The Staub cocotte is unsurpassed for slow-cooking meats and vegetables to tender perfection, and for simmering hearty stews and soups. Cast iron possesses exceptional heat-retaining qualities, so the pot heats evenly throughout. The innovative lid features tiny spikes on the interior that continually release condensed liquid back onto the food, yielding moist, flavorful results. Staub's special matte black enamel interior and self-basting spiked lid guarantee perfect browning and braising for flavor-enhanced food. With their exquisite enamel finish, each piece transitions beautifully from the kitchen to the table. The cocotte originated in France where this casserole dish was designed to cook chicken dishes: in fact, the word "cocotte" itself is the French word for "little hen". Since then, however, the cocotte casserole dish has been used to make a wide variety of other dishes including soups, stews, and ragouts. Cast iron is an excellent heat retainer and distributor, characteristics enforced by Staub's special matte black enamel that helps preserve food's unique flavor. Since a cocotte retains heat well, meat and vegetables can be cooked gently, preserving both flavor and nutritional content. Its specially designed lid also releases condensation at regular intervals, keeping meat wonderfully succulent. With the Staub cocotte, you can treat yourself and your guests to beautifully tender meat and delicious-tasting vegetables at any time.

• 3.7 L (3.9 QT) cocotte capacity is the ideal pot to prep dinner for 3 to 5 people
• Heavy weight, tight-fitting lid retains moisture, spikes on the lid create a rain-forest effect evenly returning juices back onto food
• Oven safe up to 900°F/482°C without lid, Lids are oven safe up to 500°F/260°C  
• Nickel steel knob
• Smooth enamel bottom works on all stovetops, including gas, electric, glass, ceramic, induction, and halogen
• Unique, interior matte texture results in exceptional browning
• Dishwasher safe, hand wash recommended
• Suitable for all types of hobs, incl. induction, can also be used in the oven/grill
• Made in France