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pork_fried_christ t1_ja8mzi9 wrote

Reply to comment by MonaMayI in Le Crueset still BIFL? by pussayforlife

Counterpoint, the black enamel is exactly why I don’t prefer staub. I want to see the fond form and watch for burning.

Your staub is still stained.

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knuF t1_jaa2297 wrote

The next counterpoint for staub is their Dutch ovens have a bit more surface area for browning. I chose staub, but I do wish I had a creamy enamel interior… but the price made it an easy decision. I also remember reading cooking reviews and staub performed slightly better.

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pork_fried_christ t1_jaaw1sl wrote

So my view on the price is a bit skewed because I used to work with a guy that also worked at bed bath and beyond and got me hooked up on the 7.25qt Le Crueset for $175. Since falling in love, I’d buy it for full price tomorrow and have no regret but before I got it I was definitely considering staub. Like I said, I didn’t prefer the black enamel because it hides the fond, but I DID like the points around the lid to condense steam when braising. They are definitely a really high quality product.

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knuF t1_jaaxkiu wrote

Man you got a slick deal that's for sure!

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Blue-Bird780 t1_ja9owcm wrote

Yeah after buying a Staub 7qt for a steal I wish I could have got my hands on a Le Creuset for the same price. It actually really irks me to not be able to see the fond develop

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