It’s quick drying formula and high gloss finish means your repair will not only save you time, but also provide a lasting professional appearance. After spending hours searing, braising, steaming, and sautéing, we think the Lodge 6 Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven cooks just as well as more expensive pots. After previously testing a couple of pots that had dark interiors, we decided to focus on ones that had light-colored enamel interiors, because light interiors make it easier to monitor the color of the fond—the accumulation of the browned bits that make the base for flavorful sauces.

Size-wise, we narrowed down to testing 5½- or 6½-quart ovens, which offer a happy medium that works for most recipes.You can also get a phenolic (a type of heat-proof plastic) knob, which the company says is oven-safe up to 500° F. Available in 4 colours, and provided with a brush for easy application there is no need for expensive repairs.

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Proudly independent, not endorsed by or affiliated with Aga Rangemaster Ltd or Aga Rangemaster Group Ltd. We found that the dark, slightly textured interior on the Staub Round Cocotte makes the oven hard to use. This is an essential step, and if you skip it, your paint job will likely not come out smoothly and cleanly. Don’t be tempted to keep spraying one wet spot because you missed a spot otherwise too much paint will build up and you’ll get the dreaded dribbles!

Ultimately, the real differences we noticed were with how easy each Dutch oven was to use and maneuver. Cut another hole the bottom the same size as an incandescent light of some sort (the kinds on flexible arms work well).Every Dutch oven we tested also made a tender beef stew, but we did notice a difference in how much each stew reduced over many hours in the oven.

The picture below shows how it ends up and do have a look at the two blog posts listed below which look at re-enamelling one of these 're-coated' cookers in depth.I know it's an old thread but I've got this problem with my Beko cooker and have just been Googling about it and one of the first places it led me was here. We haven’t had issues with baking bread in our picks, but you should keep in mind that manufacturers advise against it, so you may not be covered if your pot does get damaged. We wanted to see whether there were any differences in how well each loaf rose and browned, which could depend on how well a pot holds heat and traps steam.