Le Creuset: Winner and Still Champion

Donna Deane of the L.A. Times compares three brands of braiser and judges her old standby, a 5.5 quart Le Creuset, to do the best job.

I received the same size Le Creuset pot for my birthday this year, and I love it. It's solidly built with a tight-fitting lid, is wonderful to cook with on the stovetop or in the oven (under 400 degrees), and cleans easily. They are expensive, but deals can be found -- mine was purchased on sale -- and they are built to last a lifetime; indeed, they come with a lifetime warranty.

My most recent success in my Le Creuset is Pot Roast with Root Vegetables, which can be found here or here.

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