Le Creuset Signature 15.5 Qt. Oval Dutch Oven with Crucible Knob in Oyster - 21178040444511

Le Creuset 21178040444511 Signature 15.5 Qt. Oval Dutch Oven in Oyster

The Le Creuset 21178040444511 Signature Oval Dutch Oven in Oyster combines a 15.5 qt. capacity for 9+ servings with the heat distribution and retention of enameled cast iron. Its oval shape accommodates larger cuts of meat, whole chickens and oval loaves, while a close-fitting lid recirculates moisture for slow cooking and braising. Made in France, this Dutch oven also handles roasting, baking and frying, works on all cooktops including induction, and is oven-safe to 500 degrees F. Durable porcelain enamel minimizes sticking, requires no seasoning and allows dishwasher cleaning.

Key Features

15.5 Qt. Oval Capacity for 9+ Servings

When the recipe calls for a large cut of meat or a whole chicken, the elongated cooking vessel gives those ingredients a fitting shape. The generous capacity supports meals serving 9+, and the oval form is also suited to baking oval-shaped loaves of bread.

Heat-Retaining Cast Iron and a Close-Fitting Lid

Heat distribution and retention make enameled cast iron a versatile choice for slow cooking, braising, roasting, baking and frying. The snug-fitting lid recirculates moisture, working with the heat-retaining construction to help preserve moisture and flavor during cooking.

Durable Enamel and a Pale Interior

The light-colored interior lets you monitor food as it cooks, making cooking progress easier to see. Porcelain enamel resists dulling, stains, chips and cracks while minimizing sticking. With no seasoning required and dishwasher-safe cleaning, the finish brings cast iron cooking into a simpler care routine.

All-Cooktop Compatibility and a 500 Degrees F Oven Limit

Use ceramic, electric, gas or induction heat, then take the same cookware into the oven for roasting or baking within its 500 degrees F limit. Broiler use is also supported, subject to clearance and component restrictions.¹ This versatility lets you choose the cooking method the recipe needs rather than changing cookware.

Mitt-Friendly Handles and an Ergonomic Knob

Loop handles accommodate oven mitts, giving you room to grip the cookware when moving it between the stove, oven and table. Both the handles and knob are ergonomically designed to aid lifting; always use dry heat protection when handling hot cookware.

French Craftsmanship in Oyster

Made in France, this Dutch oven carries forward Le Creuset's cookware heritage dating to 1925. The Oyster exterior brings color to stove-to-oven-to-table cooking, while the durable enameled cast iron reflects a tradition of cookware made for generations of use.

Features

• 15.5 Qt. Oval Capacity
  Room for larger roasts and meals serving 9+.
• Cast Iron Heat Distribution and Retention
  Supports everything from a slow braise to roasting, baking and frying.
• Close-Fitting Lid
  Recirculates moisture to help preserve flavor.
• Pale Interior Enamel
  Keeps food visible as you check cooking progress.
• Durable Porcelain Enamel
  Resists dulling, stains, chips and cracks.
• No Seasoning Required
  Enjoy cast iron cooking without a seasoning routine.
• Dishwasher-Safe Cleaning
  Offers a convenient cleanup option after food preparation.
• All-Cooktop Compatibility
  Works with ceramic, electric, gas and induction cooking surfaces.
• Oven Use Up to 500 Degrees F
  Handles oven cooking and permits broiler use with the required precautions.
• Ergonomic Handles and Knob
  Mitt-friendly loop handles help you lift and carry the cookware.
• Made in France
  Continues a cookware-making tradition dating to 1925.
• Oyster Finish
  Brings a colorful exterior from the cooking surface to the table.

Footnotes:

¹ Leave at least 2 in of clearance under a broiler. Phenolic parts must not go under a broiler. Do not exceed this cookware's 500 degrees F oven limit.

Retain the care instructions and use only for food preparation. Remove packaging, then wash and dry before first use. Misuse can cause injury or property damage.

Hot cookware, contents and steam can burn. Use dry heat protection, supervise cooking and rest hot cookware on a heat-protective surface. Stop using cookware if the interior enamel is chipped.

Heat and cool gradually, using low-to-medium heat settings to avoid thermal shock. Match the base to the cooking zone and keep gas flames beneath it. Lift rather than slide on glass cooktops.

Do not microwave, expose to unregulated outdoor heat or place directly on an oven floor. Tighten loose screws only at room temperature and do not overtighten.