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The Handy $40 Le Creuset Gem You’ll Reach for Every Single Day (It’s So Adorable!)

Morgan Pryor
Morgan PryorCommerce Assistant Editor at AT Media
I've been a full-time journalist since 2023, but my experience in the field goes back further. I graduated magna cum laude from NYU's Gallatin School of Individualized Study, where I developed my own major called Culture Writing and Criticism. While working my way up to Editor-in-Chief at the school blog, I earned a number of bylines at TV Guide Magazine, CNN, Decider, and Texas Monthly. At those publications, I mostly focused on art and entertainment. However, I’ve always loved shopping, writing reviews, and service journalism — which is what led me to giving commerce writing a try as an intern at CNN Underscored. There, I had a ton of fun producing beauty and fashion shopping stories, which ended up preparing me for my work as AT's commerce editorial assistant. I’ve long been passionate about interior design and taken pride in the appearance of my space, whether it was my dorm room or my first tiny studio. Exploring that interest professionally has been a dream, and I love thinking about a product from every angle and figuring out if it's really worth it. As someone who was recently on a student budget and works with a small living space, I especially like to find and share items that are compatible with that lifestyle. In my eyes, a great product equally delivers on style and function, ideally at an affordable price point.
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published Aug 24, 2024
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If you’re on the hunt for kitchen items that combine functionality and visual appeal, I’m not sure you can do better than Le Creuset. It’s no secret that we here at The Kitchn are huge fans of the iconic cookware brand — our team members swear by everything from their classic Dutch oven to their bread oven to their fish baker. As you would expect from the hefty prices, the enameled cast iron pieces will last you a lifetime, and you’ll want to keep them out on display just as long, thanks to their timeless look and vibrant hues.

Whether you’re looking to add on to your robust Le Creuset collection or want to start off small, I just came across an under-the-radar, budget-friendly find that you’ll use every day. Reviewers say the brand’s Salt Crock is “beautifully made” and “handy” to have nearby when cooking — and it’s only going for $40.

Salt Crock
$40
Le Creuset
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What is the Salt Crock?

For how much work you’ll get out of this crock, $40 is a total steal. Tons of recipes require adding a pinch of salt, and instead of attempting to sprinkle the correct amount from a shaker — running the risk of adding way too much — this device makes it easy to measure out. With its compact design that takes up barely any counterspace, you can effortlessly grab salt or any other spice of choice from the wide opening. Plus, it doesn’t hurt that years down the line, it’ll look as new and gorgeous as the day you bought it!

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What Le Creuset Reviewers are Saying

Average Rating: 5/5

“Handy to have right by the stove when you need just a pinch!” — LB

“Beautifully made. Holds a good amount of salt. Big wide opening to grab salt. Easy access for cooking. Got the sea salt color.” — Panda bear

“I use every day when I cooking.” — Adriana

It’s the perfect countertop accessory that offers the best of both worlds. It’ll provide your kitchen with a bit of eye candy and it’ll make your life easier. What more could you ask for?

Buy: Salt Crock, $40

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