28 cm · 6.7 L · Round cocotte
Staub 7 Quart Dutch Ovens — built for big batches
A Staub 7-quart Dutch oven is the 28 cm round cocotte — about 6.7 liters, sized for six to eight people. It is the size for entertaining and batch cooking: a large bird, a full pot of chili, or stock to portion and freeze.
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Every cocotte here is the same 28 cm round body in a different enamel finish. Capacity, lid and cooking performance are identical; color is the only variable.
STAUB La Cocotte 6.75L Enamel-Coated Round Cast Iron Cocotte with Nickel Knob Lid – All Cooktops, Made in France, Bordeaux
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What a 7-quart cocotte is built for
A 7-quart cocotte is built for volume: big braises, large roasts, multiple loaves and stockpot batches. The 28 cm width browns a lot of meat at once, and the depth swallows a full pot of liquid.
Big braises & pot roasts
A large brisket, a pot roast for a crowd or a double batch of short ribs, held at an even simmer for hours.
Large roasts & birds
A 6–7 lb chicken or a small turkey breast fits with room around it for vegetables.
Multiple or tall loaves
Bakes a big boule with full oven spring, or a tall high-hydration loaf the smaller sizes cannot hold.
Stockpots, chili & soup
Makes stock, chili or soup by the gallon — enough to serve a party and freeze the rest.
Beans, grains & feasts
Cooks beans, rice or grains in party quantities with even, steady heat.
Stovetop to oven to table
Sear on the burner, finish in the oven, serve from the pot. No transfer dish needed.
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STAUB La Cocotte 6.75L Enamel-Coated Round Cast Iron Cocotte with Nickel Knob Lid – All Cooktops, Made in France, Bordeaux
The 7-quart round cocotte in Bordeaux is built for volume. Its 6.75-liter body takes a large roast, a full pot of chili, or stock to portion and freeze, with even heat held across the base.
Bordeaux is a deep, wine-dark red that ages well in a kitchen and carries straight to the table. The pot brings the full Staub build — a self-basting spiked lid, a matte-black searing interior, oven-safe to 500°F, cast and enamelled in France.
When you cook for a crowd or batch for the week, this is the size to reach for.
Who the 7-quart is for
The 7-quart suits households of six to eight and anyone who cooks for a crowd or the freezer. It trades a little everyday convenience for the most capacity in the round line.
Large households & hosts
Dinner for six to eight, or hosting a crowd without a second pot.
Batch & freezer cooks
Big batches of stew, sauce or stock to portion and freeze.
Holiday & gathering cooks
Roasts, stews and stockpots at full table capacity.
Serious bread bakers
Room for large, high-rise loaves and full oven spring.
What sets the Staub 7-quart apart
Staub’s design choices change how the pot cooks. The spiked lid, matte-black interior and enamelled iron are what separate it from standard cookware.
Self-basting spiked lid
Spikes under the lid drip condensation back over the food, keeping roasts and braises moist.
Matte-black searing interior
The textured black enamel is built for high-heat browning and never needs seasoning.
Works on every stovetop
Gas, electric, ceramic, halogen and induction all run on the flat iron base.
Oven-safe to 500°F
Lid and body move from burner to oven to table without a second dish.
No seasoning required
The enamel coating is ready to cook out of the box and will not rust.
Sand-cast in France
Each cocotte is cast in a single-use mould in Alsace, then enamelled by hand.
Is 7 quarts the right size?
Choose the 7-quart when you cook for six or more or batch-cook for the freezer. Step down to the 5.5-quart for everyday family meals; the 4-quart suits couples and small kitchens. The extra capacity adds weight, so it is the heaviest of the three to lift when full.
| Size | Serves | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 4 qt (24 cm) | 3–4 | Couples, small families, a first cocotte, tight storage |
| 5.5 qt (26 cm) | 4–6 | The all-purpose family size, larger roasts and loaves |
| 7 qt (28 cm) | 6–8 | Big batches, entertaining, large birds with room to spare |
Care and everyday use
Staub enamelled cast iron needs no seasoning and works on every stovetop. Routine care is limited to gentle washing and avoiding sudden temperature changes.
- Heat it gradually. Start on low to medium; the iron holds and spreads heat, so high settings are rarely needed.
- Hand-wash to protect the enamel. Warm water and a soft sponge, no steel wool, and let the pot cool before washing.
- Use any utensil. The hard enamel takes metal, wood or silicone without scratching through.
- Store with the lid ajar. A folded cloth between lid and rim lets air move and keeps the interior fresh.
Frequently asked questions
How many quarts — and how many liters — is the 7-quart Staub?
It is the 28 cm round cocotte, rated 7 US quarts, which is about 6.7 liters.
How many people does a 7-quart Staub serve?
Six to eight. It holds a large roast or a party batch of stew or soup, with room for liquid.
Is the 7-quart good for bread?
Yes. The 28 cm cocotte takes a large boule with full oven spring and suits tall, high-hydration loaves the smaller sizes cannot fit.
7-quart vs 5.5-quart — which should I buy?
Choose the 7-quart if you cook for six or more or batch-cook to freeze; choose the 5.5-quart for everyday family meals. Browning and braising are identical between them.
Is the 7-quart too big for everyday cooking?
It does everything the smaller sizes do, but full of food it is heavy to lift and slower to heat a small portion. If most meals are for four to six, the 5.5-quart is easier to live with day to day.
Do I need to season a Staub cocotte?
No. The enamel interior never needs seasoning or oiling, and it will not rust like bare cast iron.
Is it induction-safe, oven-safe, and where is it made?
It works on all stovetops including induction, the lid and body are oven-safe to 500°F, and every cocotte is sand-cast and enamelled in France.