Le Creuset Signature 5 Qt. Oval Dutch Oven With Brushed Stainless Steel Crucible Knob in Cerise - 21178029060511

Le Creuset 21178029060511 Signature 5 Qt. Oval Dutch Oven With Brushed Stainless Steel Crucible Knob in Cerise

The Le Creuset Signature Oval Dutch Oven 21178029060511 in Cerise is an iconic kitchen essential for home cooks and professional chefs. Expertly crafted from enameled cast iron, this 5 Qt. Dutch oven is made for slow-cooking, braising, roasting, baking, frying and more. Its oval shape is particularly suited to larger cuts of meat, whole chickens and oval loaves of bread, while the capacity serves 5-6. From beef stew and fried chicken to no-knead bread, soups, mashed potatoes and roast chicken, it brings everyday versatility to a broad range of favorite recipes.

Individually crafted in France by artisans working with fine-quality materials, this cookware continues a Le Creuset tradition that began in 1925. Its enameled cast iron construction distributes heat evenly and retains cooking temperature, helping lock moisture and flavor into food as it moves from stove to oven to table. The close-fitting lid is shaped to circulate steam and send moisture back into the dish. Inside, the light-colored smooth enamel makes it easier to follow browning and doneness as a recipe develops.

Built for generations of use, the vibrant porcelain enamel needs no seasoning and helps minimize sticking for simpler cleanup. It also resists dulling, staining, chipping and cracking, while dishwasher-safe construction adds convenience; hand washing is recommended. Wide loop handles and an ergonomic knob support a comfortable grip, including when oven mitts are worn, and Le Creuset cast iron is the lightest weight per quart in the industry. Compatible with ceramic, electric, gas and induction cooktops as well as the oven and broiler, the Dutch oven and knob are oven-safe up to 500°F. The Cerise finish brings classic, colorful enameled cast iron style from kitchen to table.

Features

• 5 Qt. Oval Capacity
  Prepares 5-6 servings and accommodates larger cuts, whole chickens 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.