<p>Staub's innovative enamel coating takes cast-iron cooking to the next level with improved performance, style and durability. The oval shape, cast-iron construction and heavy lid of this oven make it ideal for roasting a chicken to tender perfection.</p> <ul> <li>Heavyweight enameled cast iron transfers and retains heat evenly.</li> <li>Grenadine, Sapphire, Basil and Graphite colors feature a multicoat enameling, which creates a glossy, vibrantly colored "majolique" finish that resembles fine ceramics.</li> <li>Matte Black color selection features a low-gloss matte finish.</li> <li>Resistant to rust, chipping and cracking, the coating requires no additional seasoning like some other cast-iron pieces.</li> <li>Specially formulated black matte interior enamel of each piece contains traces of quartz, giving it additional heat retention and a rougher surface resulting in better browning.</li> <li>Lid knob on Matte Black 5 3/4-Qt. Oval Oven is brass; lid knobs for all other colorways are made of nickel-plated brass.</li> <li>Ideal for use on all cooktops, including induction.</li> <li>Dishwasher safe.</li> <li>Made in France.</li> <li>Commercial Grade: Thoughtfully designed and expertly engineered to meet rigorous standards and best practices from select commercial testing.</li> </ul>