We’ve put together our list of essential cookware pieces to help you get started building your collection. Available in a wide variety of materials and sizes, once you have these basic pieces in the kitchen you can tackle any task or recipe.
Cast Iron Casserole
The iconic Le Creuset Casserole is an indispensable tool in the kitchen and is often the first piece of cookware for many. Expertly crafted from our enamelled cast iron in a rainbow of colours, its everyday versatility makes it ideal for everything from slow-cooking to roasting, baking, frying and more – it truly does it all, making the casserole a fan favourite for both chefs and home cooks alike. The hardest part will be choosing what size, shape and colour to get!
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Skillets and Fry Pans
A skillet or frying pan is essential for searing, sautéing, stir-frying and more. Every kitchen should have at least one, and preferably two in different sizes for every kitchen task. Le Creuset skillets and frying pans are available in a variety of materials. Wondering what size you need? It depends on what you like to cook and how many people you are feeding. Start with a 26cm pan, it’s the ideal multi-purpose size, and then add on a smaller or larger sized pan to fit your cooking needs.
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Saucepans
A saucepan is another great kitchen staple. As the name implies, it’s perfect for making sauces but also great for cooking side dishes, grains, poaching, simmering and reheating. Whether you choose the enamelled cast iron Signature Saucepan, Toughened Non-Stick or Stainless Steel Saucepan, an ideal size to start with is something around 2 Litres.
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Shallow Casseroles, Grill Pans and Stir-frying Pans
With at least one pan from each of the categories above, you will be well-equipped to tackle anything in the kitchen. And once you have the basics covered, it’s time to add on some other fun cookware shapes and sizes. One of our most popular shape is a Shallow Casserole, its wide base and domed lid are ideal for braising, slow cooking and roasting. If you like to grill, Le Creuset Grill Pans bring the delicious flavours of grilling indoors. Or try something like a nonstick Stir-Fry Pan for quick and healthy meals in no time.
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