Aldi Is Selling a Stunning Cast Iron Dutch Oven, and It's Nearly Identical to a Le Creuset Style 14x the Price

Everyone’s got their favorite kitchen tool, and depending on what your culinary aspirations are, you might choose a different main character to achieve your lofty (and delicious) goals. While some prefer the simple pleasures of a good set of Carote pans and an ultra-sharp chef’s knife, others would rather make use of a mandolin to slice up entire cucumbers à la cuke super fan Logan , obviously. But like a masterfully produced song (see: Beyoncé’s entire discography), creating magic in the kitchen requires everyone to play their part, from the ingredients down to the artfully presented plate.

Now that we’re transitioning into fall, the supporting cast of characters is starting to change, which means slow cookers and Dutch ovens are ready for their moment in the spotlight. Not that there’s ever a wrong time to use either in the kitchen, but when the weather begins to cool, we tend to lean on these unsung culinary heroes for everything from chili and soups to braised short ribs and chicken .

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When it comes to Dutch ovens, though, cooks and culinarians alike have strong opinions on which brand and material is best—but Aldi just dropped one that might make you reconsider your immovable opinions altogether. The Crofton Cast Iron 6-Quart Dutch Oven hit the famed Aldi Finds section this week, and it might just remind you of a similar offering from time-honored cast iron fabricator Le Creuset.

These gorgeous fall-ready Dutch ovens feature a durable porcelain-enameled interior and exterior, and offer superior heat retention and distribution. Available in either a jaw-dropping emerald green shade or a warm creamy white, these beautiful ovens also feature handles on either side for easy carrying and a matching lid with a silver knob.

Additionally, the entire pot is oven-safe up to 482°F, making virtually any meal possible, whether you’re braising, baking, frying or sautéing. Best of all, these beauties will only set you back a meager $29.99, which is a fraction of Le Creuset’s breathtaking $420 price tag. Sounds like we might have a new favorite kitchen tool, after all.

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