Le Creuset Signature 6.75 Qt. Oval Dutch Oven With Brushed Stainless Steel Crucible Knob in Licorice - 21178031000511

Le Creuset 21178031000511 Signature 6.75 Qt. Oval Dutch Oven With Brushed Stainless Steel Crucible Knob in Licorice

The Le Creuset 6.75 qt. Signature Oval Dutch Oven in Licorice, model 21178031000511, brings an iconic kitchen essential to home cooks and professional chefs alike. Its elongated shape gives larger cuts of meat, whole chickens and oval bread loaves room to cook, while the 6-7 serving capacity is suited to family meals and shared dishes. From beef stew and roast chicken to no-knead bread, fried chicken, soups and mashed potatoes, this versatile vessel supports everyday favorites as well as slow-cooked centerpieces.

Individually crafted in France by artisans, the enameled cast iron construction combines even heat distribution with excellent heat retention to help preserve moisture and flavor. A tight-fitting lid circulates steam and returns moisture to the food, supporting tender braises, flavorful roasts and comforting stews. The Dutch oven moves naturally from stovetop to oven to table and works with ceramic, electric, gas and induction cooktops as well as oven and broiler cooking. Both the vessel and its knob are oven-safe up to 500°F.

The porcelain enamel offers a low-maintenance cooking surface that is ready for daily use. Its smooth, light-colored interior helps cooks follow browning and other visual changes, while the durable finish minimizes sticking and is designed to resist dulling, staining, chipping and cracking. Wide loop handles and an ergonomic knob promote a secure, comfortable hold, even with oven mitts, and Le Creuset calls its cast iron the lightest weight per quart in the industry. The non-porous surface can also hold raw or cooked food in the refrigerator or freezer. When the meal is over, the dishwasher-safe construction simplifies care, though hand washing is recommended to help preserve the enamel's appearance.

Features

• 6.75 Qt. Capacity
  Prepares 6-7 servings for family meals and shared dishes.
• 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.