cast iron vs. crockpot: Can these Le Crueset pans replace a crockpot?
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a LC pot should not be left unattended, since you are cooking either on the stove or in oven (unless your oven has auto-shutoff); a crockpot will turn off automatically. otherwise, i think cooking process and results are pretty close.
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I had to toss my old copper-bottomed Revere Ware (warped, which I didn't notice on a non-glass top stove), and my grandmother's cast iron cookware (uneven on the outside). I now have a Cuisinart stainless steel set (copper in-between stainless), and use the Circulon Contempo pans for things like eggs (or when I just want an easy clean-up). They both work (the concentric ridges are inside the pan, not outside), with the Circulon being easier to clean, but slower to warm up, and Cuisinart being much more elegant to cook with. I have had the Circulon pans for about three years, with light use - they don't have a scratch on the, to my surprise (I don't use metal utensils with them, and I usually use a little oil).
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Yes, but be careful about using ceramic crock pots. Some leech small amounts of lead into your food. Stainless crock pots are safer.
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I wouldn't because the lid is bladed and doesn't fit any size crock pot in my extensive collection. It's fairly useless actually. Good thing I bought two! LOL!
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Le Creuset pots work nicely, but do require more time to heat the pot, lid and food through, so keep that in mind. Stainless steel is another great option. Use with copper, steel, aluminum, enameled cast iron, or glassware pots in standard sizes with short handles and tight fitting lid. Use the right sized pot for the food you want to cook in order to best retain heat.Also, glass lids work, but do not retain heat as well as the metal lids. Also, we always recommend placing a dish towel and a potholder (silicon is best) beneath the pot to protect your bag from the heat and spillage,Hope that helps! Feel free to email us with any questions: ussales@nb-wonderbag.com Le Creuset pots work nicely, but do require more time to heat the pot, lid and food through, so keep that in mind. Stainless steel is another great option. Use with copper, steel, aluminum, enameled cast iron, or glassware pots in standard sizes with short handles and tight fitting lid. Use the right sized pot for the food you want to cook in order to best retain heat.Also, glass lids work, but do not retain heat as well as the metal lids. Also, we always recommend placing a dish towel and a potholder (silicon is best) beneath the pot to protect your bag from the heat and... » Read More Le Creuset pots work nicely, but do require more time to heat the pot, lid and food through, so keep that in mind. Stainless steel is another great option. Use with copper, steel, aluminum, enameled cast iron, or glassware pots in standard sizes with short handles and tight fitting lid. Use the right sized pot for the food you want to cook in order to best retain heat.Also, glass lids work, but do not retain heat as well as the metal lids. Also, we always recommend placing a dish towel and a potholder (silicon is best) beneath the pot to protect your bag from the heat and spillage,Hope that helps! Feel free to email us with any questions: ussales@nb-wonderbag.com « Show Less
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A well seasoned iron skillet would be similar in performance,however many a cast iron pan has been ruined by incorrect handling and cleaning. If you're experienced with cast iron and have properly maintained a cast iron skillet stick with it, but from scratch Le Creuset is foolproof.
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This pan makes excellent large crepes, however, it is listed as "hard anodized exterior" which is "cookware made of electro-chemically hardened aluminum." According to wikipedia, cast iron pans and any black metal or iron pans will work on an induction cooking surface. Although the pan is black it IS aluminum, so I don't think it would work. It's a shame, you'd love it.
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No. I cut crockpot recipes in half a lot and do not adjust the cooking time...
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Yes...but it is a little looser. It does not fit like the original, but it is a good and less expensive way to keep from buying a new crock pot...which I didn't want to do because the crock still works just fine.
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Yes Julie. I have different size pots and some are not Le Creuset and its only a matter of a screw and the steel knob to attach they work fine. Tony.
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Le Creuset pots work nicely, but do require more time to heat the pot, lid and food through, so keep that in mind. Stainless steel is another great option. Use with copper, steel, aluminum, enameled cast iron, or glassware pots in standard sizes with short handles and tight fitting lid. Use the right sized pot for the food you want to cook in order to best retain heat.Also, glass lids work, but do not retain heat as well as the metal lids. Also, we always recommend placing a dish towel and a potholder (silicon is best) beneath the pot to protect your bag from the heat and spillage, Hope that helps! Feel free to email us with any questions: ussales@nb-wonderbag.com
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This may not help...I use a crockpot and cook for 6 hours. This ensures that whatever is in the pot cooks completely.
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I think the answer you need to hear is YES.However, the heating mechanics involve a lot more than stainless vs copper.These will heat up and retain heat just as well as the Emeril copper pans (no appreciable difference).They can heat differently than the typical triple-clad or multi-ply copper pots and pans (and in my opinion, better--particularly with glass-top ranges)
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I haven't yet, but I certainly will. My oven gets a lot hotter than a crock pot, so I see no reason not to.
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As it is thin guage metal, it will flex in the middle. An electric skillet would spread the load over a larger portion and might be ok, I would think a crock pot would be a lot of weight in a small area. One option would be to place a cutting board under the crock pot, and that would solve your problem. Over-all we love out cover, really dresses up the stove.
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I tossed mine and bought the old standard crock pot. The Hamilton Beach pot is worthless, can't believe it's still for sale.
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I think it works the same as A crock pot i have only used it once it looks nice but the results are the same.