<p>Designed with a deep base for enhanced simmering and slow-cooking, this Staub cast-iron pot delivers even heat retention for superior performance. Precisely placed bumps on the interior of the tight-fitting lid funnel evaporated juices down on ingredients for moist, tender results. Featuring tall straight sides, the versatile pot excels at making soup and stew, braising meat and vegetables, and cooking rice and grains. The ceramic-like enamel finish resists chips and cracks, and provides seamless oven-to-table presentation.</p> <ul> <li>Features deep base and tall straight sides.</li> <li>Solid cast iron transfers and retains heat evenly.</li> <li>Interior and exterior resist rust, chips and cracks.</li> <li>Matte black enamel interior does not require additional seasoning.</li> <li>Multicoat enameling creates ceramic-like finish that enables seamless oven-to-table presentation.</li> <li>Tight-fitting lid helps lock in heat and moisture.</li> <li>Dozens of precisely placed bumps on lid interior funnel evaporated juices down on ingredients for moist, tender results.</li> <li>Lid knob is made of brass or nickel (depending on pot color).</li> <li>Ideal for use on all cooktops, including induction.</li> <li>Oven and broiler safe to 500°F.</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>