As beautiful and whimsical as it is functional, this Staub cocotte is unsurpassed for slow-cooking meat and vegetables, simmering hearty soups and stews, and baking fluffy breads. The tight-fitting, heavy-weight lid retains moisture as you cook, while the black enamel interior is crafted to ensure exceptional browning, heat retention, and heat distribution. This pumpkin-shaped French oven is made of cast iron, finished with Majolique enameling, which imbues the burnt orange color with brilliance and depth, and effortlessly transitions from the oven or stove to the table, letting you cook and serve in the same dish. This heirloom piece is truly a work of art and can be passed on from generation to generation. Oven safe up to 500°F and works on all stovetops. Hand wash recommended but dishwasher safe