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Grab one seasonal dish or a whole set of versatile cookware perfect for holiday meals.

Key Points

• Aldi offers affordable cookware dupes, like pumpkin-shaped dishes and cast-iron Dutch ovens.
• These budget-friendly options rival high-end brands like Le Creuset at a fraction of the cost.
• Seasonal cookware includes versatile Dutch ovens, mini pans and roasters in festive colors.

It’s time for soup season, pie season, casserole season and the season for all kinds of comforting foods we love. Part of the delight of making all those warm and cozy dishes is having a couple pieces of fun but dependable cookware to serve them in.

While brands like Le Creuset and Staub have the market cornered on expensive, top-of-the-line cookware, Aldi is coming to the rescue with affordable, adorable dupes which get the same job done at a fraction of the cost. If you’re in the market for some gourd-inspired crockery or colorful cast-iron, here’s what you should look out for in September.

Large Pumpkin Dishes

Available September 2 for $16.99

The Crofton large pumpkin-shaped dish isn’t a cast-iron piece, but it’s one that looks an awful lot like Le Creuset’s pumpkin-shaped Dutch oven. Unlike the original, which runs around $395, Aldi’s version is a far more affordable option. Serving a gorgeous autumn salad or a simple casserole in a pumpkin-shaped dish isn’t a fall requirement, but it’s pretty tempting.

Large Dutch Ovens

Available September 2 for $29.99

A Dutch oven is one of the most versatile tools in your kitchen for bread, casserole, sauces and soup. These Aldi models come in cream and a lovely dark green, which may even fit in with Christmas decor when December arrives. While Le Creuset’s signature Dutch oven starts at about $300 and can cost upwards of $800, this large cast-iron Dutch oven costs less than $30.

Small Dutch Ovens

Available September 16 for $19.99

For a smaller cast-iron Dutch oven, Aldi is offering a petite version of their larger Dutch oven for a little less. Keep the same color palette and buy the big guy and the little guy in the same color for a coordinated set. You can dish up beef stew in one and serve your mashed potatoes out of the other.

Cast-Iron Mini Cookware

Available September 16 for $6.99

For some cute-as-a-button but still useful cookware, check out the Crofton cast-iron mini cookware. There are three varieties here: bakers, frypans and skillets. In the bakers, you can make a perfect mug-style cake or muffin. The mini-frying pan is perfect for an egg or small serving of hash browns, and the skillets look like the perfect tool for a little skillet cookie or a personal casserole.

Cast-Iron Oval Roasters

Available September 16 for $29.99

A cast-iron oval roaster is a classic piece for hosting big gatherings. It has a generous shape, making it ideal for meat or poultry roasts, large batches of soups and big pasta bakes. Like the circular Dutch ovens, this piece comes in cream and forest green, so you can complete your set.

Crofton Cast-Iron Everyway Pan

Available September 16 for $24.99

The Crofton Cast-Iron Everyway Pan is a skillet ideal for food made on the stove and finished in the oven. Like the other cream and green pieces in the set, it will look lovely on the table along with your holiday decor and fancy dishes, so you don’t even have to transfer your final products to a serving dish—that’s a plus for centerpieces like a brunch frittata or tasty casserole.