Recent content by kmarlec

I'm a new "addict," I must say! I LOVE enameled cast iron cookware and the way it cooks. It's pretty and "makes me happy" looking at it when I cook:) I've recently spent a fortune on "good buys" including Le Creuset, Staub, Mario Batali, IKEA, and others. All of my pots have a special use...

Thank so much for the wonderful input. I've decided to go ahead and keep them all! In fact, I've added more to my collection. I love the Staub colors and quality as well as the LC. The Mario Batali style is nice and the IKEA is also functional. I guess I will start "mood cooking" when it...

Wysiwyg, How do you like your IKEA DO? :angel: The IKEA skillet and saute pans get pretty good reviews on the net I've found. I'm looking to use the matte enameled interior for sauces that stain and save my lighter interior DO for non-acidic sauces. Any advice on that? Thanks so much:)

Sattie, How do you like your Mario Batali and how often do you use it? The "look" is very nice, but I don't have any experience with performance. Thanks.

Hi Again to All! Everyone here is so friendly! Thanks for the nice welcomes:)

After thoroughly reviewing my choices for enameled cast iron, I am finding it hard to make a final decision while I'm in my "return" period for those that I've bought. "Customer Reviews" are all over the place, but I've ended up buying LeCreuset-Dune(2,5,6.75), Staub-Grenadine(5 and 6 oval)...

Hi Everyone, I'm new, so I thought I'd say hello to everyone. I'm fairly new into "real cooking" and have just gotten by over the last few years. I look forward to "discussing cooking" with everyone. Kind Regards, K