Dutch Ovens - Pairing exceptional browning with self-basting tenderness, the Staub Oval 8.5-Quart Cocotte is the preferred bakeware of professional and home chefs worldwide. The oval shape and cast iron durability of the Staub oval cocotte is perfect for roasting chicken or beef tenderloin, baking casseroles and desserts, and simmering hearty stews and soups. Designed for appetizers to one-pot meals, the Staub enameled cast iron cookware hides its secret under the tight-fitting lid. Rounded spikes collect and release condensation to shower flavor and moisture continuously over food. Self-basting lid is tested to be 9 times more effective than conventional lids. Cast in a single-use mold, the one of a kind 8.5 quart cocotte is high-fired at 1400 F, with 2-3 separate coats of enamel inside and out for outstanding strength and durability. The Staub oval cocotte signature matte black enameled interior with micro-quartz surface creates exceptional heat retention and browning, cooking foods evenly and quickly. The more you cook with the Staub enameled cast iron cookware, the better it performs, seasoning naturally with use, without maintenance. Resistant to scratches and will not discolor or rust. PTFE- and PFOA-free, the 8.5 quart cocotte with smooth enamel bottom is safe for all cooktops, including induction. Oven safe to 500 F and broiler safe. Convenient double handles for easy lifting, and distinctive French cocotte style for beautiful oven-to-table presentation. Dishwasher safe. Using traditional casting methods, Staub cookware is crafted in the Alsace region of France, an area renowned for hearty one-pot meals and fine-enameled ceramics. A benchmark for artisan quality and durability, Staub is the preferred cookware of choice, used in restaurants around the world. Product Features Oval shape is ideal for roasting chicken or tenderloin, baking casseroles and desserts, and simmering hearty stews and soups Tight-fitting lid with self-basting rounded spikes evenly return juices and moisture back onto food Unique self-basting system is tested to be 9 times more effective than conventional lids Rainforest effect continuously showers juices, maintaining moistness of foods Staub self-basting cycle allows food to maintain full flavor, while preserving nutrients Superior even heat distribution and retention, so foods cook evenly and stay hotter longer Each piece is one of a kind - crafted from a sand-cast, single-use mold, high-fired at 1400 F, with 2-3 separate coats of enamel and finished by hand Black matte enameled interior with micro-quartz surface creates exceptional browning and easy release Performs better with use, seasoning naturally, without maintenance Durable enamel is scratch-resistant and will not discolor or rust PTFE- and PFOA-free Double handles ensure a steady, comfortable grip for lifting and transfer Easy-grip large nickel lid knob Beautiful oven-to-table presentation Crafted in Alsace, France, utilizing traditional casting methods and adhering to stringent standards of quality - Specifications Made in France Material: enameled cast iron, quartz, nickel knob Model: 1103718 Size: 11 1/2" Dia. (14"L w/handles) x 9"W x 4 1/4"H (6" w/lid & knob) Base: 9 1/2"L x 7"W Capacity: 8 1/2 quart Weight: 12 lbs, 4 oz. Limited lifetime manufacturer warranty Use and Care Before first use, wash with warm water and dishwashing liquid, then dry. Apply a small amount of cooking oil before using to enhance the properties of the special black enamel interior Dishwasher safe, but hand washing recommended Oven safe to 500 F/260 C and broiler safe Suitable for all stove tops including gas, electric, glass, halogen and induction