Le Creuset’s Signature Sauteuse is the perfect size and shape for sauces, stews, side dishes, shallow frying, one pot meals and more. A cross between a deep sauté pan, fry pan and a Dutch Oven, the curved base and lower sides make it ideal for whisking sauces, tossing stir-fries, stirring creamy risottos, and serving bubbling casseroles from stove to oven to table. Crafted from our legendary enameled cast iron for exceptional heat distribution, the Signature Sauteuse has large loop handles for easy lifting and a tight-fitting lid to lock in flavor. Durable and easy to clean, the colorful enameled surface requires no pre-seasoning and minimizes sticking and staining.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 stainless steel knob and loop handles are designed for easy liftingLightest weight cast iron by quart on the marketCompatible with all cooktops and oven-safe up to 500°FSafe for dishwasher