Steam builds the crust
Dough releases moisture as it bakes. The tall lid holds that steam around the loaf so it can rise fully before the crust sets, then you uncover it to finish a deep, crackling, golden shell.
MegaChef Enameled Cast Iron Bread Pot with Silicone Baking Mat, 6 Qt Round Dutch Oven, Oven Safe to 500 F, Blue
A 6-quart enameled cast iron bread pot with a tall lid and a guide-printed baking mat for bakery-style loaves at home.
$54.99$71.99CurbGo Savings: Save $17
- 6-quart capacity
- Oven safe to 500 F
- Baking mat included
- Stainless steel knob
- Blue enameled finish
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- Risk-free 30-day returnsUnused, in the original packaging
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- MegaChef warrants the bread pot free of defects in material and workmanship for 90 days from purchase for the original buyer, and replaces a defective item. Normal wear, misuse, and alteration are not covered.View Megachef's warranty ↗ Hover for the manufacturer's policy
Crackling crusts and an open, airy crumb from your own home oven
At a Glance
- 6 quarts: room for a large round boule or a family pot of stew
- Oven safe to 500 F: the high heat that crusty bread needs
- Tall lid: traps steam around the dough while it bakes
- Silicone baking mat: printed with loaf diameter guides for shaping
- Blue enamel finish: needs no seasoning and looks good on the table
Great bread needs steady heat and trapped steam, and a sheet pan gives you neither. This MegaChef enameled cast iron bread pot holds 6 quarts and closes with a tall lid topped by a stainless steel knob, so steam stays around the dough while the crust sets. Heavy cast iron spreads heat evenly, the pot is oven safe to 500 F, and the included silicone baking mat is printed with bread diameter measurements to guide each loaf. Bake on weekends, braise on weeknights.
Key Features
- Tall, steam-holding lid: the high-ceiling lid leaves room for the loaf to rise and keeps moisture in for a glossy, crackly crust.
- Even cast iron heat: the heavy body soaks up oven heat and radiates it into the dough from every side.
- Rated to 500 F: hot enough for no-knead, sourdough, and other high-heat artisan recipes.
- Silicone baking mat with guides: printed diameter measurements help you shape loaves that fit the pot.
- Stainless knob and silicone lid grip: the steel knob handles oven heat, and the silicone grip gives you a surer hold when lifting the lid.
- Beyond bread: the same pot roasts meats and simmers stews.
What's Included
In the box: one 6-quart round enameled cast iron bread pot with its lid and stainless steel knob, a silicone lid grip, and an oven-safe silicone baking mat with bread diameter measurements.
Before You Buy
- It weighs 11.15 pounds empty. That mass is what bakes a great crust, but plan on lifting it with two hands and dry oven mitts, especially when it is hot.
- Hand wash only. Keep the pot and lid out of the dishwasher to protect the enamel finish.
- Keep it at or below 500 F. The pot is rated to 500 F, and every part, including the handles and knob, gets oven hot.
Perfect For
- Sourdough and no-knead boules
- Crusty rustic loaves for weekend baking
- Pot roast, braises, and hearty stews
- A gift for a new home baker
- Upgrading from baking bread on a sheet pan
Care & Use
- Let the pot cool completely, then hand wash the pot and lid with warm soapy water and dry them fully.
- Skip the dishwasher and abrasive scouring pads to protect the enamel.
- Use dry oven mitts on the handles, lid, and knob, since every part heats through in the oven.
- Avoid sudden temperature changes, such as cold water in a hot pot, which can crack enamel.
Shipping
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What a covered pot does for your bread
Heat from every side
A thin pan only heats from below. Thick enameled cast iron stores heat in the walls, base, and lid, so the loaf bakes evenly through the middle instead of burning on the bottom.
Shaping made repeatable
The silicone baking mat is printed with bread diameter measurements. Shape the dough to the guide on the oven-safe mat, and each round comes out a consistent size that fits the pot.
The bread pot in numbers
Built for high-heat baking.
6 qt
Room for a big round loaf
500 F
Maximum oven temperature
11.15 lb
Heavy cast iron construction
How does a cast iron bread pot compare?
vs. a sheet pan
Steam escapes on an open pan, so the crust sets early and the loaf spreads. The lidded pot keeps steam in for a taller rise.
vs. a bare cast iron Dutch oven
Bare iron needs seasoning and can rust. The enamel finish skips both and cleans up by hand.
vs. a loaf pan
A loaf pan makes sandwich bread. The round, covered pot bakes free-form boules with a thick, crackling crust.
Fits your oven and shelf
Overall size of the pot with its lid.
- Overall
- 13.6 in L x 10.25 in W x 6 in H
- Capacity
- 6 qt
- Weight
- 11.15 lb
- Check the gap between your oven racks: the pot stands 6 inches tall with the lid on, plus room for your mitt to lift it.
- Store it on a low shelf, since it weighs 11.15 pounds empty.
Full Specifications
Every detail, measured and listed
| Capacity | 6 qt |
|---|---|
| Shape | Round |
| Material | Enameled cast iron |
| Lid | High-ceiling lid with stainless steel knob |
| Accessories | Silicone lid grip, silicone baking mat with bread diameter measurements |
| Oven safe | Up to 500 F |
| Care | Hand wash only |
| Color | Blue |
| Dimensions | 13.6 in L x 10.25 in W x 6 in H |
| Weight | 11.15 lb |
| MPN | MC-CIBP100-B |
FAQs
Common questions that customers ask
Do I need a Dutch oven to bake artisan bread?
A covered heavy pot makes it far easier. It traps steam for a taller rise and a crisp crust, which an open pan cannot do.
How hot can the bread pot go?
It is oven safe up to 500 F, high enough for sourdough and no-knead recipes.
Is it dishwasher safe?
No. Hand wash the pot and lid with warm soapy water after they cool, then dry them fully.
What is the baking mat for?
The oven-safe silicone mat is printed with bread diameter measurements, so you can shape each loaf to a consistent size.
How fast will it ship and can I return it?
Orders ship to the 48 contiguous states and process within 2 business days. If it is not right, you have 30 days from delivery to return unused items in the original packaging.
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CurbGo hunts for the well-made version of everyday things and skips the markup. MegaChef designs cast iron and kitchen essentials in Santa Clarita, California, and this bread pot packs the pieces a home baker actually needs, from a tall steam-holding lid to a guide-printed baking mat, in a bold blue that looks right on the table.
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