Casserole pot induction

A casserole pot for induction that lasts for hours

Beef stew, a slow braise or a curry that can simmer all afternoon: your hob needs a pot that holds its heat and doesn't warp. Every casserole pot for induction from Cook & Pan has a thick, flat, magnetic base. Your induction hob picks it up straight away, the heat spreads right to the rim and stays there, even on a low setting. Will your next kitchen be gas after all? Our casserole pots also work on gas, ceramic and electric hobs, and they can go in the oven.

Not sure whether your other pans work on induction? In our overview of induction pots and pans we explain what to look for.

Which casserole pot for induction suits you?

• Cast iron dutch oven 20 cm, 2.5 litres: the small casserole pot for induction. For a stew for two, a gravy or a sauce left to simmer.
• Cast iron dutch oven 24 cm, 4 litres: the family size. Room enough for a whole chicken or a stew for four.
• Cast iron dutch oven 28 cm, 6.5 litres: the large casserole pot for induction. For feasts, batch cooking for the freezer or baking bread in the oven.
• 2-in-1 cast iron dutch oven, 6 litres: casserole pot and griddle in one. Flip the lid and you can grill meat, fish or halloumi.
• Cast iron dutch oven set, 2 pieces: a small and a large pot in the same colour, for those who braise often.
• Cooking pot with lid, 20 to 24 cm: lighter than cast iron, with a ceramic non-stick coating and a glass lid. Great for sauces, soup and shorter braises.
• Honey cooking pot with lid, stainless steel: the same ceramic coating on a sturdy stainless steel body with an extra-thick base. Made for induction.

Cast iron, aluminium or stainless steel: which casserole pot for induction?

• Enamelled cast iron: holds heat the longest and goes straight from the hob into the oven or onto the barbecue. The enamel layer is a smooth, PFAS-free non-stick surface. Heavy, but that's exactly why you buy it. See all dutch ovens.
• Aluminium with a ceramic non-stick coating: light and quick to heat up. Choose this cooking pot if you lift, pour and wash up often. See also our cooking pots for induction.
• Stainless steel with a ceramic non-stick coating (Honey): sturdy and scratch-resistant, with a base that spreads the heat evenly.

Which size fits your induction zone?

Choose your casserole pot by capacity: 2.5 litres for two people, 4 litres for a family and 6.5 litres for big batches or the freezer. Then look at the cooking zone. On induction, a pot works best when its base is roughly the size of the zone. A pot that is much smaller than the zone is sometimes not detected, and a much larger one heats less at the edge. A 24 cm casserole pot fits most standard zones; for 28 cm, use the large zone or a flex zone.

From induction hob to oven

Searing on the hob and finishing in the oven: that's what a casserole pot for induction does best. Our cast iron dutch ovens are oven-safe up to 280 °C, lid included. Sear a piece of meat first, put the pot in the oven with the lid on, and everything comes to the table tender. The cast iron is happy on the barbecue too.

Casserole pot for induction without PFAS

None of our casserole pots contain PFAS, PFOA or PTFE: not in the enamel of the cast iron and not in the ceramic coating of the cooking pots. Want to see every casserole pot with that promise up front? Take a look at our casserole pots without PFAS.

Simmering economically on induction

Induction heats the base directly, with no detour via a hot plate. Once your casserole pot is up to temperature, you can turn down to a low setting. Cast iron holds that heat, so you simmer for hours on very little electricity. Put the lid on and almost nothing escapes.

Keeping your casserole pot good for years

Let the pot cool down a little after braising before you wash it; no material likes going from hot straight under cold water. Wash cast iron by hand with a soft sponge and dry it straight away. The cooking pots with a ceramic coating can go in the dishwasher, but washing by hand keeps the coating smooth for longer. Use wooden or silicone utensils and the base will stay looking good.

How long does a casserole pot for induction last?

Our cast iron dutch ovens come with a 25-year warranty. The cooking pots with a ceramic coating have a 7-year warranty on manufacturing and material defects and a 2-year warranty on the performance of the non-stick coating. Want to try it at home first? You get 60 days of try-cooking.

A casserole pot, a sauté pan or a whole set?

Do you cook quickly and stir a lot more often than you braise? Then a sauté pan for induction may be handier. Want everything in one go, all in the same colour? Have a look at our cookware sets for induction.

Frequently asked questions about casserole pots for induction

Does every Cook & Pan casserole pot work on induction?

Yes. Every casserole pot and cooking pot has a magnetic base and works on induction. The cast iron and the aluminium cooking pots also work on gas, ceramic and electric hobs.

What is the best casserole pot for induction: cast iron or a lighter pot?

If you braise often and for a long time, choose cast iron: it holds the heat and can go in the oven. If you mostly make sauces, soup and quick braises, a light cooking pot with a ceramic coating is nicer to use.

Can a cast iron dutch oven damage my induction hob?

Lift the pot instead of sliding it, and keep the base and the hob clean. Then nothing will scratch.

How big should a casserole pot for induction be?

For two people 2.5 litres is enough, a family chooses 4 litres and keen batch cooks 6.5 litres. Pick a base that's roughly the size of your cooking zone.

Can a casserole pot for induction go in the oven?

Yes. Cast iron can go in the oven up to 280 °C, with the lid. For the cooking pots with a glass lid, the product page states the maximum oven temperature.

Can I try a casserole pot for induction first?

Yes. You get 60 days of try-cooking. If the pot turns out not to suit you, just let us know.