Le Creuset Signature 2.75 Qt. Oval Dutch Oven With Brushed Stainless Steel Crucible Knob in Cerise - 21178023060511

Le Creuset 21178023060511 Signature 2.75 Qt. Oval Dutch Oven With Brushed Stainless Steel Crucible Knob in Cerise

The Le Creuset Signature Oval Dutch Oven, model 21178023060511, brings the brand's iconic colorful enameled cast iron into a compact Cerise design for 2-3 servings. Individually made in France by artisans, it draws on a cast iron tradition dating to 1925 and is created for home cooks and professional chefs alike. Its oval profile accommodates foods that do not sit naturally in a round pot, including longer cuts of meat, whole poultry and oval loaves, while the 2.75 qt. capacity suits smaller batches and everyday meals.

Versatility is central to this Dutch oven, which supports slow cooking, braising, roasting, baking and frying. Enameled cast iron distributes heat across the cooking surface and holds it steadily, helping ingredients cook evenly. Beneath the tight-fitting lid, circulating steam returns moisture to the food to preserve the flavors and textures of carefully prepared dishes. Use it for beef stew, no-knead bread, roast chicken, soups, mashed potatoes and more, then carry the finished recipe from stove to oven to table in one colorful piece of cookware.

Easy ownership complements its cooking performance. The porcelain enamel is ready to use without seasoning, helps minimize sticking and simplifies cleanup after a meal. Its durable finish is designed to resist dulling, staining, chipping and cracking, while the light-colored smooth interior makes it easier to see food as it cooks. An ergonomic knob and wide loop handles support a secure, comfortable lift, even with oven mitts. Le Creuset also identifies this design as the lightest weight cast iron by quart on the market, making this enduring kitchen essential easier to handle through prep, cooking and serving.

Features

• 2.75 qt. Oval Format
  Fits 2-3 servings along with whole poultry, long cuts of meat and oval bread loaves.
• 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.