Cuisinart CI650-25BG Classic Enameled Iron Cookware, Cast, Provencal Blue

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However, this appliance can do so much more since you can use your own cookware, whether it’s a shallow frying pan or a tall saucepan. You can put your Le Creuset Dutch oven in the dishwasher or hand wash with warm water and mild dish soap. The company is the only one we found that didn't mind cooks using coals on their pot lids, which replicates an oven-like environment outdoors. We then snapped photos with a thermal imaging camera and measured floor and wall heat in timed increments with an infrared thermometer. Some people absolutely love the performance of cast iron pans, and if you fall into that camp, you’ll definitely be happy with the Cuisinart Chef’s Classic Enameled Cast Iron Grill Pan.

As it suggests in its name, you might find yourself grabbing this option for most of your daily cooking needs.

If you want the gold standard of Dutch ovens, I would go with the Le Creuset Signature Enameled Dutch Oven. That means letting the Dutch oven heat slowly on low or medium heat and avoiding extreme temperature changes. For a glass-top burner, start with low heat and scraping as above, but then shut off the heat and scrub with baking soda to remove any remnants. We tested a couple of pots that were only available in 7-quart sizes, but all of our favorite 5- and 5 1/2-quart models also have larger 7- or 7 1/4-quart offerings. For those looking for a budget-friendly pick, we also like the Cuisinart 5-Quart Chef's Classic Enameled Dutch Oven.

You should always be mindful to not put your face directly over the pan when removing the lid, as there will generally be a release of steam. One of our testers reviewed a smaller Max Burton model at home, and was extremely impressed with how quickly it was able to bring water to a boil and how much control it offered over temperature and heating. Coming in second place in the test kitchen, this Cuisinart cast iron Dutch oven has a good reputation.Cookies collect information about your preferences and your devices and are used to make the site work as you expect it to, to understand how you interact with the site, and to show advertisements that are targeted to your interests. This burner is a sealed unit, so it’s safe to use a damp soapy sponge to remove food residue from the cast iron plate and ring and then wipe dry. Editor’s Note (October 2023): We originally published our review of the Cuisinart Chef’s Classic Enameled Cast Iron Grill Pan in 2019. To help prevent permanent staining, you should clean cookware promptly and use baking soda to lift fresh stains or stuck-on food. Even at the highest one, the infrared technology focuses the heat to the cooking surface, which helps keep the base and housing cooler.

However, it lost a couple of points in performance because the chicken thighs cooked unevenly and stuck to the bottom of the pot a bit.It also lost points during durability testing, showing many scuff marks, as well as two (unexplained) chips on one of the handles. Small pot handles can be difficult to grip securely, especially when you're using mitts or potholders.