2-5/8-quart soup pot made of enameled cast iron for fast, even heating
2 loop handles ease transport; black, heat-resistant knob centered on lid
Heavy, tight-fitting lid traps in nutrients and flavors
Dishwasher-safe; hand washing recommended; oven safe to 450 degrees F
Editorial Review:
Just one of the many handsome and unique pieces from Le Creuset - a beautiful oven-to-table vessel made of cast iron with a gorgeous, kiwi color enamel coating. Fashioned with two side handles and a lid for keeping your soups, stews, chowders or risotto dishes hot until they reach the table. Oven-safe to 450 degrees F.About Le Creuset... Since 1925, artisans have been crafting Le Creuset cookware in the French village of Fresnoy Le Grand. Each piece of Le Creuset cast iron cookware is handcast, polished, double enamel-coated and then fired, resulting in some of the finest quality cookware available. Cast iron is one of the best materials for distributing heat gently and thoroughly and is ideal for induction ranges. The strong enamel coating will not absorb odors or flavors, and is easy to clean. Heavy lids securely seal in moisture and flavor. Le Creuset cookware comes in a variety of sizes, colors and styles to match any kitchen and cooking preference. So lasting, you'll pass it on to the next generation of promising cooks.
The mouth of this gently rounded pot measures 9 inches across, while its flat bottom is only 4 inches, allowing you to use the small burner on your stove for a relatively big pot: the wide surface area will speed any soup or stock reduction you have in mind. Cast iron, of course, has marvelous heating qualities, so heat spreads evenly from the pot's base up its sides. You can also use the soup pot in the oven; loop handles help you carry and lift even the heaviest casserole. The baked-on interior and exterior enamel coating means the pot will not react with any acidic foods and is easy to clean. The glorious enameled colors of Le Creuset's cookware makes it suitable for the table, as well. --Schuyler Ingle
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 5.0 / 5.0
Good things in small packages:
I own this in Flame, and use it all the time - in fact, there's a chicken pot pie in the oven as I type. It's lightweight compared to the 5 - 9 Quart French ovens, so it's more maneuverable on the stove top and in the oven, which I appreciate. Its smaller capacity and tapered shape is perfect for 3-person curries, large side dishes, soups and sauces. I also really like it as a vessel for chilling and serving pasta salad and cole slaw. Though it's an authentic piece of Le Creuset, this item is no longer... more info
wonderful and versatile!:
I got this soup pot a week ago and since then I have been using it all the time---for soup, porridge, risotto, moderate portion of stewing and much more. It's large enough for 2-3 persons, while its medium size won't occupy too much space in the kitchen. It also serves perfectly as a presentable dish itself and the classic flame colour always lightens up the whole table. Absolutely love it!
loved le creuset!:
I purchased my soup pot through amazon.com, fast shipping and couldn't pass up the $99 sale price. This is my first soup pot, and I love the size, just perfect for stews and soup.It's sturdy and beautiful,I have the flame color. I have been collecting the Le Creuset cookware, I have the 3qt. buffet, 5 qt.dutch oven,large fry pan, 2 qt. saute pan. It is pricey but well worth the price, these will last forever. I'm saving up for the 6.5 qt wide dutch oven.Buy the soup pot you will not regret it!
Le Creuset at is best:
I have several Le Creuset pieces but I have to say this soup pot is my favorite. I use it almost everyday. Not only it is good for soups but I use it for everything. It cooks rice to perfection. The also good about this particular pot is that the cap is not really heavy. We all know the only drawback of cast iron is being heavy but this actually a lightweight perfect cast iron pot. It's worth every penny.
