13 items
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10" Carbon Nonstick™ Round Roaster + Glass Lid -
6 QT Stainless Steel Braiser -
6.75 QT Stainless Steel Dutch Oven -
8" Carbon Nonstick™ Round Roaster + Glass Lid -
12" Carbon Nonstick™ Round Roaster + Glass Lid -
7 QT Enamel Cast-Iron Dutch Oven - Grill & Silicone Lid - Blue -
5.5 QT Enamel Cast-Iron Dutch Oven - Grill & Silicone Lid - Classic Blue -
7 QT Enamel Cast-Iron Dutch Oven - Grill & Silicone Lid - Black -
7 QT Enamel Cast-Iron Dutch Oven - Grill & Silicone Lid - Gray -
7 QT Enamel Cast-Iron Dutch Oven - Grill & Silicone Lid - Red -
5.5 QT Enamel Cast-Iron Dutch Oven - Grill & Silicone Lid - Red -
5.5 QT Enamel Cast-Iron Dutch Oven - Grill & Silicone Lid - Sage -
7 QT Enamel Cast-Iron Dutch Oven - Grill & Silicone Lid - Sage
Dutch Ovens & Braisers
Misen Dutch ovens and braisers cover soups, braises, one-pot meals, and big-batch searing. Pick a lighter 6.75 QT stainless steel Dutch oven, a wide 6 QT stainless steel braiser with high straight sides, or enameled cast-iron Dutch ovens in 5.5 QT and 7 QT sizes. Lid options include classic lids, grill lids that flip into a grill pan, and silicone lids for covering or storing. The guide below compares these options.
Compare Core Dutch Ovens and Braisers
| Option | Best for | Key details | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 QT Stainless Steel Braiser | Browning larger batches, then braising or simmering with room to stir | 3.0 mm, 5-ply stainless steel + aluminum; 12.48 in. diameter; high straight sides; dual curved helper handles; dishwasher safe; oven safe up to 800°F; induction compatible | $179.00 |
| 6.75 QT Stainless Steel Dutch Oven | Soups, pasta, and one-pot meals in a lighter, dishwasher-safe pot | 3.0 mm, 5-ply stainless steel + aluminum; 11 in. diameter (9.75 in. cooking surface); weight: 5.18 lb; dishwasher safe; oven safe up to 800°F; induction compatible | $169.00 |
| 7 QT Enamel Cast-Iron Dutch Oven - Classic Lid - Gray | Traditional cast-iron Dutch oven braises and bakes with a classic lid | Cast iron + premium enamel; 4.5 mm cast iron core; four layers of chip-resistant enamel; 15 in. handle-to-handle; depth: 5 in.; dishwasher safe; oven safe up to 500°F; induction compatible | |
| 7 QT Enamel Cast-Iron Dutch Oven - Grill & Silicone Lid Colors: Blue, Black, Gray, Red, Sage | Cast iron braises plus a flip-over grill lid, plus a silicone cover for storing | Cast iron + premium enamel; 4.5 mm cast iron core; four layers of chip-resistant enamel; grill lid flips to a grill pan; grill lid oven safe up to 500°F; silicone lid oven safe up to 450°F; dishwasher safe; induction compatible | $289.00 |
| 5.5 QT Enamel Cast-Iron Dutch Oven - Grill & Silicone Lid Colors: Classic Blue, Red, Sage | Smaller-batch stews, braises, and baking with an easier-to-store footprint | Cast iron + premium enamel; 14 in. handle-to-handle; depth (without lid): 4.4 in.; grill lid oven safe up to 500°F; silicone lid oven safe up to 450°F; dishwasher safe; induction compatible | $259.00 |
Cast Iron vs Stainless Steel, Size and Lids
Material is the biggest divider in this Dutch oven and braiser lineup. The 6.75 QT Stainless Steel Dutch Oven and 6 QT Stainless Steel Braiser are built from 3.0 mm, 5-ply stainless steel + aluminum and are dishwasher safe. Both stainless pieces are also oven safe up to 800°F, which is helpful for higher-heat finishing.
The enameled cast-iron Dutch ovens are cast iron + premium enamel, built around a 4.5 mm cast iron core and four layers of chip-resistant enamel. In this collection, the 7 QT Enamel Cast-Iron Dutch Oven - Grill & Silicone Lid is described as requiring zero seasoning, and it includes a grill lid that flips over into a grill pan. For other cast-iron pieces in the same material family, see the Enameled Cast Iron collection.
Capacity and footprint change how each pot fits your cooking. The 7 QT cast-iron Dutch ovens measure 15 in. handle-to-handle with a 5 in. depth, while the 5.5 QT cast-iron Dutch ovens measure 14 in. handle-to-handle with a 4.4 in. depth (without lid). The stainless Dutch oven has an 11 in. diameter and a 9.75 in. cooking surface diameter, so it balances volume with a compact base.
Lid configuration can also matter as much as material. The cast-iron grill lid is oven safe up to 500°F, and the silicone lid is oven safe up to 450°F for covering or storing food. For stainless steel, Misen recommends preheating an empty pan on medium-high for 3 to 4 minutes, until a splash of water forms round balls that bounce around the surface, then cooking with oil or butter.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dutch Ovens and Braisers
What is the difference between a braiser and a Dutch oven?
The 6 QT Stainless Steel Braiser is a wide pan with high straight sides, built for searing and browning larger batches, then braising or simmering in the same vessel. A Dutch oven is deeper, which suits soups and one-pot meals, like the 6.75 QT Stainless Steel Dutch Oven.
Do the enameled cast-iron Dutch ovens need seasoning?
The 7 QT Enamel Cast-Iron Dutch Oven - Grill & Silicone Lid is described as requiring zero seasoning. Other enameled cast-iron pieces in this collection list premium enamel and dishwasher-safe care, which keeps maintenance straightforward for braises, stews, and baking.
Are these Dutch ovens and braisers dishwasher safe?
Yes, the core pieces listed here are dishwasher safe, including the 6.75 QT Stainless Steel Dutch Oven, the 6 QT Stainless Steel Braiser, and the enameled cast-iron Dutch ovens. For enamel, silicone, wood, or nylon utensils help keep the surface looking like new.
What are the oven-safe temperature limits for these pieces?
The stainless pieces have the highest listed rating. The 6 QT Stainless Steel Braiser and 6.75 QT Stainless Steel Dutch Oven are oven safe up to 800°F. The enameled cast-iron Dutch ovens are oven safe up to 500°F, and the silicone lid is oven safe up to 450°F.
What does the grill lid do on the cast-iron Dutch ovens?
On the 7 QT Enamel Cast-Iron Dutch Oven - Grill & Silicone Lid, the grill lid flips over to become a grill pan. The grill lid is oven safe up to 500°F, and the included silicone lid can be used for covering or storing food, with an oven-safe rating up to 450°F.