Save 54%: Ring in soup season with a cookware essential. As of Sept. 16, the seven quart Cuisinart casserole dutch oven(opens in a new tab) is on sale for just $60 at Woot, making it both $70 off its list price and an excellent deal on a large dutch oven.

It's September, which means if you don't already own a dutch oven, it's time to add it to the top of your shopping list.

Maybe you've put off making an investment because it Le Creusets can run $250 and up. But there are plenty of affordable options out there. One such pick is the Cuisinart casserole dutch oven(opens in a new tab) , which as of Sept. 16, is on sale at Woot for a mere $60, down from $130.

The seven quart oval dutch oven easily has enough space for feeding four or more. You have plenty of room for getting a nice good sear on some meat before throwing some liquid in and braising it in the oven, which is safe for this pot up to 500 degrees. And of course, you can make big batches of soup.

Even for casual home cooks, the advantage of having a pot that heats evenly and thoroughly cannot be understated. As an added bonus, the porcelain sage finish looks stunning, making this oven a great choice for storing on the stovetop. Check it out before the sale finishes on Sept. 22 or until supplies run out.