Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven - 7.5 Quart, Caribbean Blue

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This 7.5 Quart enamel Dutch oven is a versatile kitchen essential, perfect for cooking, marinating, refrigeration, and freezing. The color porcelain enamel coating on the cast iron construction allows it to be used on a variety of cooktops, including gas, electric, ceramic, and induction, as well as in the oven. However, it is not recommended for use on outdoor grills or over open outdoor flames, and it should not be used in microwaves.

The Lodge Color Porcelain Enamel on Cast Iron cookware is cast from molten iron in individual sand molds, ensuring a durable and high-quality construction. The porcelain surface eliminates the need to season cast iron, providing a smooth and easy-to-clean cooking surface. The cast iron vessel's superior heat distribution and retention allow for even heating of the bottom, sidewalls, and even the lid, ensuring consistent cooking results. The tightly fitting lid helps to seal in moisture, further enhancing the cooking process.

The excellent heat retention of the Dutch oven reduces the amount of energy required for cooking, making it an efficient and eco-friendly choice. The two layers of very hard, glossy porcelain enamel are chip-resistant and easy to clean, even in the dishwasher. However, hand washing with warm soapy water is recommended to preserve the cookware's original appearance. The stainless steel lid knob is oven-safe up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit, and the black rim on the pot is a matte porcelain, not exposed cast iron.

The hygienic porcelain enamel is non-reactive with food, making it a safe and reliable choice for cooking. The Lodge Dutch Oven is a flawless pairing of form and function, perfect for preparing and serving memorable meals. Whether you're broiling, braising, baking, or roasting, this versatile Dutch oven can handle it all, up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit.

The porcelain enamel coating on the cast iron is the result of a unique process where a particulate of glass, called frit, is applied to the cast iron vessel and then baked at high temperatures between 1200 and 1400°F. This fusion of glass and cast iron creates a bond that is heat-tolerant and impervious to water and other consumables.

Cleaning the Dutch oven is a breeze, thanks to the smooth porcelain enamel interior that minimizes sticking and resists staining. Although it is dishwasher safe, hand washing with warm soapy water and a nylon scrub brush is recommended to keep the Dutch oven in top condition.

Lodge is a family-owned business that has been manufacturing high-quality cookware since 1896. With a focus on environmental responsibility and community development, the Lodge family is committed to producing products made with non-toxic, PFOA and PTFE-free materials.

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