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This MegaChef casserole holds 5 quarts in a 10.25-inch round body, a handy size for chili, pot roast, or a pot of soup for four. The self-basting lid sends condensation back onto the food, the enameled cast iron spreads heat steadily on the stovetop and in an oven up to 450 F, and the smooth enamel handles acidic ingredients like tomatoes and wine. The blue gradient finish carries it from stove to table.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-basting lid:\u003c\/strong\u003e moisture gathers under the lid and drips back onto the food, so meat stays tender.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStovetop and oven:\u003c\/strong\u003e sear on the burner, then move the pot into an oven heated as high as 450 F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandles acidic food:\u003c\/strong\u003e the enamel coating protects the cast iron from tomato sauces, wine, and vinegar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReleases with less oil:\u003c\/strong\u003e the smooth enamel lets you cook with less fat than plain metal pots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEven, lasting heat:\u003c\/strong\u003e heavy cast iron keeps a steady simmer and holds warmth at the table.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless steel knob:\u003c\/strong\u003e the lid knob is stainless steel, and two cast iron handles give a firm grip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the box: one 5-quart round enameled cast iron casserole and its self-basting cast iron lid with a stainless steel knob.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBefore You Buy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt weighs 12 pounds with the lid.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plan to lift it with two hands and oven mitts, especially when it is full.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeep oven use at or below 450 F.\u003c\/strong\u003e Stay under 450 F and keep it out from under the broiler.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid sudden temperature changes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not add cold water to a hot pot or set it on a cold, wet counter, since a sharp change can crack the enamel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChili, beef stew, and soups for four\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePot roast and braised chicken thighs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaked pasta and bubbling casseroles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCooks moving up from thin stainless pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA colorful piece that serves at the table\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare \u0026amp; Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet the pot cool fully, then wash it by hand with warm soapy water to keep the enamel looking new.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse wood, silicone, or nylon utensils to protect the enamel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreheat on low to medium heat, since cast iron holds heat well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways lift with oven mitts, since both handles and the knob get hot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYour order is packed with care and tracked door to door. 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