christmas miracle

i got this for christmas.

isn't it a beauty?

7 1/4 qt. french round oven in caribbean.

i just love the color.

it's even more stunning in person.

the le creuset outlet store in primm did not disappoint. i was hoping to get a 3 qt and call it a day, but they had the 7 1/4 qt for the 3 qt price. mind you, these are outlet prices, so i didn't even pay the 3 qt retail price. it weighs 13 pounds. i get to work on my biceps while cooking? sign me up.

i am overwhelmed with the options of what to cook first.

a roast?

a soup?

rolls?

browning chicken?

i think i'll fry up some donuts in it for aaron with my shiny new donut cutter.

i look forward to many years of cooking firsts in this pot.