Casserole

Discover the casserole pot that transforms everyday cooking into culinary excellence. Bessemer's premium collection of casserole dishes brings over 60 years of trusted quality and performance to Australian kitchens, featuring our innovative cooking technology that delivers slow-cooked perfection, roasts, and even baked goods on your stovetop. Our expertly crafted ceramic casserole pots combine lightweight cast aluminium construction with a premium triple-layer non-stick coating, free from PFOA, lead, and cadmium. Whether you're seeking a casserole dish for family feasts or a large casserole pot for entertaining, our range includes a variety of sizes in stunning colours including our signature black casserole pot. Compatible with all cooktops including induction and oven-safe to 180°C, every Bessemer casserole is backed by our Lifetime Guarantee. Shop now and experience why it truly tastes better in a Bessemer.

Bessemer® Casserole Advantage: A Culinary Legacy

For over 60 years, Bessemer® has been a trusted name in Australian kitchens, and our casserole pots exemplify this heritage of quality and innovation. More than just a pot, it's a versatile workhorse designed to unlock new culinary possibilities, making complex dishes simple and flavourful.

Patented "Oven Effect" Cooking on Your Stovetop:

Experience the revolutionary "oven effect" - a Bessemer® signature feature. When paired with a Bessemer® Non Stick Universal Lid, our casserole pots transform your stovetop into an oven, allowing you to slow-cook tender meats, bake cakes, pizzas, and even roasts directly on your stovetop. This saves energy and frees up your oven.

Despite this unique stovetop capability, Bessemer® casseroles are also oven safe up to 180°C, offering true dual-purpose functionality.

Superior Materials for Unmatched Performance:

  • Heavy Gauge Cast Aluminium: Bessemer® casseroles are crafted from premium grade, heavy gauge cast aluminium. This material makes them significantly lighter than traditional cast iron casserole dishes while offering comparable durability and exceptional heat retention. This means less strain when moving large, full pots.
  • Premium European Ceramic Fusion & Triple-Layer Non-Stick: The interior and exterior boast a superior ceramic fusion and triple-layer non-stick coating. This ensures smooth, effortless food release, remarkable abrasion and scratch resistance, and the easiest cleanup every time. It's also PFOA, Lead, and Cadmium free, guaranteeing healthy cooking for your family.
  • Universal Cooktop Compatibility (Including Induction): Fitted with a magnetic stainless steel induction plate, Bessemer® casserole pots are suitable for use on all cooktops, including induction, gas, electric, and ceramic. This ensures rapid and even heat distribution, eliminating hot and cold spots for perfectly cooked results.

Designed for Australian Families:

Available in versatile sizes, from medium to big casserole pots all offering generous capacities perfect for families or entertaining. Choose from a stunning range of colours to match your kitchen aesthetic: classic Black, vibrant Red, stylish Teal, and contemporary Stone.

Caring for Your Bessemer® Casserole Pot

Caring for your new Bessemer casserole will keep it performing beautifully for generations to come. Here are our tips to keep your casserole pot looking and cooking its best:

  • Easy Cleanup: The premium ceramic fusion and triple-layer non-stick coating ensures fast and effortless cleanup. Simply wash with warm soapy water and a soft sponge.
  • Avoid Metal Utensils: To preserve the non-stick coating, use wooden, silicone, or plastic utensils.
  • Low to Medium Heat: The efficient heat distribution means you rarely need high heat, which can prolong the life of the non-stick surface. Avoid extreme thermal shock (e.g., plunging hot pan into cold water).
  • Proper Storage: Store your casserole pot carefully to prevent scratching the interior coating. Consider using pan protectors.
  • Oven Safe: Safe for oven use up to 180°C.

60 Years of Australian Cookware Excellence with Bessemer

Bessemer is dedicated to helping you expertly equip your kitchen with Australia's best cookware. With over 60 years of experience in quality cookware including casserole dishes, fryware, baking & roasting pans, saucepans, cookware sets, and lids, we make finding the perfect piece of cookware easy with our comprehensive range of sizes and unbeatable quality. Shop Bessemer for our curated range of quality cookware, browse our selection of premium pieces and find the one that’s perfect for your kitchen and cooking style.

FAQs:

Q1: What are casserole pots called?
Casserole pots are often referred to by various names depending on their design or material, such as Dutch ovens, stew pots, or braisers. Bessemer® casserole pots are deep, lidded cooking vessels designed for simmering, stewing, roasting, and even baking, offering unique versatility thanks to our patented "oven effect" technology.

Q2: What is the benefit of a casserole pot?
Bessemer® casserole pots offer numerous benefits:

  • Versatility: Ideal for stovetop cooking (stews, soups, curries) and unique stovetop baking/roasting (the "oven effect") as well as conventional oven use.
  • Even Cooking: Exceptional heat retention and distribution prevent hot spots, ensuring food cooks uniformly.
  • Moisture Retention: The heavy lid and deep design lock in moisture, resulting in tender, flavourful dishes.
  • Healthy & Non-Stick: Our ceramic fusion non-stick coating allows for cooking with minimal oil and effortless cleanup.
  • Durability: Made from heavy gauge cast aluminium, they are built to last for decades, backed by a Lifetime Guarantee.

Q3: Can you cook anything in a casserole pot?
Almost anything! Bessemer® casserole pots are incredibly versatile. You can prepare traditional casseroles, stews, soups, pot roasts, curries, pasta dishes, and even bake bread, cakes, or pizzas directly on your stovetop (with the Bessemer® universal lid) or in the oven (up to 180°C). Their large capacity (especially the big 37cm casserole pot) makes them perfect for batch cooking.

Q4: Are casserole pots oven safe?
Yes, Bessemer® casserole pots are oven safe up to 180°C, allowing you to transfer dishes from the stovetop directly to the oven for finishing or keeping warm. Beyond conventional oven use, their patented "oven effect" capability allows you to cook traditional oven dishes like roasts and baked goods directly on your stovetop when paired with a Bessemer® Non Stick Universal Lid.

Q5: Which is the best casserole to use?
The best casserole to use is one that offers versatility, durability, and excellent cooking results. Bessemer® casserole pots, with their heavy gauge cast aluminium, premium ceramic non-stick coating, "oven effect" capability, full cooktop compatibility (including induction), and a 25-year Lifetime Guarantee, are engineered to be among the best choices for any Australian kitchen, outperforming many traditional options like cast iron casserole dishes or stainless steel casserole pots in terms of convenience and multi-functionality.