, as pretty as Le Creuset and I expect them to last a very long time as well.   I just don't get the popularity of Le Creuset given the price.  

[Wildgreens]

I have a Staub 4 qt that was made exclusively for QVC many years ago. It is my most used pot and I have over 70 LeCreuset and Staub. It is the perfect size for so much of what I cook in cast iron. I align the handles when I'm lifting; but, when I want to remove the lid I just turn it so the handles are easy to separate. It has never stopped me from using it safely.

I couldn't resist the tsv in pure white today. All the color choices are amazing.

[Yahooey]

@Wildgreens 

wow -70 pieces -  that is a lot of cast iron -

is your kitchen also your gym - lifitng weights lol

your handles are not flushed as the TSV so it is probably a bit easier to lift apart.

I'm not in the market for one - but for everyone that is - enjoy!

[verone]

I like the new emerald green, but I collect palm green. I just prefer its brightness. But since this TSV isn't offered in palm, the choice to pass is easy for me.