Le Creuset Signature Enameled Cast-Iron 6-3/4-Quart Round Wide French Oven (Marseille Blue)

LE CREUSET SIGNATURE ENAMELED CAST-IRON 6 3/4 -QUART ROUND WIDE FRENCH OVEN
Gorgeous, isn't it? Deeper than a saute pan, but shallower than a "Dutch" or French oven, I call this a Rondeau, in the French manner, and so does Williams-Sonoma. Le Creuset calls it a Round, Wide French Oven for the English-speaking trade. In France most folks would call this a Rondeau or a Low Cocotte. In the French restaurant trade is it also called a Rondeau, a Braising Pot, or a Low Stew Pan or Pot. The Signature model of this pot is describe by Le Creuset as:

* 45-percent larger handles that provide a sure grip, even with oven mitts

* The superior heat distribution and retention of le creuset enameled cast iron

* An advanced sand-colored interior enamel with even more resistance to wear

* A larger composite knob that withstands temperatures up to 500-degree F

* Colorful, long-lasting exterior enamel that resists chipping and cracking

Lower than the typical French round Cocotte or covered cooking pot (French...

Beautiful Pan.
The heavy cast iron gives even heat for slow roasting. A great french oven that should last a life time.

a must have
The quality is superb. It holds in the heat to provide even cooking. It made the best fall apart roast I have ever had. The uses are endless for this versatile pot; braising,baking.

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