For most of us, this is the perfect winter weekend for staying inside and cooking our favorite comfort foods. But if the pot you’re using is less than ideal, it’s also the perfect weekend to take advantage of Wayfair’s sale section and upgrade to a better Dutch oven, braiser, or casserole dish. These cookware essentials are designed for hearty winter meals, but you’ll find yourself using them all the time.
We scoured Wayfair’s thousands of cookware deals for the best markdowns on Dutch ovens, braisers, and casserole dishes from Lodge, Le Creuset, and more. Here’s your chance to save up to $180 while trapped indoors.
Best Cast Iron Dutch Ovens and Braisers at Wayfair
Lodge 6-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven
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Lodge’s enameled Dutch oven continues to be one of our favorite Dutch ovens. The quality enamel holds up to everyday cooking, and the internal cast iron heats thoroughly when cooking soups, stews, and New Orleans gumbo. A snug-fitting lid means moisture is kept inside the pot when braising meat or baking bread.
Le Creuset Signature 8-Quart Cast Iron Oval Dutch Oven
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Le Creuset’s Signature Dutch Oven is another Allrecipes best Dutch oven for good reason. The internal cast iron has excellent heat retention, and the enamel coating, whether that’s the vibrant exterior coat or the interior one, shouldn’t chip or stain. The oval 8-quart model is ideal for large batches with more than enough room for cooking seven or eight servings of a meal.
Lodge 3.6-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Casserole
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Tall Dutch ovens are wonderful for so many meals, but plenty of recipes benefit from being made in a casserole dish, like this one from Lodge. The wide cooking surface is ideal for sautéing or browning meat, with the tight-fitting lid preventing splatters on your stove. The shallow design, meanwhile, creates an even layer, which means more topping when you make your cheesy pasta bake or delightful bread pudding.
Martha Stewart Gatwick 7-Quart Cast Iron Round Dutch Oven
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Leave it to Martha Stewart to create a chic Dutch oven that won’t break the bank. The 7-quart Gatwick has a timeless design that fits any kitchen, while the large capacity means it can handle even the biggest batches of soup or stew. Extra-wide handles make it easy to grab from a hot oven, and the self-basting nubs on the inside of the lid keep everything tender when cooking.
Le Creuset Signature 3.75-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Oblong Dutch Oven
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It’s better to think of the oblong Dutch oven from Le Creuset as a casserole dish due to its shallow design. The oval shape is wonderful for baked dishes, and creates a larger cooking area for sautéing or stirring. Like Le Creuset Dutch ovens, this features excellent heat retention, a high-quality enameled interior, and a tight-fitting lid.
Tramontina Bestow 4-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Braiser
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The low profile of the Tramontina enameled cast iron braiser makes it ideal for everyday cooking, while still being beautiful enough for serving at the table. The ample 12.3-inch cooking surface means enough room for shepherd’s pie one night, and seared pork chops the next. As is the case with quality Dutch ovens, this is designed with a self-basting lid.
Le Creuset Signature 3.5-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Braiser
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No Le Creuset collection is complete without the 3.5-quart braiser. Its wide cooking surface gives you ample room to sauté prior to a long braise in the oven, but this can also be used in place of a sauté pan when the need hits. The picturesque cookware has all the classic Le Creuset design elements like vibrant colors, curved, wide handles, and a ringed lid.
Lodge 5-Quart Double Dutch Oven
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Lodge’s double Dutch oven is actually two versatile pieces of cookware with one purchase. The bottom is your standard 5-quart Dutch oven, while the lid can also be used as a 10.25-inch cast iron skillet. Since this is bare cast iron, it can be used on the grill or over a campfire, in addition to your oven, but it will need to be seasoned and maintained.
Ayesha Curry 6-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven
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Ayesha Curry’s cookware line is filled with well-designed pieces that have adorable accents, like the heart-shaped handle on the 6-quart Dutch oven. The Dutch oven enamel comes in an earthy terracotta and deep marine blue, two colors that will add a bit of charm to your kitchen. Though the lid isn’t as domed as Lodge or Le Creuset lids, it still has self-basting nubs and a snug fit so your dish cooks properly.
Tramontina Signature 5-Quart Stainless Steel Round Dutch Oven
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A Dutch oven can be made from stainless steel, a terrific alternative to heavy cast iron. Meals will cook evenly since this Tramontina 5-quart Dutch oven features a fully clad design of 18/10 stainless steel around an aluminum core. Like cast iron Dutch ovens, this can be used in the oven without any worries, but unlike cast iron, it can be cleaned in the dishwasher.
Crock-Pot Artisan 5-Quart Cast Iron Round Braiser
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Crock-Pot is usually associated with its famous slow cookers, but the brand also produces high-quality Dutch ovens and braisers. This 5-quart braiser has a larger capacity than most less expensive models, and the tall sides allow enough room to completely submerge meat in its braising liquid. This also comes with a self-basting lid, so your dish will come out moist and tender, even if it’s in the oven for hours.
Smith & Clark 4-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Tomato Dutch Oven
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High tomato season isn’t here yet, but it is the best time of year for warming tomato soup and grilled cheese. Make yours in a vibrant cherry red tomato-shaped Dutch oven complete with a dark gold stem handle. But it’s not all looks; the cast iron will bring your soups and Sunday sauces to a gentle simmer, while the enamel coating makes it easy to clean. Essentially, this is a stylish Dutch oven you’ll use year-round.
