Customer Reviews for Calphalon Contemporary Nonstick 8.5 Qt. Dutch Oven
Calphalon Contemporary Nonstick 8.5 Qt. Dutch Oven
Get set to cook for a crowd with this extra- large, extra-beautiful Dutch Oven. Ideal for braising meats, simmering soups, or whipping up a big batch of meatballs and sauce, it features a curvy contemporary shape that looks fabulous on the buffet.
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(10 Reviews) 9
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4 out of 10(40%)reviewers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Calphalon Contemporary Nonstick 8.5 Qt. Dutch Oven
Review 1 for Calphalon Contemporary Nonstick 8.5 Qt. Dutch Oven
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Wonderful All-Around Pot
By: js@26.2 on
Date:December 5, 2012
Location:Boston, MA
Age:over 55
Wonderful All-Around Pot
Date:December 5, 2012
I bought this initially because I was going to be cooking for a family member's 90th birthday celebration where over 50 people would be attending. I needed the largest dutch oven/pot I could find, and this worked perfectly, shortening the time involved in pre-preparing the main course.
Since then I have used it for just about anything you can think of - soups, peasant style ratatouille, gumbo, chili, chicken cacciatore, etc. (I prepare large double batches so I can freeze a large amount for later.) And it has worked absolutely perfectly for everything. I used to have to start some dishes in one pan and split the contents at some point in the prep to make the quantity I've needed, but not with this pan because it is so large.
And as others have commented, for its size, it is exceptionally lightweight. And the clean-up is so easy that it's amazing. Storage can be a consideration because it's so large, but we found a way to make it happen.
I couldn't recommend this item more highly if you have the need for a large dutch oven or pot.
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Review 2 for Calphalon Contemporary Nonstick 8.5 Qt. Dutch Oven
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the best
By: msteltz on
Date:August 12, 2010
Location:Kutztown,Pa
Age:25-34
Gender:Male
the best
Date:August 12, 2010
This is the best pot I have ever purchased and everyone should have it. It is like using a crockpot but in the oven and less time.
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Review 3 for Calphalon Contemporary Nonstick 8.5 Qt. Dutch Oven
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Excellent for Indian curries
By: srabiog6770 on
Date:January 31, 2010
Excellent for Indian curries
Date:January 31, 2010
This works so well when preparing an Indian curry. You can safely maneuver frying your meats and spices in less oil, minimizing splatters!
The pot heats well and can be used on your largest burner on medium and medium high heat. The glass lid is a bonus.
It is light in weight and offers easy clean-up.
The pot heats well and can be used on your largest burner on medium and medium high heat. The glass lid is a bonus.
It is light in weight and offers easy clean-up.
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Calphalon Contemporary Nonstick 8.5 Qt. Dutch Oven
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Would recommend? Yes 1 out of 7