Le Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 14-1/4-Inch Oval Au Gratin, Cherry

Great Pan, Wrong Description
I bought this pan off of Amazon through Chef's Resource a few weeks ago. I have made several things in it and all have turned out wonderfully. Once again, a great product from Le Creuset!
The only caveat I have is that this pan is not stoneware as described. I assumed this when I saw it on Amazon due to the hefty price. I contacted Amazon.com by phone and found them to be polite, but not too helpful. I later contacted Chef's Resource, who was offering the pan on Amazon at the time, and they assured me that the pan was indeed cast iron. I hope that Amazon will make the correction in the title and description of this product. I would not pay this price for stoneware, but the cast iron is well worth it!

Five Star Au Gratin
Le Creuset's Enameled Cast Iron Au Gratin Pans are a must have for the smart cook. I have had a few of these for years and they always come in handy. Few materials conduct heat so well in an oven as does cast iron and the nice thing is these are porcelain enameled which gives you only the flavor of the food without any metal contamination. These cook much better than their stoneware cousins and you will be amazed at the texture of casseroles and potatoes au gratin etc when using this pan. With these pans you are only limited by your imagination. Now you may think they are pricey but if you take care of them they will cook for a lifetime.

Clean up is a snap no matter how cheesy and messy the pan may become. Just soak in warm soapy water for 15 minutes and the mess cleans up quick. If you are especially lazy, like me sometimes--just line the inside with aluminum foil.

A great addition for any cooks kitchen. These also make a great gift to give or receive...

Great Dish
I love this dish. It's become the new standard in my kitchen. I previously used a Pyrex for baking, but this one just feels better. Cooks my roasted potatoes faster, more evenly and with a better browning as well. It's a great addition to my small but growing collection of Le Creuset.

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