- Is the 13.25-quart cocotte too big for everyday cooking?
- It is built for whole turkeys, stock and large batches. For soups and braises for two to four people, a 5- to 7-quart pot is easier to handle.
- Can it go in the oven and on the stovetop?
- Yes. It is oven safe and works on most stovetops, including induction, and can go from burner to oven.
- Does the black interior need seasoning?
- No. The matte black enamel is ready to use and does not require seasoning like bare cast iron.
- How should it be cleaned?
- Hand wash only. Let it cool before washing and avoid sudden temperature changes that can crack the enamel.
- How does it compare with a Le Creuset Dutch oven?
- Both are enameled cast iron with similar heat retention. Staub's matte black interior hides stains and its lid spikes self-baste; Le Creuset offers more colors and lighter-feeling shapes.
- What comes in the box?
- The cocotte with its matching cast-iron lid and knob.
- Where is the Staub Cast Iron 13.25-qt Round Cocotte cheapest?
- At Sweet Gourmet Tyler Texas, for $369.99, 45% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- What do buyers say about the Staub Cast Iron 13.25-qt Round Cocotte?
- Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 6,400 ratings.
- Where can I buy the Staub Cast Iron 13.25-qt Round Cocotte?
- 17 stores we checked sell it, including Best Buy, Nordstrom, Kitchen Universe, Sabavi Home, Kathy Kuo Home.
