Can you put the 8qt stock pot in the oven and use it like a Dutch Oven?
1695968
Sure, you can put any all-stainless steel anything in a super hot oven. I think only certain non-stick products, etc, might be harmeded. Or pots with non-metal handles or other parts. I've used stainless steel pots, cast irons pots and even earthenware pots in a hot oven, all used like one would use a Dutch oven.
1695969
I have not tried to use this pot in the oven. However, I have an All-Clad saute pan that I have used in the oven to finish steaks. You might ask this question on the All-Clad website, or check the FAQ's on their site for better information.
1695970
You can put this pan in the oven. The pan, lid, and handles are all-metal. Cook's illustrated reccomends this pan as a Dutch oven for those who find enameled cast iron pans too heavy.
1695971
They are oven safe. I don't think id use it in that manner though. In a pinch it might do I guess.
1268872
I believe the dutch oven and stockpot are the same pan. I know they have the same purpose. Hope you enjoy your new pans!!! I have had mine for over 3 yrs and they clean beautifully. Take care of them.
146666
Yes. I recommend using a light weight dutch oven that will fit within the interior dimensions.
1545688
Yes, you can! I have used it with high heat, too! It is the best pot I have ever had.
1268873
A stockpot is the same thing as a dutch oven, the pot is just called by different names depending on the manufacturer. Both come in different sizes, from about 4 quarts to 8 quarts ... Enjoy the Scanpan. I use both Scanpan and Swiss Diamond. They are both the very top of the line for "nonstick" cookware. And yes, there is a caveat there. lol
1300521
Yes, you can use it in your oven, but you should pot it on the lowest level of heat in your oven. For example, my oven has 9 levels of heat, and I use level 2 when I cook in tagine.
784966
No. It doesn't work like an oven. And any slow cooker recipe will specify to cook on low, medium or high for a specific amount of hours.
251002
I haven't used it as a Dutch oven, but I don't see why not. There is nothing to burn or melt on the unit. My only concern is that the lid and higher portion of the sides are steel and may not transmit the heat quite the same way a Dutch oven would - I think it should work fine
350697
No the 8qt won't fit inside the 12qt because they are the same size in diameter. The 12qt pot is taller than the 8qt. Sorry but not a space saver for you...
105238
I don't see why not. Because of the material of the pot the Manuel says to heat over medium heat so I'm sure if you did that it would be fine.
798648
It may, I am not for sure. I was very unhappy with the one I purchased as it caused black spots on my stove (it caused a lot of extra cleaning) and it collected slag inside that I had to shake out. I do not recommend this item. Checkout the 8" Heat Tamer/Burner Plate by Nordic Ware, they are awesome and they will handle your dutch oven. I have used my 7 qt enameled dutch over with no problem many times. I found that I need only turn my burner (electric) to #3 and the meal (after initial prep) turns out great.
831851
I have owned this fantastic pot for well over a decade. I don't use it the oven however I don't know why you couldn't. I use it for cooking chili. You won't own a better quality pot.
680185
Sure, I don't see why not? I have put other pots of the same material in the oven. But not higher then 400 degrees!. I hope I have helped you.
250997
It can be used as a dutch oven in the oven at temperatures up to 500 degrees. I have enjoyed using this and would recommend it to anyone.
267375
I don't believe so. When I had a 2-person household I had a lower quality Dutch Oven. I used it all the time for soups, stews, sauces. I wish I had had this then, as it spares you from hovering at the stove. Because of the even heat distribution, things won't scald/burn.Besides, making a large batch of soup, chili or sauce? Freeze a few quarts for later! That's how I survived Internship & Residency!!
1436860
If you remove the wire bail handle, you might have trouble handling the pot, because the remaining handles are small.Lodge makes an identical Dutch oven with two big loop handles on the sides instead of the wire bail handle. Trade yours in for that model instead, or buy a new one and give yours to a friend who will enjoy it.
1853747
I have not used it in other than my regular oven. It is ceramic and designed for low-moderate heat cooking over a longer period of time. I have used it successfully many times in my oven at a temperature of up to 350 (F) because that's what the recipe called for. I think I would opt for a cast iron Dutch oven for use on a wood stove rather than this ceramic pot. But that is just my opinion.