Difference Between a Dutch Oven and a French Oven

In essence, a French oven is a type of cast iron Dutch oven that has a porcelain enamel coating. ... The enamelled coating also eliminates the need for seasoning, which made these newer Dutch ovens easier to maintain, and also allowed for the endlessly useful Dutch oven to be produced in a wide range of delightful colors.

1. Is a French oven the same as a Dutch oven?
2. Why is cooking in a Dutch oven better?
3. What can you cook in a French oven?
4. Is Staub better than Le Creuset?
5. Why are Dutch ovens so expensive?
6. Why is Le Creuset so expensive?
7. Do I really need a Dutch oven?
8. Why is Lodge cast iron so cheap?
9. Why is a fart called a Dutch oven?
10. Can you put a Dutch oven in the oven?
11. What can you not cook in cast iron?
12. Is Le Creuset made in China?

Is a French oven the same as a Dutch oven?

If you have a cast iron pot that has an enameled coating, it's actually a version of the Dutch oven called a French oven. Here's an easy way to remember it: A French oven is really a type of Dutch oven.

Why is cooking in a Dutch oven better?

A Dutch oven is perfect for braises because of how heavy it is, which helps it retain and distribute heat evenly—ideal for searing meat at high heat and maintaining low-and-slow temperatures for a long time. You'll wonder how you ever got through these miserable winter months without one.

What can you cook in a French oven?

You can sear meat, simmer a sauce, make a stew, roast vegetables, fry chicken, boil potatoes, bake a dessert, and everything in between! Plus it goes straight from the stove-top to the oven, making it the perfect tool for virtually any recipe.

Is Staub better than Le Creuset?

The Verdict: If we're just measuring the ability to cook, the Staub is the superior vessel. The lids self-basting drip function as well a much tighter fit are not just buzzy features, they affect your finished dishes. It browns to the same capacity as the Le Creuset and its lid handle isn't temperature-limited.

Why are Dutch ovens so expensive?

Why are Dutch ovens so expensive? The short answer: Dutch ovens get quite expensive when high-quality materials are used to make them. Dutch ovens are fairly thick which is necessary in order to let them absorb heat, and they are also supposed to last for many years.

Why is Le Creuset so expensive?

Le Creuset's cast iron is never recycled from other materials and is the highest grade possible. Your bargain manufactured cast iron may come recycled from other metals, which could cause impurities and weaknesses in the material.

Do I really need a Dutch oven?

No, you don't need one, but it might be a good purchase. I have one I use regularly, but I don't notice find it produces better tasting food than a good quality (not thin) stainless steel pot with a copper or aluminum base. A dutch oven might have an advantage if your oven temp fluctuates a lot.

Why is Lodge cast iron so cheap?

They're made locally. The fact that Lodge skillets are manufactured in the USA helps, too. Cast iron is heavy and it's cheaper to ship to stores and shoppers from Tennessee than China. A fun plus to being made in America is that the company creates lots of jobs for locals.

Why is a fart called a Dutch oven?

Dutch ovens have lids which are pretty well-fitted. You can put them over fire, but you can also put hot coals on top of them to heat them. ... So the Dutch oven is where you pull a blanket over someone's head, sealing in the love of a fart.

Can you put a Dutch oven in the oven?

Dutch ovens are oven-safe, making them ideal for braising meat or baking bread. If you're baking on high heat, beware: your pot is probably heatproof, but the knob on the lid often has a heat limit below 400º. Simply twist off the knob and bake without it, or use a metal knob.

What can you not cook in cast iron?

What Not to Cook in a Cast-Iron Skillet

• Avoid Cooking Acidic Foods in Cast-Iron Pans. ...
• Be Aware that a Cast-Iron Surface Takes on Flavors. ...
• Don't Cook Delicate Fish In Cast Iron. ...
• Before Your Skillet Is Well-Seasoned, Avoid Sticky Foods. ...
• And, Whatever You Cook, Avoid Storing Food in Your Cast-Iron Pan.

Is Le Creuset made in China?

Le Creuset is a foundry. The word "Creuset" means crucible which is what holds the molten iron for pouring. ... Unless something has just changed, all of the Lodge enameled cast iron is made in China.