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Cast Iron Cookware
Shop for Cast Iron Cookware at Appliances Online and explore a huge range of high-quality French ovens, casserole dishes, frypans, and woks. Compare premium brands like French-made Chasseur with their stunning enamel colours, alongside versatile options from Westinghouse, Stanley Rogers, and SOGA. You can choose from different sizes and capacities, from a 2.5L casserole perfect for side dishes to a 6.1L French oven for family roasts. Most models are designed for all cooktops, including induction, and are beautiful enough to go straight from the oven to your dinner table. Selected in-stock items are also available with Free Next-Day Delivery. Need more options? Browse our full cookware range, including casserole dishes, French ovens and frying pans.
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What You Get With Cast Iron
The main benefit is its incredible ability to hold and distribute heat. Once it's hot, it stays hot, giving you a consistent cooking temperature across the entire surface. This means you get a perfect, even sear on steaks, there are no hot spots to burn your onions, and your slow-cooked stews and curries simmer gently and evenly for hours. It’s this reliable heat control that helps you get delicious results every single time.
This is cookware that's built to last for generations. Unlike other types of pots and pans that can warp or lose their coating, a good cast iron piece from a brand like Chasseur comes with a lifetime warranty and can handle decades of use. The tough enamel coatings found on many of our models are durable and make cleaning simple, while traditional cast iron just gets better with age. It's a smart purchase that you'll use for years, and because it's so long-lasting, it's also a great choice for the environment.
French Ovens vs. Casserole Dishes: What's the Difference?
A French Oven (sometimes refrred to as a Dutch Oven) is typically a deeper, round or oval pot with thick walls, making it the perfect choice for slow-cooking a beef stew, roasting a whole chicken, or even baking a loaf of sourdough bread. A Casserole Dish is usually shallower and can be round, square, or rectangular. It’s brilliant for cooking and serving things like a pasta bake, a potato gratin, or even desserts like a tarte tatin.
Buying your new cookware from Appliances Online is simple and hassle-free. We offer Free Next-Day Delivery to most metro areas, so you can start cooking with your new cast iron pot as soon as tomorrow. You'll get a text on the morning of delivery with a 2-hour window and a live tracking link, so you're not left waiting around. Plus, our Aussie-based team is here to help 24/7 if you have any questions about which piece is right for you. We'll also take away all the bulky packaging for recycling, making your unboxing experience clean and easy.
Cast Iron Cookware Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes, almost all the cast iron cookware we sell at Appliances Online is compatible with induction cooktops. Brands like Chasseur, Westinghouse, and Stanley Rogers design their cast iron to work efficiently on all heat sources, giving you great results no matter your kitchen setup.
The main benefit of enamelled cast iron is that it's much easier to clean and maintain. The smooth enamel coating stops food from sticking, prevents rusting, and means you don't need to 'season' the pan. It also provides a non-reactive surface that's great for cooking acidic foods like tomato sauces.
Absolutely. One of the best things about cast iron is its ability to go from the stovetop straight into the oven. Most models from Chasseur and Westinghouse are oven-safe to at least 220°C, and some are safe up to 250°C, making them perfect for braising, baking, and roasting.
It's best to let the pot cool down first, then hand wash it with warm, soapy water and a soft sponge or cloth. This helps protect the enamel finish. Avoid using harsh scourers or metal utensils that could scratch the surface. Always dry it thoroughly before putting it away.
There's very little difference, and the names are often used for the same thing. Both refer to a heavy, lidded pot that’s perfect for slow cooking. The term 'French oven' almost always refers to an enamelled cast iron version, like the colourful pots from Chasseur, while 'Dutch oven' can refer to either enamelled or bare cast iron.