One of the most versatile pieces of cookware, a Dutch oven is the perfect pot for making soups, stews, pastas and braised meat dishes. Here are 18 of our favorite Dutch oven recipes from the William Sonoma Test Kitchen.
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Minestrone with Sausage and Kale
Short Rib Ragù with Fresh Pappardelle
Braised Chicken with Squash and Pepitas
Goat Cheese Polenta with Summer Vegetables
Creamy Mushroom Pasta with Parmesan and Manchego
Greek Chicken Meatballs with Orzo and Feta
Cacio e Pepe-Stuffed Shells with Crispy Bread Crumbs
Garlic Ginger Chicken with Cashews
Sweet Potato and White Bean Chili with Sage
Braised Beef Cheek Barbacoa
Italian Braised Short Ribs
Chicken and Chorizo Stew
Italian Shellfish Stew
Mussels with Fennel and Saffron
Braised Oxtails
Chicken Chile Verde with Hominy
Lamb Shank Stew with Russet Potatoes
Bouillabaisse with Red Pepper Rouille