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LIDL is selling some seriously cheap kitchen staples, including posh Le Creuset dupes at a fraction of the cost of the real thing. The German discounter is rolling out a number of bargain finds perfect for your kitchen as part of its Middle of Lidl range. The Livarno Cast Iron Casserole Dish will be available in stores from Thursday for just £29.99. The 4.7L dish is perfect for roasting, stewing or braising for the whole family.

Image Credit: The Sun [Lavender-colored casserole dish with baked oatmeal.]

It's suitable for all hob types, including induction, and is oven-safe up to 240°C too - not to mention there's a three year warranty. And you really can't go wrong for £29.99 - that's £299.01 cheaper than the Cast Iron Oval Casserole dish (also 4.7L), which would set you back a whopping £329. The casserole dish isn't the only bargain buy hitting the shelves of Lidl though. You can also snap up the Lilac Stoneware Oven Dish, which comes in both small and large sizes.

Image Credit: The Sun [Lavender frying pan with a silver handle.]

The large dish is priced at £4.99 while the small version is the same price for two. According to Lidl bosses, the dishes are "ideal for making and serving casseroles, lasagne, roasts and cakes.". They're also suitable for both microwaves and dishwashers, not to mention oven-safe up to 250°C. Then there's the Mini Aluminium Frying Pan for just £3.99 - or you can pick up the Cast Aluminium Frying Pan for £16.99.

Image Credit: The Sun [Lidl store in London.]

The cast aluminium pan boats "new generation coating with innovative multiple layer system – ceramic reinforced primer and a unique polymer matrix in the top coat for improved, outstanding and long-lasting non-stick properties," the product description notes. It's also "hard-wearing and durable" as well as "scratch resistant". You can also expect some smaller bargains from the range, including the Insulated Bottle, £3.99, Lunchbox, £2.99, Large Chopping Board, £5.99.

Image Credit: The Sun [Purple ceramic baking dish with vegetables inside, and an empty dish next to it.]

And there's utensils for £1.99, including a slotted spoon, whisk, brush and spatula. Lidl reduces items at the start of the day and the best deals can be found between 7am to 8am, when most stores open. Shoppers can often find cooked meats, salmon fillets and breads reduced by 30% or more. Not only does Lidl have its own range of reasonably priced alcohol, it also has its own knock-offs of branded favourites – so say cheers to its bargain booze.

Image Credit: The Sun [Lavender frying pan with a black handle.]

Everyone knows about the "Middle of Lidl" – it's here where you'll find a load of random stuff that you didn't realise you need, at decent prices. But if you are hoping to avoid spending more than you planned, you can check what will be in the "Middle of Lidl" on the supermarket's website in advance. The Middle of Lidl is refreshed every Thursday and Sunday. Shoppers can also keep tabs on what's appearing in the "Pick of the Week" section on the Lidl website.

The discounts happen every Thursday and are usually on fruit, vegetables, and meat. SUN Savers Editor Lana Clements explains how to find a cut-price item and bag a bargain…. Sign up to loyalty schemes of the brands that you regularly shop with. Big names regularly offer discounts or special lower prices for members, among other perks. Sales are when you can pick up a real steal. Retailers usually have periodic promotions that tie into payday at the end of the month or Bank Holiday weekends, so keep a lookout and shop when these deals are on.

Sign up to mailing lists and you’ll also be first to know of special offers. It can be worth following retailers on social media too. When buying online, always do a search for money off codes or vouchers that you can use vouchercodes.co.uk and myvouchercodes.co.uk are just two sites that round up promotions by retailer. Scanner apps are useful to have on your phone. Trolley.co.uk app has a scanner that you can use to compare prices on branded items when out shopping.