First meal-Short Ribs, what could go wrong? Well, it seems that not making enough was the biggest problem. I've two Dutch Ovens from different manufactures and both perform as they are advertised. This size oven is much more appropriate for my wife and I but here is the difference that propels this into the five star category. Its size allows for a nice first meal, we always have left overs, the next day however the ability to reheat the contents while adding other ingredients has proven to be a nice way to extend a prepared dish by a day or two without having distinctive iron flavors creep in. I like this oven.

Great for sourdough and beautifully crafted!

Made in the USA masterpiece. There is something special cooking with a piece that you can feel good about where it came from, the level of attention and detail that went into crafting it, and that it will last a lifetime. What a beautiful piece that performs as good as it looks.

Love this smaller Dutch oven ! It is absolutely gorgeous ! I made beef stew in it recently and it was just the size for a smaller meal. So easy, from browning on high heat, to simmering on low. Cleanup was a breeze. The finish on it did change a little after cooking, but I guess that is to be expected. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars was because after washing and drying the top, it looked slightly rusty. I did take some oil and wipe all over the inside of lid and that seemed to fix it.

Great for all