Staub Cast Iron 1.25-qt Round Cocotte - Matte Black

Just received it. Love the color and size. A great addition to my collection.

This pot really changed the taste of my dinner. It was just more than I expected.

Good for 2 person maximum

(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) Perfect size for one person household cooking. I also don't like overcooking so that I'm stuck with the same food for days. I've made rice, soup and stew in this already and it's amazing.

This is the perfect kitchen tool for re-heating a single serving for lunch, melting butter, etc. I can't live without this now! It retains heat so well and the lid fits perfectly to maintain moisture. Cannot recommend it enough!

The heat capability of this little cocotte is amazing - heats up quickly and evenly, also stays hot for hours. It has self-basting spikes on the interior of the lid which collect and return all moisture back into dish - nothing dries out and the food stays moist. We use this pan for vegetable side dishes almost daily. My son uses it exclusively to heat up his soup lunches - he says it heats up fast and hot!.

These round cocottes come in a variety of sizes, all of which roast, boil, bake, fry, braise and simmer to the highest possible standards. Cast iron cooking has been around for millennia and there is a reason. It is the ultimate for low slow cooking. Put the pot on the fire come back hours later and the food is done. So if you like cast iron comforting reliability of cast iron cooking then why not have a pot in every side. Cooking for 1, or 2, or 3 or 20, it's all so easy in Staub's beautifully crafted pots. The workmanship and the quality of the cast iron ensure that the heat is directed to the food. The fine enamel finish - inside and out - make for attractive presentation at the table, and easy clean up afterwards. Enjoy each size as you use them. I do.

I have a few larger Staub pots. I love the enameled cast iron. I love not having to season them and how much easier they clean than traditional cast iron. The heat retention is great. I love this smaller one for sauces. It holds temperature throughout service and is easy to reheat on the stovetop or in the oven.

This smaller sized cocotte is perfect for cooking rice, grains, oatmeal, and risotto. The cast iron really allows quick absorption and these items cook to perfection. Also great for heating a serving smaller quantities of soups, stews, pasta, and sauces. Keeps everything nice and hot, and looks great on the table.

The color tone of the cover is little different than the pot body for my product. Wish there is a see through fireproof and shatter-proof glass window on the cover allowing me the check the food during cooking/heating process without open it. Overall love this cute pot.