Cast Iron Dutch Oven
Shopping Guide

A cast iron dutch oven is a cooking tool no serious cook should be without.  Make amazing cobblers, stews, casseroles, beans, and more over a campfire, on a stove top, or at home in your oven!

 

Lodge Logic 4-Quart Cast-Iron Camp Dutch Oven
Lodge Logic 4-Quart Cast-Iron Camp Dutch Oven - This four quart cast iron dutch oven is loaded with great features.  A thin wire handle makes removing it from the fire easy with the use of an oven mitt or glove.  It comes seasoned, has legs, a depth of 3 1/2 inches and diameter of 10 inches.  Also has a lid that will hold hot coals or can be inverted to use as a griddle.

 

 

Bayou Classic Cast Iron Dutch Oven
Bayou Classic Cast Iron Dutch Oven with Lid and Perforated Aluminum Basket - This dutch oven by Bayou Classic comes with an aluminum basket for frying and with a cast iron lid.  The lid is designed perfectly for covering with coals over a fire.  The one shown here is a 16 quart, perfect for making large quanities of food.  Bayou Classic also offers other sizes including a 20 quart, 12 quart, and 8 1/2 quart.  Doesn't come seasoned.

 

 

Lodge Logic Dutch Oven with Loop Handles
Lodge Logic Dutch Oven with Loop Handles - Available in a five quart and a seven quart size, this cast iron dutch oven by Lodge Logic is flat bottomed so it can be used on cooktops and in ovens.  Comes pre-seasoned with vegetable oil and has a self basting dome lid that is meant to help preserve moisture.  An affordable option, it has two handles that make removing it from the heat source easy with the aid of oven mitts.  This one will likely be a better option for at home dutch oven cooking but may not be the best bet for camping.





 

Lodge Logic 8 Quart Camp Dutch Oven
Lodge Logic 8 Quart Camp Dutch Oven - If you are planning to cook for a hungry group while camping, this eight quart dutch oven may be the best option!  Included with this dutch oven a flanged lid for holding coals.  The lid can be inverted and used as a griddle as well.  Other features include a wire handle for lifting off the campfire, legs, and is pre-seasoned and ready to use.  It's five inches deep, with a twelve inch diameter and can be heated safely up to 500 degrees.





 

Lodge Logic 7 Quart Cast Iron Dutch Oven

Lodge Logic 7-Quart Dutch Oven with Spiral Handle Bail and Iron Cover - This seven quart cast iron dutch oven's features include a spiral handle and a lid.  It comes pre seasoned and ready to use with a depth of 4 3/4 inches and a diameter of 12 inches.





 

Emerilware Cast Iron Dutch Oven
Emerilware Cast Iron 6 Quart Dutch Oven - A nice six quart cast iron dutch oven by Emerilware.  Probably best for in home use since it lacks the legs and wire handle that are ideal for campfire cooking.  This dutch oven has two side handles and comes with a lid.





 

Heuck Cast Iron Dutch Oven

Heuck Cast Iron Covered Dutch Oven - This dutch oven by Heuck comes pre-seasoned and ready to use.  Measures approximately 11 1/2 inches by 6 inches deep.  It comes with a lid and is perfect for use on a stovetop or in an oven.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

Recommended accessories for your Dutch Oven:

Lodge Red Leather Gloves
Lodge Red Leather Gloves - These heavy duty leather gloves will help prevent burns and blisters while using your cast iron dutch oven.  Perfect if you are using your dutch oven over a campfire!

 

  

Dutch Oven Tote Bag
Dutch Oven Tote Bag - Storing and transporting your cast iron dutch oven is a breeze with a dutch oven tote bag.  Available in several sizes

 

 

Bayou Classic Tripod
Bayou Classic Tripod Stand with Chain and Bag- Cooking over a fire with your dutch oven is much easier with this tripod by Bayou Classic.  Adjust the chains to accommodate your dutch oven no matter what size it is.