Product Description
Excelled in evenly distributing and efficiently retaining heat, this enameled cast-iron baking dish with its sleek, low profile makes a useful and versatile addition to any busy kitchen. The rectangular-shaped roaster measures 8 by 11-3/4 by 2-3/4 inches and can hold up to 2-1/2 quarts. Use it for a variety of home-cooked meals--from oven-roasted chicken breasts and homemade lasagna to casseroles or even a side of roasted new potatoes.
Like other pieces in Le Creuset's line of enameled cast iron, the cookware's exterior features a colorful, long-lasting enamel that resists chipping and cracking, while its durable, nonreactive sand-colored enamel interior offers a smooth surface for cooking and an optimal palette for food presentation. As cast iron is unexcelled for even heat distribution and superior heat retention, and enamel is impervious to acids and odors, the baking dish cooks food uniformly and gently without hot spots and can be used for marinating, cooking on the stovetop, or finishing in the oven. The cookware also provides integral side handles for a secure grip, and it can be safely used at any oven temperature, under the broiler, and on any stovetop, including induction. Best of all, it moves gracefully from the oven to the table for serving to the refrigerator or freezer for storing leftovers after a family dinner, party, or holiday meal. The rectangular roaster should be hand washed for best results and carries a lifetime limited warranty.
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This rectangular cast-iron baker from Le Creuset not only looks gorgeous at your table--it's also an unflagging workhorse in the kitchen. A cast-iron construction produces gentle, even heat for hot-spot-free cooking, while the double-coated, nonreactive porcelain enamel ensures easy release and cleanup. Chip- and nick-resistant, the coating doesn't absorb moisture, odors, or stains, and it has a lifetime guarantee. It also increases the baker's versatility. Whip up a batch of enchiladas, and you can freeze it, thaw it, bake it, and brown it all in the one pan. An underlip makes the handles grippable, while slightly curved sides facilitate serving. The dish's flame-colored glaze offsets its buff interior and features attractive gradations in hue. Like the rest of Le Creuset's enamel-coated products, this piece can even go through the dishwasher. --Emily Bedard
