We're halfway through Amazon's week-long Prime Day extravaganza, and it feels like we're only scratching the surface of the best deals to shop. With literally thousands of excellent deals that are going to sell out at any moment, figuring out what to buy next honestly feels stressful. You could pick up a new air fryer or those everyday essentials you needed to restock anyway, but if you ask me? Prime Day is the perfect time to treat yourself to something you want (not need)—and I'm beeline-ing it to Le Creuset's Signature Dutch Oven.
It doesn't matter if you're a seasoned home cook or just starting to find your footing in the kitchen, Le Creuset's Dutch Oven is one of the most beloved cooking accessories around. (Ina Garten has one. Meghan Markle has many. Need we say more?)
Le Creuset 5.5-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Signature Round Dutch Oven
The magic behind this "it" Dutch Oven is in its thoughtful, intuitive design. Made with an enameled cast iron, this Dutch Oven manages to heat your ingredients evenly and efficiently—but, unlike most cast iron cookware, it's not a pain to clean. Meanwhile, the lid has a slightly domed silhouette to help circulate heat and moisture—and leave you with a seriously flavorful dish in the process.
Many home chefs may use their Le Creuset Dutch Oven on the stovetop, but it's also oven-friendly, capable of withstanding temperatures up to 500°F. And if you choose to use it in your oven, its wide handles and a heat-resistant stainless steel knob on the lid will offer an easy, comfortable grip. (You know, without accidentally scorching your hands.)
But perhaps what Le Creuset is best known for is its enduring style. The Dutch Oven is available in a rainbow of eye-catching colors—so it can transition nicely from the stovetop to tabletop without throwing off the rest of your decor. There are also six sizes to choose from—ranging from two quarts to a whopping 13.25 quarts—the 5.5-quart option is a consistent crowd-pleaser: It's space-efficient but still has plenty of room to whip up a hearty stew, piles of pasta, or a chore-conscious one-pot recipe.
In honor of Prime Day, Amazon is slashing the price of a bunch of Le Creuset's Dutch Ovens. That said, if you're looking for the best bang for your buck, the 5.5-quart size in the company's signature Flame colorway is the cheapest it's been all year. Now, if that isn't a Prime Day miracle, what is?
We know what you're thinking: At $300, Le Creuset's Dutch Oven still isn't exactly what we'd call cheap. However, when you think about how much mileage you can get out of a single dish, the cost-per-use is going to go way, way down. Dare we say it's poised to be the best investment you made all week?
Le Creuset 5.5 Enameled Cast Iron Signature Round Dutch Oven
Le Creuset 5.5 Enameled Cast Iron Signature Round Dutch Oven
