Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven - Red

The 1.5 Quart enamel Dutch oven from Lodge is a versatile and efficient cooking tool, suitable for a wide range of culinary tasks, including cooking, marinating, refrigeration, and freezing. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this cookware boasts a color porcelain enamel finish on cast iron, making it compatible with gas, electric, ceramic, and induction cooktops, as well as oven use.

The enamel surface eliminates the need to season cast iron, and the cast iron vessel provides superior heat distribution and retention, ensuring even heating throughout the bottom and sidewalls, including the lid. The tightly fitting lid seals in moisture, enhancing the cooking process and reducing the amount of energy required.

The porcelain enamel surface is chip-resistant and easy to clean, with a smooth finish that minimizes sticking and promotes caramelization. While dishwasher safe, hand washing with warm soapy water and a nylon scrub brush is recommended to maintain the cookware's original appearance.

The stainless steel lid knob is oven-safe up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit, allowing for a seamless transition from stovetop to oven. The black rim on the pot is a matte porcelain finish, not exposed cast iron, ensuring a hygienic and non-reactive surface for cooking.

Porcelain enamel on cast iron is a unique and durable combination, created through a meticulous process. The cast iron vessel is crafted from molten iron poured into individual sand molds, and then the porcelain enamel is applied. The glass frit, or particulate of glass, is applied to the cast iron and then baked at temperatures between 1200 and 1400° F, melting and fusing the glass to the cast iron, creating a strong and impervious bond.

This enameled cast iron cookware is not recommended for use on outdoor grills or over open outdoor flames, nor is it suitable for use in microwaves. However, it excels in a wide range of cooking tasks, from broiling and braising to baking and roasting, making it a versatile and reliable addition to any kitchen.

The Lodge family has been the proud owner of this company since its inception in 1896, and their commitment to environmental responsibility and community development is evident in the quality and craftsmanship of their products. With a focus on using non-toxic, PFOA and PTFE-free materials, Lodge continues to uphold its legacy of producing exceptional cookware that serves both form and function in the kitchen.

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