Lodge Cast Iron USA 4.5 Quart Dutch Oven

Lodge is proud to offer a new collection of enameled cast iron cookware made on US soil. Inspired by the very best in American design, this 4.5 Quart USA Enamel Dutch Oven is the perfect size for creating original recipes, from dinner for two to a roast chicken. Featuring stainless steel inlaid handles and hardware on an American-made, enameled cast iron vessel, this Dutch Oven is made to last for generations of original cooking. Use it to braise, boil, roast, simmer, deep-fry and so much more; plus, move from stovetop to oven to tabletop easily—you can even use it to store or marinate foods in the fridge.

Care for your new piece of USA Enamel™ or Essential Enamel so that it can last for generations to come. Plus, learn more about our favorite cooking, cleaning, and storage tips—along with helpful accessories to get you started.

Quick tips for cooking
An enameled dutch oven is one of the most versatile cooking tools you can own! Use it on the stove and in the oven up to 500˚ F, or safely store it in your fridge to marinate food or refrigerate leftovers. Plus, the durable enameled surface can handle acidic and alkaline ingredients like tomatoes, wines, and citrus ingredients. 

To start, choose a burner closest to the size of your dutch oven and preheat with a little oil before adding food. Don’t preheat an empty dutch oven on your stovetop—this can cause your cookware to crack or break. Some bread recipes call for preheating the dutch oven in the oven. This is perfectly safe to do since the heat will be more consistently distributed across the entire dutch oven. 

Just like with all of our classic cast iron cookware, enameled cast iron has great heat retention, so there’s no need to cook over a high heat. We stick to a low to medium heat for best results! This prevents burnt food and stuck-on messes. 

As you cook, use wooden, silicone, or nylon utensils to stir, blend, or flip your food. This will protect the enamel finish from being scratched during the cooking process. We love to bring our dutch oven to the table for family-style serving! Just be sure to place your hot cookware over a trivet to protect your table or counter. 

Length
13.44 IN
Height
7.2 IN
Weight
13.21 LBS
Width
10.31 IN