Product Review

Designed to provide an ideal environment for storing garlic heads and cloves, this stoneware garlic keeper by Le Creuset makes an attractive and useful addition to any kitchen collection. The small jar, which measures approximately 4-2/7 by 4-2/7 by 4-4/5 inches, holds three to four garlic bulbs at a time and features small vents around the base to keep air inside the jar dry. It also provides a secure-fitting lid with an easy-grip knob that prevents light from entering and odors from escaping. Other highlights include sleek curves, Le Creuset's signature concentric rings on the body and lid, the Le Creuset name in raised letters, and an embossed garlic icon for an added touch of charm.

Le Creuset's line of stoneware comes with a hard-wearing, impermeable finish fired at temperatures as high as 2192 degrees F. With a porosity level of less than 1 percent, it blocks moisture absorption, which can lead to cracking, crazing, and rippling along the interior. Its non-porous construction also resists odors, scratching, and staining for hygienic use and optimal performance. Even more, its high-quality enamel protects against metal marks and other damage, which means it's safe to use with knives. Best of all, the glaze on the exterior makes the stoneware items fun to mix and match with other coordinating Le Creuset pieces (sold separately), while a neutral-colored glaze on the inside offers an optimal palette for food presentation. And thanks to an unmatched thermal resistance from -65 degrees F to 500 degrees F, Le Creuset stoneware moves effortlessly from the microwave or oven (or under the broiler) to the table for serving to the refrigerator or freezer for storing leftovers. When finished, it cleans up easily by hand or in the dishwasher.