This enameled cast iron saucepan delivers superior heat distribution and retention, ensuring that it's perfect for making sauces, poaching, simmering and more. What it does: The smoothly curved interior and rounded base make stirring and reducing sauces easy, while an extended helper handle and a contoured main handle provide added control for maneuvering from the kitchen to the table. Additional features: The light-colored smooth interior enamel allows easy monitoring of cooking progress, while the tight-fitting lid is specially designed to circulate steam and return moisture back to food. The stainless steel knob is safe at any oven temperature. Compatible heat sources: Ceramic, electric, gas, halogen, induction and oven; oven safe up to 500°F.Includes: Saucepan and lid. Sizing information: 5.2 lb.; holds 1.75 qt. Enameled cast iron Dishwasher safe Made in France