Paderno World Cuisine Chasseur Enamel Cast-Iron 4 1/2 Qt. Oval Dutch Oven 12 1/4" x 9 5/8" x 4 1/2"D Red

Chasseur cookware is manufactured in France and is made ofsuperior quality enameled cast-iron material. It comes from the very heart ofthe gastronomic world. Enamel cast iron products have stood the test of time. Thefusion of enamel or melted glass powder with the cast-iron creates a strongseal that prevents corrosion. The cast-iron line is ideal for slow braising andsimmering due to its ability to retain and distribute heat evenly. Cast-ironcookware is very fuel-efficient because it retains heat well. When cooking youcan reduce the heat and even turn it off for a few minutes and it will continueto cook. Chasseur cookware is enameled twice. First there is ablack enamel which you can see on the rims or base. It seals all the edgesprotects against corrosion and is a primer for the color. The second layer addsdurability and color so that it keeps its appearance and is easy to clean. The primary use of the Dutch oven is to slowly braise orsimmer. The ability of the Dutch oven to evenl