Continuous self-basting within this cast-iron, 2.75-quart round Dutch oven ensures tender, juicy meats, stews and entrees, rich with nutrients and flavor. The unique self-basting system of the enameled cast-iron, Staub round cocotte with lid is the culinary advantage to flavorful, professionally-cooked entrees. Handcrafted in France, Staub enameled cast-iron cookware is preferred by internationally-famous chefs for its superb heat distribution and retention. This small cast-iron Dutch oven hides its secret under the lid: spikes collect condensation and release, creating a rain forest effect to continuously shower juices over food. The circulation of heat with juices ensures poultry is baked to succulent perfection, beef and pork roasts cook evenly and vegetables are prepared to delicious al dente texture. This self-basting cycle allows ingredient flavors to maintain full intensity, while preserving nutritional values. Staub signature black matte enamel interior is a superior cooking environment for nonstick braising and caramelizing, and easy release. The more you cook with this enameled cast-iron 2.75-quart round Dutch oven, the better it performs, seasoning naturally with use, without maintenance. The Staub round cocotte with lid is crafted to exacting standards in France. Iron is cast in a single-use mold, high-fired at 1,400 F, utilizing a process of 2-3 coats of enamel inside and out, ensuring an exceptional piece of cookware. The traditional method of producing Staub cookware is testimony to the beauty and enduring quality. Resistant to scratches. Will not chip, discolor or rust. Oven-safe to 500 F and broiler-safe, durable small Dutch oven is easy to use and clean. An exceptional presentation piece, Staub cookware transports easily from kitchen to table Staub cookware transports easily from kitchen to table. Tight-fitting lid and stainless-steel ovenproof knob. Dishwasher-safe. Made in France. Staub cookware is crafted in the Alsace region of France, an area renowned for hearty one-pot meals and fine-enameled ceramics. A benchmark for artisan quality and durability, Staub is the preferred cookware of choice, used in restaurants around the world. Product Features

• Spikes on the underside of the lid continuously self baste meats, entrees and stews, ensuring rich and tender juicy flavor
• Unique self-basting system is the culinary advantage to professionally-cooked meals
• Rain forest effect continuously showers juices, maintaining moistness of foods
• Circulation of juices and even heat distribution allow even roasting of poultry, beef tenderloin and pork
• Vegetables cook to delicious al dente texture
• Staub self-basting cycle also allows food to maintain full flavor, while preserving nutrients
• Black enamel interior is a superior cooking environment for nonstick braising and caramelizing
• Performs better with use, seasoning naturally, without maintenance
• Crafted to exacting standards, the iron is cast in a single-use mold, high-fired at 1,400 F, with 2-3 separate coats of enamel
• Durable enamel is scratch-resistant
• Will not chip, discolor or rust
• Suitable for all cooktops, including induction
• Crafted in Alsace, France, utilizing traditional casting methods and adhering to stringent standards of quality