I recently bought one of these and ended up returning it. There are only a few instances where I can see this being useful. It would be good for roasting garlic or perhaps making a small fruit desert in the oven. This cannot be used on the stove top and there are no recipes so I really don't know what else to do with it. I thought it was adorable online and would be a welcome addition in my kitchen, but I was mistaken. It is nicely made, but i ended up looking like a gaudy piece (like something from the dollar store). It has a glossy finish. I would not purchase it as a ramekin with a lid is cheaper and more functional. I would liken this to decorating with plastic fruit.

If you have a very particular style in your kitchen this could be an awesome salt holder. The lid doesn't stay on that well and the handles are TINY. Also the shape means you can't cook things that need to slide out or be scooped out. Thank you and I am awaiting angry responses.

Make sure to note that it is a 12oz container, so it is not meant for baking larger casseroles etc. It is very convenient to hold sugar, flour etc. Also note that this particular product is actually manufactured in Thailand.

Make no mistake, this is Le Creuset, it's a bit pricey, and perhaps not the most practical, but my god, is it adorable. I originally picked up the 'yellow pepper' casserole on a clearance table at my local mall. Since then, I have been smitten, and had an overwhelming need to collect these. Unfortunately, the price is a bit prohibitive, so I have been limited to 3. Here's what you need to know: They're tiny -- they hold one serving of veggie/fruit/soup/casserole. I would compare them to a personal souffle ramekin. I have not baked with them, but am quite tempted. They're stoneware, and they do endure the occasional bump and accidental clash with other stoneware pieces I have. The yellow pepper has a sturdier 'handle', which is its little stem. This pear casserole, as well as the blueberry casserole, has a tinier and more slippery handle, so be careful! However, they're adorable, the colors are beautiful and deep, so if you love serving individual dishes (I would do soups or personal desserts) and love entertaining, these are great pieces to have. Again, not the most practical, but it would make a great gift for the collector.

Cute item, very small, wish it had a recipe with it. Otherwise, very nice.

FIRST OFF, JUST WANT TO SAY THAT I GOT THIS PEAR FREE WITH PURCHASE OF ANOTHER LE CREUSET PRODUCT. IT IS SO CUTE AND I USE IT FOR DECORATION IN MY KITCHEN. I THINK I WILL USE IT FOR DIPS IF I HAVE A SMALL GATHERING, IT IS SMALL, SMALLER THAN U THINK. THOUGHT IT WAS MORE OF A MATTE FINISH, BUT IT IS ON THE SHINY SIDE. OTHERWISE, I AM PLEASED WITH IT, WHAT THE HECK, I GOT IT FOR FREE!! VERY CUTE, MIGHT GET MORE OF THESE??