Chili verde and carnitas are family favorites. And this wide cocotte is perfect for both of those recipes. The wide flat bottom gives me a lot of room to brown my meat before simmering and the thick cast iron allows a slow gentle simmer. The width is also a benefit when deep frying; I can get a lot more done in a less time. I also like the shallowness - its easier to reach in and retrieve foods.

One of my favorite styles.