Le Creuset Signature 5.5 Qt. Round Dutch Oven With Brushed Stainless Steel Crucible Knob in Licorice - 21177026000511

Le Creuset 21177026000511 Signature 5.5 Qt. Round Dutch Oven With Brushed Stainless Steel Crucible Knob in Licorice

The iconic Le Creuset Signature Round Dutch Oven 21177026000511 brings a kitchen essential to home cooks and professional chefs alike. Finished in Licorice, this 5.5 qt. enameled cast iron Dutch oven serves 5-6 and offers the everyday versatility to move from slow-cooking and braising to roasting, baking, frying and more. Its perfected design makes it a dependable choice for recipes that benefit from steady heat and a seamless journey from stove to oven to table.

Individually crafted in France by French artisans from quality materials. The cookware distributes heat evenly and retains it exceptionally well, helping lock moisture and flavor into every dish. A tight-fitting lid circulates steam and returns moisture to the food, while the light-colored smooth interior makes it easier to watch browning and follow cooking progress. The porcelain enamel is ready to use without seasoning, minimizes sticking and stands up to dulling, staining, chipping and cracking.

Designed to work across ceramic, electric, gas and induction cooktops, this Dutch oven also goes into the oven at temperatures up to 500°F and supports broiler cooking. Ergonomic knobs and wide loop handles help with lifting and provide a comfortable grip, including when oven mitts are needed. The dishwasher-safe surface simplifies cleanup, although hand washing is recommended. From beef stew, soups and mashed potatoes to no-knead bread, roast chicken and fried chicken, this versatile piece is made to handle a wide range of favorite meals with reliable performance.

Features

• 5.5 qt. Versatility
  The 5-6 serving capacity suits soups, stews, breads, chicken, mashed potatoes and more.
• 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.