Le Creuset Signature 15.5 Qt. Oval Dutch Oven With Brushed Stainless Steel Crucible Knob in Cerise - 21178040060511

Le Creuset 21178040060511 Signature 15.5 Qt. Oval Dutch Oven With Brushed Stainless Steel Crucible Knob in Cerise

The iconic Le Creuset Signature Oval Dutch Oven 21178040060511 brings the everyday versatility of enameled cast iron to ambitious home cooks and professional chefs. With a 15.5 Qt. capacity sized for 9+ servings, it is ready for slow-cooking, braising, roasting, baking, frying and more. Its oval profile is especially well suited to larger cuts of meat and whole chickens, while also giving oval-shaped loaves of no-knead bread room to bake. The vibrant Cerise finish carries rich color from the cooktop to the oven and straight to the table, making the vessel as appealing for serving as it is capable in the kitchen.

Individually crafted in France by artisans working with fine-quality materials, this Dutch oven continues a Le Creuset tradition that began in 1925. Enameled cast iron distributes heat evenly and retains it exceptionally well, helping moisture and flavor stay with food as beef stew, soups, mashed potatoes or roast chicken cook. The close-fitting lid circulates steam and sends moisture back into the dish, supporting tender, flavorful results. It works with ceramic, electric, gas and induction cooktops, as well as the oven and broiler, and both the Dutch oven and knob are oven-safe up to 500°F.

Practical details make this large-capacity cookware easier to use from preparation through cleanup. Wide loop handles create a comfortable, secure grip, including when oven mitts are worn, while Le Creuset cast iron is the lightest weight per quart in the industry. The smooth, light-colored interior enamel helps cooks follow browning and other changes as a recipe progresses. Because the cooking surface is enameled, it arrives ready to use without the seasoning required by traditional raw cast iron. That durable finish minimizes sticking and is designed to resist dulling, staining, chipping and cracking. It is dishwasher-safe, with hand washing recommended, so cleanup can stay simple after everything from fried chicken to a hearty batch of stew.

Features

• 15.5 Qt. Capacity
  Prepares 9+ servings for family meals, gatherings and batch cooking.
• Superior Heat Management
  Enameled cast iron supports even heat distribution and effective heat retention.
• Versatile Round Design
  Handles slow-cooking, braising, roasting, baking, frying and more.
• No Seasoning Required
  The enameled cooking surface is ready to use without raw cast iron seasoning.
• Durable Porcelain Enamel
  Resists dulling, staining, chipping and cracking under intended use.
• Light-Colored Smooth Interior
  Helps limit sticking and staining while making cooking progress easy to monitor.
• Moisture-Returning Lid
  Helps braises and stews stay moist as circulating steam returns to the food.
• Ergonomic Knob And Wide Loop Handles
  Offers a safe, comfortable grip for lifting, including while wearing oven mitts.
• Lightest Cast Iron By Quart
  Le Creuset cast iron is the lightest weight per quart in the industry.
• All-Cooktop Compatibility
  Works with ceramic, electric, gas, halogen and induction heat sources.
• Oven-Safe Construction
  Both the Dutch oven and its knob are oven-safe up to 500°F.
• Dishwasher-Safe Care
  Supports dishwasher cleaning, with hand washing recommended.

Great For

• Beef Stew
• No-Knead Bread
• Roast Chicken
• Fried Chicken
• Soups and Stews
• Mashed Potatoes

Care & Use

• Suitable for all stovetops, including induction
• Oven-safe up to 500°F
• Dishwasher-safe (hand washing recommended)
  

Footnotes

• Handles, lids and knobs become hot during use; handle them with a dry, heat-resistant protector.
• Do not leave the Dutch oven unattended, and use low to medium heat while allowing it to heat and cool gradually.
• Never use this cookware in a microwave or on an unregulated heat source such as an outdoor grill, open fire or pizza oven.
• Never use the Dutch oven if its interior enamel has chipped.
• Use silicone, wooden or other heat-resistant tools; never use knives or other sharp metal utensils on the enamel cooking surface.
• Cool the cookware to room temperature before cleaning, and never plunge a hot Dutch oven into cold water.
• For broiler use, leave at least 2 in between the heat source and the top rim.
• Lift rather than slide it on glass-topped cooktops and other surfaces.
• Frozen cookware must not be placed directly in a preheated oven. Put it in a cold oven and heat it gradually.