la cazuela

the casserole dish

Example Sentence

La cazuela grande cabe en el armario alto.

The large casserole dish fits in the tall cabinet.

Meaning

La cazuela is a casserole dish or cooking pot, often used for oven dishes or slow-cooked meals. In some contexts, it can also refer to a stew served in a pot.

Common Phrases

  • la cazuela grande — the large casserole dish
  • poner algo en la cazuela — to put something in the casserole dish

Example

La cazuela grande cabe en el armario alto.

The large casserole dish fits in the tall cabinet.

Common Mistake

Mixing up gender: say la cazuela, not el cazuela. Also, do not assume it always means food; often it is the container.