Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Signature Braiser with Lid, 5 Quart, Sea Salt

Although the braiser was not damaged, I am disappointed that I spent $350 for an item that was obviously a return and not packaged the way a brand new one should be. Protective rim clips were simply on the bottom of the box instead of on the rims where they should be. Box had a red sticker on it, I’m sure labeling it as a return. For my 14 years of prime membership I expect better than this.

Se cocina muy bien y elegante. Sirvo de el directamente en la mesa

Encantada con esta cazuela. Los alimentos se cocinan a baja temperatura y se conservan jugosos y con todo su sabor. Se nota mucho la diferencia respecto a cocinar con utensilios antiadherentes y más convencionales. Además, estéticamente también es un placer. Merece mucho la pena la inversión.

I had been coveting a Le Creuset shallow casserole for years (thanks to Nigel Slater!) but for one reason or another couldn’t justify spending over a hundred pounds on a pan. However, in February 2017 I was swayed by an Amazon deal and decided to splurge on the pan. No buyer’s remorse!It’s absolutely fantastic! It’s been over a year now and it’s in constant use in my kitchen - twice a day, more often than not. It’s still in perfect condition with no chips to the enamel or marks to the interior. I always use silicone utensils and, if I do end up with any food stuck to the pan, I’ll deglaze it with water while on the hob (or wine during cooking if the recipe calls for it!) so there’s no need for elbow grease or harsh cleaning products when washing up.As you’d expect with Le Creuset, the pan is of exceptional quality and will last a lifetime if looked after properly. I’ve inherited a set of 1960s Le Creuset saucepans that are testament to how well made their cookware is.I bought the 26cm shallow casserole which holds 2L and is suitable for 2-3 people. We’re a couple that loves very generous portions and it’s the perfect size for us.It’s versatile - use it on hob, under the grill, in the oven - and can handle such a variety of dishes. Homemade baked beans, frittata, pasta & rice bakes, Japanese gyoza (frying bottoms, steaming with lid on), risotto, curries & dahls...And... it’s stylish! I have it in the Almond, admittedly because it was the cheapest at the time, and it’s lovely. Lives on the cookertop. I’m planning on the 30cm in Marseille Blue next because I honestly couldn’t be without these casserole dishes.

I should have known something was off with this item. It arrived without any protective material inside the Le Creuset. box. Every piece I have ever bought has cardboard to keep the pot stable and plastic clips to keep lid from scratching. This item arrived without any of that. I should have sent this back but really wanted it. I used it for the first time on Christmas Day and noticed multiple scratches all over the lid. It looks to me like it was used and not new. Very unsatisfied with quality for what I paid.