Lodge 6 Quart Dutch Oven - Oven Safe up to 500° F - Dual Handles - Island Spice Red

This 6-Quart enamel Dutch oven is perfect for cooking, marinating, refrigeration, and freezing. The color porcelain enamel on cast iron can be used on gas, electric, ceramic, and induction cooktops, as well as in the oven. It is not recommended for use on outdoor grills or over open flames, and it should not be used in microwaves. The Lodge Color Porcelain Enamel on Cast Iron cookware is created by casting molten iron in individual sand molds. The porcelain surface eliminates the need to season the cast iron, and the vessel has excellent heat distribution and retention, ensuring even heating for the bottom, sidewalls, and lid. The tightly fitting lid seals in moisture, reducing the amount of energy required for cooking. The cookware features two layers of very hard, glossy porcelain enamel that is chip-resistant and easy to clean. The stainless steel lid knob is oven safe up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit, and the black rim on the pot is matte porcelain, not exposed cast iron. The hygienic porcelain enamel is non-reactive with food. While the Dutch oven is dishwasher safe, it is recommended to hand wash it with warm soapy water to preserve its original appearance. The Dutch oven is made in China and is a go-to choice for preparing and serving memorable meals. It is versatile and can be used for broiling, braising, baking, or roasting in the oven up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit. Porcelain enamel on cast iron is a glass that becomes bonded to the cast iron at high temperatures. Glass frit, a particulate of glass, is applied to the cast iron vessel and baked at temperatures between 1200 and 1400° F, resulting in a bonded coating. The porcelain enamel is heat tolerant and resistant to water and other consumables. The porcelain enameled interior of the Dutch oven has a smooth finish that minimizes sticking, promotes caramelization, and resists staining. To maintain the Dutch oven's condition, it is recommended to hand wash it with warm soapy water and a nylon scrub brush. The cast iron vessel's superior heat distribution and retention ensures even heating throughout both the bottom and sidewalls. The tightly fitting lid seals in moisture, making it ideal for pot roast, stews, or a large batch of beans. The heat retention of the Dutch oven also reduces the amount of energy needed for cooking. Lodge, the company behind this Dutch oven, is a family-owned business that was founded in 1896 and is still owned by the Lodge family today. They prioritize environmental responsibility and community development, producing products made with non-toxic, PFOA & PTFE free materials.

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