Le Creuset Signature Enameled Cast Iron 5-Piece Cookware Set in Sea Salt - US00023000717512

Le Creuset US00023000717512 Signature Enameled Cast Iron 5-Piece Cookware Set in Sea Salt

The Le Creuset US00023000717512 Signature Enameled Cast Iron 5-Piece cookware set in Sea Salt brings together heat-retaining cast iron, ready-to-use enamel that needs no seasoning and a Crucible stainless steel knob. Made in France, the collection includes a 5.5 qt. round Dutch oven, a 1.75 qt. saucepan and a skillet, covering everything from soups and stews to bread and chicken. Compatible with all cooktops, including induction, and oven-safe up to 500 degrees F, these essentials move from stovetop to oven to table with durable enamel that reduces sticking and simplifies cleanup.

Key Features

A Foundation for Everyday Cooking and Entertaining

Put the 5.5 qt. Signature Round Dutch Oven to work on soups, stews and bread, and reach for the 1.75 qt. Signature Saucepan for preparations such as mashed potatoes. A 9 in Signature Skillet rounds out the collection for dishes such as chicken. These essentials can start or expand a cookware collection, making the set a thoughtful wedding, shower or housewarming gift.

All-Cooktop Compatibility and 500 Degrees F Oven Use

Cast iron distributes heat and holds onto it as recipes move from the burner to the oven and then to the table. Ceramic, electric, gas, halogen and induction cooktops are all compatible, so the same cookware can stay in your routine across heat sources. Keep oven temperatures at or below 500 degrees F, the limit for both the cookware and stainless steel knob.

Porcelain Enamel Without the Seasoning Routine

Wash the cookware before its first use, then begin cooking without preparing a seasoned coating. Porcelain enamel helps food release and protects the cookware's colorful appearance through everyday use. Silicone and wood utensils are preferred for routine cooking; metal utensils are compatible, but sharp tools, rough use and striking the rims should be avoided.

Light Interiors and a Black Satin Skillet

The Dutch oven and saucepan have smooth, light-colored interior enamel that lets you follow cooking progress as food cooks. The skillet takes a different approach: its black satin enamel is formulated for higher surface-temperature cooking. Each interior is matched to the way its cookware is used, rather than giving every piece the same cooking surface.

Oven-Mitt-Friendly Handles and Crucible Styling

Wide loop handles leave room for oven mitts, helping you lift cookware when moving between cooktop, oven and table. The Crucible stainless steel knob references the origins of cast iron, while the Sea Salt exterior brings the set's color to the serving table.

Dishwasher-Safe, with Hand Washing Recommended

Dishwasher cleaning is an option, but hand washing is recommended to preserve the enamel's appearance and the skillet's developing patina. Let cookware cool before washing, avoid abrasive cleaners, then rinse and dry. Do not scrub the skillet's patina away; dishwasher-related dulling is normal wear.

Features

• 5-Piece Signature Collection
  Includes a 5.5 qt. round Dutch oven, 1.75 qt. saucepan and 9 in skillet.
• Market's Lightest Cast Iron Per Quart
  Distributes and retains heat for cooking and serving.
• All-Cooktop Compatibility
  Use on ceramic, electric, gas, halogen and induction cooktops.
• Oven-Safe Up to 500 Degrees F
  Continue stovetop recipes in the oven within the cookware and knob temperature limit.
• No Seasoning Required
  Enameled cooking surfaces are ready for use after an initial wash.
• Durable Porcelain Enamel
  Resists dulling, staining, chipping and cracking.
• Metal-Utensil Compatibility
  Accommodates metal utensils when used without sharp tools, rough handling or striking rims.
• Light Interior Enamel
  Check cooking progress in the Dutch oven and saucepan.
• Black Satin Skillet Enamel
  Supports higher surface-temperature cooking in the skillet.
• Ergonomic Lifting Handles
  Wide loops provide room for a protected grip with oven mitts.
• Crucible Stainless Steel Knob
  Complements the cookware's Sea Salt finish with a distinctive design.
• Dishwasher-Safe Cleaning
  Choose dishwasher convenience or the recommended hand washing to preserve appearance and patina.
• Made in France
  Continues a French artisan cookware tradition dating to 1925.

Footnotes:

Care and safety: Wash before first use. Heat and cool gradually on low-to-medium settings to avoid thermal shock. Match the burner size to the cookware and keep flames beneath the base. Lift cookware on glass cooktops. Protect against hot handles and steam. Use an oven rack, never the oven floor, and maintain 2 in of broiler clearance. Do not use in a microwave, over unregulated open fires or in pizza ovens. Stop using cookware if the interior enamel chips.