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Le Creuset Signature Cast Iron Round Casserole 26cm/5.3L review

Le Creuset Signature Cast Iron Round Casserole 26cm/5.3L

CHOICE Expert Rating

88%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  • Limited wear and tear of pot rim and lid edge after durability testing.
  • Good gap to grip knob on lid, when using an oven mitt.
  • Excellent result for brown rice.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Possible that threading of knob on lid may wear over time, causing knob to become loose.

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Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
88%
Performance score
100%
Brown rice score
100%
Bolognaise score
100%
Oven baked bread score
100%
Chilli beef score
Not tested
Ease of use score
80%
Boil time (min:sec)
4 min 5 sec

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Availability
Tested model

Specifications

Surface temperature of lid knob (°C)
46
Surface temperature of side handle (°C)
69
Weight (kg)
5
Weight without lid (kg)
3.4
Stated volume (L)
5.3
Measured useable volume (L)
4.2
Base thickness (mm)
5
Measured external diameter of base (cm)
20.5
Seasoning instructions before first use
Wash pan in hot soapy water, rinse, then dry thoroughly.
Warranty
Lifetime
Country of origin
France
Website
lecreuset.com.au

Cost

Price
$710.00

Features

Shape
Round
Dishwasher safe
Yes (but constant dishwashing can cause dulling of the enamel finish)
Oven safe (up to °C)
250
Steam vent
Bowl material
Enamelled cast iron
Body material
Cast iron
Lid handle material
Stainless steel
Interior colour
Cream
Lip or spout
None

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