Staub 7-Quart Round Cocotte

This large pot is the kitchen equivalent of a Sherman tank, built for several lifetimes of hard use. Staub's durable enameled cast-iron cooks evenly at a broad range of temperatures and has low-stick properties for easy, no-fuss cooking—for the best results, use low or medium heat. Matt Card, our food editor, frequently uses his cocotte nestled in the coals of his grill, after which it cleans up beautifully. The tight-fitting lid seals in moisture like a Dutch oven; plus, the company thickly glazes the outside of its cookware and lines the interiors with a matte-black enamel, so it's impervious to chipping. There’s very little you can’t cook in this pot, and we consider it an absolute kitchen essential. Staub's handsome designs and rich colors will look great on any table, and the pieces are durable enough to be passed on to the next generation.