Le Creuset 6.75-quart Round Wide Oven for Home Chefs - Enameled Cast Iron (Sea Salt)

The Le Creuset Dutch Oven, renowned for its enameled cast iron construction, is a fundamental tool in both professional kitchens and home cooking spaces. This particular round wide version features an expansive cooking surface, making it perfect for browning ingredients on the stovetop prior to simmering or braising. The Dutch oven showcases exceptional versatility, expertly designed for a variety of cooking methods, ranging from slow-cooking and braising to roasting, baking, and frying.

Since 1925, this Dutch oven has been meticulously crafted by skilled French artisans using only the highest quality materials. Its design has been perfected over the years, with a special emphasis on heat retention, which not only locks in moisture but also optimizes flavors. This ensures outstanding results whether the dish is prepared on the stove, in the oven, or served at the table. Made for durability across generations, the vibrant porcelain enamel is easy to clean, never requires seasoning, and minimizes sticking, making it dishwasher safe.

The Signature Round Wide Dutch Oven provides ample space for browning meats and vegetables before transitioning to simmering or braising, thanks to its wide cooking surface. The enameled cast iron offers exceptional heat distribution and retention, while the robust enamel finish resists dulling, staining, chipping, and cracking. It is ready to use straight out of the box, requiring no seasoning beforehand, making it an excellent choice for preparing delicious ribs, seafood dishes, stews, soups, one-pot meals, and casseroles, ideally serving 6 to 7 portions.

Inside, the advanced sand-colored enamel surface is not only durable but also facilitates easier monitoring of cooking progress, preventing any risk of burning or sticking. It is designed to be safe for use with metal utensils.

Additionally, the tightly fitted lid serves a critical function in steam circulation, ensuring that moisture is returned to the food for enhanced flavor and texture. The lid is elegantly topped with a Signature copper knob that is safe to use in the oven, regardless of the temperature.

The handles of the Dutch oven have been thoughtfully enhanced to be 45% larger, which allows for even weight distribution and ensures a better grip when using oven mitts. With a 12-inch diameter and 4-inch deep cooking surface, the overall dimensions measure 15.75 inches in length including the handles, and 6.5 inches in height with the lid and copper knob in place. The Dutch oven has a generous capacity of 6-3/4 quarts and weighs 15 pounds when including the lid.

Proudly made in France, each piece comes with a lifetime warranty. While it is dishwasher safe, hand washing is recommended to maintain its quality. Notably, it is compatible with all cooktops, including induction, and can withstand oven temperatures up to 500 degrees F. The Le Creuset Dutch Oven remains a beloved essential in culinary endeavors, providing chefs and home cooks alike with unmatched performance and enduring style.

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