Le Creuset Expanded Its Campfire Cooking Line

I use my Le Creuset Dutch oven weekly. In addition to the signature oval Dutch oven, the brand’s signature cast-iron loaf pan and Alpine square grill basket are frequently in my rotation. The latter, part of Le Creuset’s outdoor and campfire cookware collection, is a piece I never expected to use multiple times a week, but it’s proven to be a go-to. 

When I found out that Le Creuset had plans to expand the Alpine Outdoor Collection with three new pieces, I was ecstatic. Just in time to kick off warm-weather cooking, you can now shop for a grill pan, a rectangular griddle and a round Dutch oven. Intended for outdoor use, the durable cast-iron cookware requires no seasoning and can be used over an open fire.  While I exclusively use my Alpine grill basket on the grill, what excites me about these pieces is that they’re truly multi-functional. I could see myself using any of these on the stovetop, on the grill or over a summer bonfire. And because it’s Le Creuset, chances are, they’ll last for seasons to come. 

New Le Creuset Alpine Collection Drop 

Alpine Outdoor Collection 10.25-Inch Grill Pan

This grill pan is different from the collection’s grill basket, which has holes on the bottom for airflow. Instead, it’s lined with ridges to impart a grill-like sear on anything you cook. Since the pan is made with enameled cast-iron and can withstand heat up to 842°F, you can use it on virtually any heat source, so it’ll come in handy for outdoor barbecues and rainy days inside. The handles have a low profile, so they don’t take up too much space on your grill or stove. 

Alpine Outdoor Collection 19-by-10.5-Inch Rectangular Griddle

The second new Le Creuset cookware piece is this sleek griddle. It’s made with the same cast-iron material as the grill pan to withstand high temperatures. Its flat bottom measures 19.2 x 10.5 x 2.6 inches, so there’s plenty of space to griddle burgers, homemade flatbread, corn and more. You can use it outdoors and indoors, making it a versatile option for Sunday morning brunch or Fourth of July get-togethers. 

Alpine Outdoor Collection 4.25-Quart Round Dutch Oven

I’m surprised the brand didn’t launch this version of its coveted Dutch oven sooner. Compared to the classic Le Creuset pot, it has a streamlined design to make it compact enough for all heat sources. It tapers towards the bottom to take up less real estate on your cooking surface. At 4.25 quarts, it has just enough space to cook family-sized batches of chili, soup, bread and more. Plus, the lid is heavy to keep it in place and fits flush, so it takes up less space than your average Dutch oven lid.. However, you still get the chic Le Creuset branding on the lid with a debossed letter design around the border. The angled handles also display the brand name for the perfect finishing touch. 

Shop More Pieces from the Alpine Collection, Plus Some of Our Le Creuset Favorites

Outdoor Tongs

Alpine 12-Inch Square Grill Basket 

Round Dutch Oven 

Outdoor Slotted Turner 

Signature Skillet 

Heritage Stoneware Fluted Pie Dish 

Outdoor 2-Pronged Fork 

Alpine 14-Inch Pizza Pan 

Signature Braiser 

Alpine 10-Inch Skillet 

Mini Round Stoneware Cocotte 

Signature Oval Dutch Oven