TramontinaEnameled Cast Iron Covered Dutch Oven Gradated Cobalt (3.5-Quart), 80131/074DS

I bought this dutch oven after reading from several customers that they use it for bread baking. This is exactly what I wanted it for as well. The books ask for a 4 quart dutch oven, but that does not seem to exist.I had asked the question from others if I need to oil the pot prior to placing the dough inside. The reason I asked what that once before (with a larger Dutch oven I own) I had placed the dough inside the cold Dutch oven and let it rise before placing the vessel in the preheated oven. The bread was terrily stuck.Once I read that the Dutch oven must be pre-heated and then the proofed loaf goes in the hot vessel the problem of sticking was solved. There is not sticking. And while the proofed loaf collapes somewhat during handling and transfering, it does rise nicely during baking. The crust is heavenly, similar to the breads I grew up with. YESSS!!!!!This is a quality pot. Another reviewer mentioned the comfortable handles and large knob , an important factor when using heat safe gloves. This pots shines in all aspects. Well worth the money, I am thrilled with its performance.

I have other cast iron dutch ovens, but this one by Tramontina has quickly become my favorite. The only issue is that it arrived with a tiny chip in the enamel (inside the oven). However, so far, it has not effected its use.

I've had this pot for well over a year now. Originally bought for baking bread. Never really liked the bread. (Looking for a better recipe.) Since then I've used it for cooking stew, soup, sausages, pork chops, whole chickens, ribs, etc. Everything comes our perfect, whether on stovetop or in the oven. Brown meat in same pot as you simmer it. Recipes cook at a very low temperature, but is done faster than my slow cooker. Used the slow cooker when I worked. Retired now, and can cook something in 3 hours that is even more tender. This pot never leaves my stove top because I use it so often. It's small in size but I cook for two. Fits a whole chicken and most recipes. You can Google Dutch Oven recipes.

Lovely color and just the right size for 4 servings. Clean up has been a breeze.

I bake no-knead bread several times a week. Before I got the 3.5 Tramontina, I used my regular 5 quart dutch oven, but the bread was flatter than I wanted. The 3.5 Tramontina is smaller in diameter than the 5 quart, so the bread is taller -- better for sandwiches. In my opinion, the Tramontina is every bit as good as dutch ovens costing several times as much. It is heavy; the lid fits well; and the enamel inside and out is smooth and chip free.

I purchased this 3.5 qt Dutch oven in January 2020. I use this primarily for baking ARTISAN bread. I also have a 3.5 qt LeCruset Dutch oven but wanted a second one for baking double recipes of bread at the same time.That said, I am so glad I did not spend the money for the name.This Dutch oven performs beautifully at 450 degrees. The resulting loaf of bread is beautifully colored with a crunchy crust and springy, airy inside. The enamel has not discolored at this high heat. It gets used weekly.It cleans up with either wiping out with a damp cloth or normal hand washing.I gave this 5 stars on performance. The colbalt blue was the only choice but I was okay with it. The specific size and shape was more important.

I have two of these which are the perfect accompaniment to my bread making!

I can manage this size when baking round bread. It works extremely well. Efficient and very pretty! I have a red one, too! Just the right size for my arthritic fingers!

ES UNA OLLA DE MUY BUEN TAMAÑO, PARA 4 PERSONAS ES PERFECTA.MUY BONITA, PERO LO MÁS IMPORTANTE ES SU FUNCIONALIDAD. EN ELLA COCINAS MUCHO MAS RÁPIDO. YO LA COMPRÉ PARA HACER PAN Y RESULTÓ MAGNÍFICA. AHORA COCINO DE TODO, Y LO MISMO PUEDE METERSE AL HORNO O ESTUFA DE GAS, INDUCCION O ELÉCTRICA. MUY FÁCIL DE LAVAR. SI ALGO SE PEGA UN POCO LO PONES A REMOJAR UNOS MINUTOS Y LISTO, SIN TALLAR NI RASPAR QUEDA LIMPIA. LA RECOMIENDO AMPLIAMENTE.GRACIAS!