- How does it compare with an enameled Dutch oven?
- It is bare cast iron, so it can take higher heat and open flame and won't chip, but it needs seasoning and hand washing. Enameled pots are easier to clean and better for acidic foods, at the cost of a fragile coating.
- Do I need to season it before first use?
- Lodge seasons its cast iron at the factory, so it is ready to cook with. Wash it, dry it fully and rub a thin layer of oil on it after each use to keep the seasoning.
- Can it go in the oven and on a campfire?
- Yes. Cast iron with no enamel or plastic parts handles oven heat and open flame, which is why it is popular for camp cooking and bread baking.
- Is it dishwasher safe?
- No. Hand wash it, dry it thoroughly and oil it lightly to prevent rust.
- What size batch does 6 quarts hold?
- It fits a whole chicken, a large pot of stew or chili, or a round loaf of bread. It is a family-sized pot rather than a small one.
- Can I cook tomato sauce in it?
- Only with a well-built seasoning. Bare iron reacts with acidic foods, so long-simmered tomato dishes can taste metallic if the seasoning is thin.
- Where is the Lodge Logic Cast Iron Dutch Oven 12 in. 6 qt cheapest?
- At Pro Serve US, for $79.99, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Lodge Logic Cast Iron Dutch Oven 12 in. 6 qt?
- 2 stores we checked sell it, including Pro Serve US, WareRise.