0 a heavy, deep container with a lid, usually made of iron or clay, used for cooking food on top of a cooker, in an oven, or on a fire:
Cooks in the United States have been using Dutch ovens since colonial times, although their shape has evolved to keep up with changing consumer demands.
Using a heavy cast iron or enamel dutch oven is key to this recipe.
Transfer the meat to a large dutch oven or casserole dish which can also go into the oven.
Place the drained beans in a Dutch oven with garlic, onion, bay leaves and water to cover by 2 inches.
