Dutch Oven Size: 5 or 7 qt

drewmack · January 2014

I have a LBGE and am pulling the trigger on a DO. Was leaning towards the 7 qt but have not used one before and wanted to get some feedback on what some of you have and your experience. Thanks

hapster · January 2014

I have a 5 quart that fits just fine on the large... that said, I would love to a have a 7 or 8 quart size so I can do bigger meals

drewmack · January 2014

Is the 5 qt big enough for roast or chicken?

henapple · January 2014

Get the large. You can double up on soups and stews

daffy1909 · January 2014

Bigger is better!! Can always put 5qt in the 7, but can't put 7 in the 5!!!

GrannyX4 · January 2014

Get both.

HawkeyeEgghead · January 2014

I have a 5 but often could use a larger DO when making stew or green chile

Cookinbob · January 2014

I do fine with my 5 Qt, can cook for 5-6 people in it, have not wished for larger. With that said, if you anticipate larger cooks, go for the 7. FWIW I also have a 2 qt lodge which I really like for sides. Fits along side the main course for sprouts, beans, etc.

yzzi · January 2014

Get large. A smaller one will hog up a lot of realestate in the egg anyways so may as well go big. I have one that's 8 quarts I believe and it's great for parties and frying stuff.

vchelf · January 2014

I got a 7qt Lodge Dutch Oven after Christmas. It fits fine in the large BGE. I figured the larger DO would be more versatile. I made a batch of chili and had plenty for a couple of days.