The enameled cast iron Signature Saucepan is a kitchen staple perfect for making sauces, but also for side dishes, preparing grains, poaching, simmering and reheating. The smoothly curved interior and rounded base are ideal for stirring and reducing sauces, while an extended helper handle and a contoured main handle provide added control for manuevering from the kitchen to the table.Individually crafted by French artisans from the finest quality materials since 1925, Le Creuset enameled cast iron cookware is beloved for its perfected design and exceptional heat retention that produces superior results from stove to oven to table. Designed for generations of durability, the easy-to-clean porcelain enamel requires no seasoning, minimizes sticking and is dishwasher-safe.FeaturesEnameled cast iron delivers superior heat distribution and retentionReady to use, requires no seasoningEasy-to-clean and durable enamel resists dulling, staining, chipping and crackingLight colored smooth interior enamel allows easy monitoring of cooking progressTight-fitting lids are specially designed to circulate steam and return moisture back to the foodErgonomic knobs and handles are designed for easy liftingLightest weight cast iron by quart on the marketCompatible with all cooktops and oven-safe up to 500°F