The Le Creuset Signature Cast Iron Deep Round Dutch Oven is the perfect vessel for large roasts and braises as well as big batches of soup or stew. The smaller base heats faster and the tall-sides prevent splatter and allow for baking round loaves of bread topped with a deliciously crisp crust. The iconic Le Creuset Signature Cast Iron Round Dutch Oven is indispensable in the kitchens of home cooks and professional chefs alike. Expertly crafted from enameled cast iron, the everyday versatility of the Dutch oven makes it ideal for everything from slow-cooking and braising to roasting, baking, frying chicken, beef stew, no-knead bread, roast chicken, mashed potatoes, soups, stews and more. The light-colored smooth interior enamel allows easy monitoring of cooking progress. Individually crafted by French artisans from the finest quality materials since 1925, the Le Creuset Dutch oven is beloved for its perfected design and exceptional heat retention that locks in moisture and flavor to produce superior results from stove to oven to table. Designed for generations of durability, the easy-to-clean vibrant porcelain enamel requires no seasoning and minimizes sticking.