What Is A Dutch Oven And Do You Really Need One? - Chowhound

EGT-1/Shutterstock In the wide world of cookware, the Dutch oven receives a lot of questions that few people would dream of asking about skillets or saucepans. "What on earth is it?" and "Is it worth purchasing?" are two of the most common queries. The first answer is fairly simple: A Dutch oven is a casserole dish with high, thick walls and a tight-fitting lid. It's traditionally made from seasoned cast iron,…