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.