French cuisine is regarded as the world's best, and Le Creuset® has been renowned for the highest quality enameled cast iron since 1925. Savor just how delicious food can be when prepared in these versatile and durable French ovens. enameled cast iron distributes heat slowly and evenly to tenderize meats and achieve full flavor potential of all ingredients lid locks in moisture for a self-basting effect oval shape is ideal for roasts, poultry, casseroles and veggies use in oven or on stove, including