How Hot Can a Dutch Oven Get Before It’s Dangerous?
When using cast iron for cooking, it can be challenging to gauge how hot a cast-iron Dutch oven, pot, pan, or skillet can become. Sure,…
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What Can You Do With a Dutch Oven: 7 Rules to Follow
You would be surprised how many people ask me, “What can you do with a Dutch oven?” You can fry, simmer, stew, roast, bake, serve,…
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When Was the Dutch Oven Invented: You Won’t Believe It!
When was the Dutch oven invented? According to Merriam-Webster, the Dutch oven was first used in 1769. Not much context is given on what the…
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Who Invented the Dutch Oven: Why Are They so Popular?
While there is an element of nostalgia that comes with using the Dutch oven, or French oven, which is enhanced by the retro colors that…
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Why Is It Called A Dutch Oven?
Most people in English-speaking countries will be familiar with something called a casserole dish. In most French-speaking countries, you will encounter something called a cocotte….
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Dutch Oven History: Where Did It All Begin?
The first recorded history of the Dutch oven cooking pot was towards the end of the 18th century, around 1769. Dutch ovens have changed and…
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Can I Put a Dutch Oven in the Dishwasher: Yes or No?
Dishwashers are great inventions; no one will dispute that. Although they can come with pitfalls – we generally forget all about that. We load them…
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Can You Use a Dutch Oven as a Slow Cooker? 5 Helpful Tips
When I hear the words “slow-cooked,” I automatically think of hearty, warm-filling meals with soft, easy-to-eat ingredients that require little effort to consume. There are…
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Can You Make Bread in a Cast Iron Dutch Oven? 3 Great Tips
Making homemade bread is a time-honored tradition, as is preparing food in the versatile cooking pot known as a “Cast Iron Dutch Oven.” When these…
