Ask Outdoors: Why is it Called a Dutch Oven, Anyway?
The Dutch oven has a history dating back hundreds of years. As the name suggests, the origins of the Dutch oven are tied to the Netherlands.
In the 17th century, the Dutch were recognized leaders in the material casting industry, especially in the creation of pots and kettles. They developed a more efficient method for producing these items by using dry sand molds. It was this innovative process that led to the creation of the Dutch oven.