More and more people come to appreciate the special taste of meals that have been cooked for a long time, but less and less people actually have time to spend half a day in the kitchen. The solution: Let your cookware do the work all by itself.

Take an estouffade d’agneau, for example. The braised lamb dish is a classic example of traditional French slow-cooking, best done in large quantities for family and friends.

With a cast iron Cocotte, all you have to do is prepare the ingredients and sear the meat, then place it in the oven for several hours. The special structure of the STAUB Aroma Rain lid even takes care of the basting for you. And when it is done, the bright yellow enamel coating looks great on the table as well!

Your food will be so delicious that your guests will want to keep eating. If there really are any leftovers, don’t worry: Some say it tastes even better the next day.

• 5.25L (5.5 QT) capacity for soups, stews, and braises. 1 quart = 1 serving size, so this is the ideal pot to prep dinner for 4 to 6 people
• Textured black matte enamel interior requires no seasoning and ensures exceptional browning, and heat retention and distribution
• Smooth enamel bottom works on all stovetops, including induction
• Oven safe to 260°C/500°F
• Transfers beautifully from oven to table
• Dishwasher safe, hand wash recommended
• Made in France