This pot is very much like a Japanese nabe, a traditional braising pot that comes to the table bubbling with a delicious stewy something that is scooped over rice and enjoyed family style. If you have any dish in your recipe file that meets that description, then this is the pot for you too. This pot is a little lighter than an equivalent size cocotte.

3.75-qt is a good size for a family of 4 or 5, unless there are big eaters in the bunch. And if this is your first Staub, all the good stuff you've read is true. The black enamel interior makes for better browning and easy clean up. The beautiful enameled exterior will won't chip or peel (don't do anything crazy, ok?) and the range of cooking styles you can do in this pot is awesome - low and slow to super high heat searing. No problem.