These incredible Dutch oven dishes prove how versatile this kitchen staple can be for busy weeknights and weekends.
This recipe combines all of the ingredients in a Dutch oven to make the flavors melt together beautifully.
Cheesy Potato Soup with Bacon
Warm up with this rich and indulgent soup.

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We’ve turned the classic Southern dish into an easy soup that will warm you up any chilly night.
Old-Fashioned Chicken And Dumplings
The secret to Mrs. Morton Smith’s perfect dumplings?
Buttermilk and a well-floured surface.

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Make her recipe, which came to us in October 1983, for a cozy night in.
Prepare and serve it right from your Dutch oven.
You’ll be surprised at how simple this four-ingredient recipe is to make.

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Shrimp Perloo
This Lowcountry rice dish is truly a one-pot savior for busy nights.
Be sure to buy medium, not large, shrimp for this recipe.
Chicken-And-Rice Casserole
It’s nice to have a nostalgic, heartwarming dish every once and a while.

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This take on chicken and rice casserole will remind you of grandma’s cooking

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