The Dutch Oven Cookware Collection
Dutch ovens, also known as French ovens and cocottes, are probably the large, traditional pots you think of when you daydream about Sunday dinners of braised roasts or coq au vin. They're heavy, have high sides and tight-fitting lids to help circulate heat and moisture—ensuring that whatever's inside won't dry out even during long cooking times. As a general rule, a 5- to 7-quart Dutch oven is a good place to start, but if your family is larger or smaller consider this: You can typically get one serving for every quart of your Dutch oven's capacity.
Cast Iron Dutch Ovens. Staub and Le Creuset Dutch ovens have become icons of well-curated kitchens. Not only do these enameled cast iron pots tick all the boxes (heavy, high sided, tight-fitting lid), but they come in eye-catching shades that also help prevent rusting and simplify cleanup. And because they don't require seasoning, they can handle acidic foods, like long-simmered tomato sauces, without imparting a metallic tang. (Pro tip: Enameled and cast iron Dutch ovens are usually induction compatible.)
Non-Stick Dutch Oven Pots. Dutch ovens with a non-stick coating, like those from Caraway, are known for more easily releasing foods from the bottom and sides of the pans. They're typically hand-wash only, though, so if having a dishwasher-safe Dutch oven is important, look to our collections of stainless steel and enameled cast iron Dutch ovens instead.
Stainless Steel Dutch Ovens. Made from durable stainless steel, which tends to be dishwasher safe, our collection features Dutch ovens that are perfectly sized for braising meats and making large batches of soups and stews.