Le Creuset Enamel-on-Steel 16-Quart Covered Stockpot, White

Product Review

Beautiful and practical, Le Creuset enamel-on-steel stockpots are designed to coordinate with Le Creuset's classic enameled cast iron cookware. Made of heavy gauge carbon steel, these kitchen essentials are enameled in vibrant Le Creuset colors. Truly the perfect addition to your Le Creuset collection. The enamel-on-steel construction of Le Creuset's stockpots provides uniform heating for slow simmering or cooking pasta. Its tight-fitting lids seal the flavorful bouquet of time-seasoned and caring creations. The steel rims prevent chipping and the enamel interior won't absorb odors or flavors..

Amazon.com Review

Unlike most of Le Creuset's cookware line, this 16-quart stockpot is made of heavy-gauge steel coated with enamel rather than the company's traditional cast-iron construction. The reason is simple: would you like to lift a full cast-iron stockpot? It's an especially important consideration given the robust size of this pot, which is perfect for cooking huge batches of pasta or boiling lobsters.

Despite the differences in construction, this stockpot still takes full advantage of Le Creuset's reputation for vibrant colors and imaginative designs. The hard, glossy enamel that coats the pot's exterior comes in a lustrous white that matches other white Le Creuset cookware and bakeware. In addition, the steel construction heats quickly and uniformly, so you can slowly simmer or rapidly boil a variety of foods to perfection while keeping the burner temperature low. Le Creuset lids are particularly attractive, with concentric circles near the top that give the cookware a bit of extra flare. The lids seal nicely against the chip-resistant steel rims, and the enamel interior doesn't absorb odors or flavors. Don't worry about the handles eventually coming loose, either, as they're triple welded onto the sides for durability. This stockpot cooks wonderfully on all heat sources, including gas, electric, induction, and ceramic stovetops. The pot is dishwasher-safe and includes a lifetime warranty against defects. --Rivers Janssen