| ReviewBeautiful sufficient to fetch to the table and lasting sufficient to outlive it is 101-year warranty versus defects, this heavy, 2-1/4-quart casserole is shaped like an orange pumpkin, perfective for preparing and ceremoniously serving a vegetable stew or other festive dish. Suitable for the oven or for browning meat and sweating vegetables on gas, electric, induction, or ceramic ranges, and delightful to behold on the countertop when not in use, the casserole is made of cast-iron and clad inside and out in Le Creuset’s widely known and esteemed bright enamel, which won’t absorb odors or flavors and readily scrubs clean. As cast-iron is unexcelled for heat distribution and retention, the casserole cooks foods evenly and gently without hot spots. The knob on it is heavy, tight-fitting lid is ovenproof to 450 degrees F. Handles facilitate carrying, and the casserole is dishwasher-safe. Like all of Le Creuset’s famous cookware and bakeware, it’s made in France. –Fred Brack
Nothing says “I love you” like pot roast. Or perchance Beef Bourguignon or Chicken with Dumplings, even Lobster Bisque. Cook a favored dish for that particular somebody with support from this versatile casserole by Le Creuset. Uniquely shaped like a pumpkin, the casserole holds 2-1/4 quarts and measures 7 by 8-1/5 by 4 inches. Like other pieces in Le Creuset’s line of enameled cast iron, the cookware’s exterior features a colorful, long-lasting enamel that resists chipping and cracking, while it is durable, nonreactive sand-colored enamel interior offers a smooth surface for cooking and an optimal palette for feed presentation. As cast iron is unexcelled for even heat distribution and superior heat retention, and enamel is impervious to acids and odors, the unit cooks feed uniformly and gently without hot spots and may be used for marinating, cooking on the stovetop, or finishing in the oven. The cookware also provides two integrated cast-iron side helper handles and a tight-fitting lid–complete with a realistic-looking stem-like knob–to lock in heat and moisture while cooking. The pumpkin casserole may be safely used on any stovetop, including induction, and in the oven or under the broiler. Though dishwasher-safe, the cookware will have to be hand washed for best results.
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48 of 49 people found the following review helpful.
 The lovliest Le Creuset ever!
By Cupcake
I went mad when I first saw this amazing cassarole. Fans of the other shaped le creusets will love this beauty. Unlike the heart and shamrock designs, the pumpkin has a more realistic 3D shape. But what really impressed me was the daring offset handle on the lid. Genius! Of course, the shaped cassaroles have the same high quality of all of the le creuset pieces. I use mine mostly for stovetop dishes that finish in the oven. Of course, like all le creuset dishes, this one does double duty as tableware–but this time, with even more panache than usual! Okay, I’ll quit gushing now. But I just love that pumpkin!
20 of 20 people found the following review helpful.
A great way to sample the product line
By Stephanie Manley
I do not think there is a better way to sample this product line than through the fun casserole pots. They are reasonably priced, much cheaper than the standard 2 quart casserole, and still carries the same quality. These are extremely heavy pans that distribute the heat evenly though what you are cooking. I like the pumpkin for the fall cooking, I also purchased the tomato as well for summer and other seasonal cooking. This holds your standard casserole recipes. This is great for a pot luck, I promise you will be able to identify your dish, and it just flat out looks attractive. The colors are bright and distinct. You will enjoy this pot for many years to come.
20 of 23 people found the following review helpful.
More beautiful than I ever knew cookware could be, A+++++
By A
The pumpkin casserole is my first piece of Le Creuset, and it is awesome. I find it’s easier to keep my kitchen clean because I WANT to clean this casserole dish. It displays beautifully on my stove, saving me cabinet space, and it works better than any nonstick pan I’ve ever used. I am in love with this cookware, and plan to eventually replace almost every cooking item I own with Le Creuset. It is the most artful and functional cookware I’ve ever encountered. The only thing that might be a drawback for some is the heavy weight of it, but hey, it’s good exercise, right? I think it is worth every penny.
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