How to Build a Cookware Collection

Le Creuset cookware sets are a quick and easy way to build an impressive cookware collection at home. But what if you’re not ready to commit to a full set, or you would rather customise your cookware collection to fit your personal cooking needs? We’ve put together our list of essential cookware pieces to help you get started building your collection. Available in a wide variety of our 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, the everyday versatility of the casserole 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, but we have plenty of tips to help you find the perfect one for your style of cooking.

Skillets and Frying 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, choose from our Enamelled Cast Iron, Toughened Non-Stick or Stainless Steel Frying Pans. Wondering what size you need? It depends on what you like to cook and how many people you are feeding. Start with a 24cm pan, it’s the ideal multi-purpose size, and then add on a smaller (like an 20cm) or larger (like a 30cm) sized pan to fit your cooking needs.

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 1.5 litres.

Grill Pans

If you’re craving the seared, juicy results that only grilling brings, an indoor grill pan is your new best friend. Our Enamelled Cast Iron and Toughened Non-Stick grill pans bring the delicious flavour of outdoor grilling conveniently indoors. From savoury whole fish to a colourful mixed grill, our grill pans give you sun-soaked flavours in any weather.

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