pussayforlife OP t1_ja7o3tq wrote on February 27, 2023 at 1:34 PM

Reply to comment by thehuxtonator in Le Crueset still BIFL? by pussayforlife

That's a solid point. I consider BIFL more of such a well made product that you shouldn't need to use the warranty, but I definitely see where you're coming from you're not getting those warranties on Walmarts cookware

Arcade80sbillsfan t1_ja7zmjp wrote on February 27, 2023 at 3:03 PM

Honestly I've had awesome luck with Aldi enameled cast iron.

Make sure to open it in store and check it before you leave. I've done that and I have the lasagna pan, a large braiser, dutch oven, sauce pan, oval roaster (awesome for chickens), a smaller dutch oven (lids for all last 5) and a fry pan and griddle mark fry pan.

So 8 (13 if you counted lids separately) pieces from Aldi, all in probably about $170 (hit some on clearance and such but even full Aldi price would have only been like $230.

These pans aren't going anywhere anytime soon. I treat them like any enameled cast iron should be and they absolutely perform.

upvoatsforall t1_ja8j02n wrote on February 27, 2023 at 5:12 PM

If you buy the non stick frying pan, it says you can use it in a broiler, which typically heats up to 500-550 degrees F.

If the pan is heated to over 475 it ruins the non stick coating and will not covered by their warranty. They will offer you 50% off a replacement.