The BARE Dutch Oven
- May 25, 2025
- 2 min read
All the cooking performance. None of the drawbacks. Perfect heat distribution. Dramatically lighter. Completely maintenance-free.

For home cooks and culinary enthusiasts seeking a versatile, non-toxic, and high-performance cooking vessel, The BARE Dutch Oven, featured on Kickstarter, offers a compelling alternative. This innovative cookware redefines the Dutch oven with its natural, cast-iron core, offering superior heat retention and a healthy cooking surface without synthetic coatings.
Project Overview
Name and Creator: The BARE Dutch Oven by BARE COOKWARE
What It Is: A pre-seasoned, cast-iron Dutch oven designed for superior cooking performance and a natural, non-toxic cooking experience.
Key Features
Natural Cast Iron Core: Made from pure, natural cast iron, offering excellent heat retention and even cooking.
Pre-seasoned Finish: Comes pre-seasoned, ready for immediate use, and develops a natural non-stick surface with continued use and proper care.
Non-Toxic: Free from PFOA, PFAS, lead, and other harmful chemicals found in many non-stick coatings.
Versatile Cooking: Ideal for braising, stewing, baking, frying, and slow cooking on stovetops, in ovens, and over open flames.
Superior Heat Retention: Maintains consistent temperatures for optimal cooking results.
Durable and Long-Lasting: Built to last for generations with proper maintenance.
Thoughtful Design: Features robust handles for easy carrying and a tight-fitting lid to seal in moisture and flavor.
Rewards
Kickstarter reward tiers for The BARE Dutch Oven likely included:
Early Bird Specials: 28CM Dutch Oven is $147
Single Dutch Oven: Standard pricing is $170
There are no other reward options making this a simple choice of getting it or not at the awesome lower price as noted.
The Idea
Concept: To bring back the purity and performance of traditional cast iron cooking while addressing modern concerns about non-toxic materials and ease of use.
Inspiration: To provide a healthier, more durable, and versatile cooking solution that enhances the flavor and experience of home cooking, moving away from chemically coated alternatives.


