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If you’re going to be staring at a pot in the kitchen for 30 minutes, you might as well look at something nice, right? While we will never get tired of a timeless Le Creuset Dutch oven, there are quite a few new kids on the cooking block and they’re putting out some steep competition for the iconic cookware brand. These days, there really isn’t any utilitarian household item that can’t be made into a piece of art, your pots and pans included. Be warned, stylish cookware may cause an increased desire to spend time in the kitchen, so get that apron out and print out your favorite recipe (might we suggest something from kitchen queen Ina Garten?). Just kidding — save that paper and pull it up on your phone.
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Le Creuset is no stranger to color, but if the current selection isn’t wow-ing you, there are so many chic alternative Le Creuset cookware brands.
And they’re not just good looking: these game-changing cookware brands are smarter than ever too, so your food will taste even more delicious. Think features like even heating, stackable sets so you can say goodbye to a mess inside your cabinets, and non-toxic materials for peace of mind. So, whether you’re an avid chef or looking for a reason to get inspired in the kitchen, it’s time to refresh your cooking space with these art-worthy and innovative cookware sets to take your meals, and interior design, to a swoon-worthy level.
From Drew Barrymore’s newest kitchen line at Walmart to Made In’s new Dutch oven to the internet-favorite Always Pan from Our Place, you’ve got more Le Creuset cookware alternatives to shop than ever before. With these pieces, you’ll never want to hide your cookware away again.
Caraway
The beauty of Caraway is that along with your shiny new pieces of cookware, you also get nifty storage organizers for the lids and pans, so you no longer have to be terrified of them falling on top of you every time you open the cabinets.
Smithey
Smithey’s cast iron cookware features polished interior surfaces that aren’t just gorgeous — they’re also non-stick and easy to clean. This made in the USA cast iron Dutch oven is gorgeous enough to leave on your stove top, and it comes with a lid, too. Getting this as a gift for someone special? You can pay extra to have it engraved.
Meyer Cookware
The bright colors of Meyer’s cookware Essential Set in Spark, which includes three nonstick pans, one stainless steel stockpot, and two universal lids, will add some cheer to any kitchen.
Anyday
What makes Anyday’s cookware special? Not only does it have a chic look, but it’s unique in that this cookware is microwave safe, oven safe, dishwasher safe, and freezer safe. Their 12-piece matte black set, a collaboration with chef David Chang, includes two large dishes, two medium dishes, and two small dishes, and lids. Just imagine — you can cook your dinner in the oven, keep the leftovers in the freezer in the same container they were cooked in, then heat them up in the microwave in the same container later on.
HexClad
Oprah and Gorden Ramsey swear by HexClad, and it’s no secret that the brand has exceptional cookware that makes whipping up your favorite dishes a breeze. If you’re unsure what to shop for, we recommend picking up the 8″ HexClad Hybrid Pan — it’s the perfect size for prepping modest portions like eggs, sauces, veggies, and more.
Made In
Pros like Tom Colicchio swear by this cookware brand, so get ready to cook like you know what you’re doing with these pots and pans in your kitchen. Crafted by artists and designed by chefs, the offerings include expertly made stainless steel pieces — the perfect marriage of fashion meets function — and a gorgeous, limited-edition blue enameled cast iron Dutch oven.
Our Place
This art-worthy cookware brand’s star item is the Always Pan, which does the work of 10, we repeat, 10, types of cookware. So, if your kitchen’s tiny, add this to your cart immediately. There’s a reason it’s hard to keep in stock.
Beautiful Kitchenware by Drew Barrymore
Drew Barrymore just expanded her offerings at Walmart to include a gorgeous new kitchen line called Beautiful Kitchenware, and you won’t believe how affordable it is. The line features elevated kitchen must-haves that won’t break the bank, including a touchscreen air fryer, toaster, and yes, a cookware collection that includes a Dutch oven that rivals Le Creuset (and it’s under $70!).
Great Jones
This women-founded brand started with one purpose: to equip your kitchen with gorgeous items that will make you want to cook. The covetable line-up includes a durable and roomy Dutch oven, sheet pan (named Holy Sheet, just throwing it out there for a good laugh), and a series of pots and pans that not only work great, but look good putting in work.
Five Two by Greenpan (Food 52)
Food52 recently launched its own line of durable and sleek cookware that covers all the basics. They’ve taken years of feedback and research into consideration to include features like cool handles, built-in strainers, and rivet-less interiors.
Material
So long Teflon, lead, fumes, and other toxic parts of our old cookware. These pans have a copper core, which provides even heat distribution, and boasts a lip design for easy pouring. You can also shop for cutlery made with Japanese steel, which combined with your new pans, will transform you into a top chef in no time.
Of course, now you’re going to need some recipes to go with all of your new cookware. How about some of Ina Garten’s best dinner recipes?
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