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Le Creuset
"with leftovers" is definitely key. My 5.5qt for 4 filled to the brim sometimes has leftovers. Depending on how much your family eats, and how much you guys like leftovers, a 7 or 9 quart is a good size. Just remember, you don't have to cook with the pot completely full. The recommendation is to for the contents of the pot to fill half to three quarters of the pot. The bigger size will accommodate bigger cuts of meat... and probably a small turkey...(?) And if you freeze your extra left overs, you can just re-serve them to your family much later when you don't feel like cooking.
summery recipes/ideas for new French oven?
I second ratatouille. The LC outlet store in camarillo was having a ratatouille demo so I picked up the recipe and it was amazing! its healthy and hearty and tastes great with the seasonal vegetables!
Le Creuset
I just bought the 15.5qt oval at the le creuset outlet in Camarillo, CA and I LOVE LOVE LOVE it. I have big plans for this big pot. It also looks the perfect size for a "ice bucket" for a party -- assuming you're not cooking in it for the party. The people in the store are friendly and the 40% off is until August 31, I think, on any cast iron pot. Great deal, great pot. Camarillo had it in the cherry red color in second quality. Originally priced at $416.
