A Dutch oven is beyond useful in the kitchen, but if you don't use it properly, you could melt the gandle or cause it to explode in the oven itself.

From simmering a hearty beef stew all day long to baking apple cobbler, the Dutch oven is re a kitchen powerhouse. Its heavy-duty construction helps it go from stovetop cooking to braising in the oven ...

Baking bread in a Dutch oven results in beautifully-browned loaves with crisp, crackly crusts and airy centers. The best Dutch ovens for bread function like a compact oven, and though they appear ...

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We compared the iconic French Dutch oven to a lower-priced alternative to help you choose the right version of this winter ...

We tested Dutch ovens in our own kitchens to find the best. Our top picks feature Le Creuset, Staub, Made In, and more.