Self-basting spikes in lid ensure rich, moist flavorful entrees. The culinary advantage to gourmet cooking! This enameled cast-iron 34-qt. Staub Round Cocotte presents a unique self-basting system for flavorful, nutrient-rich, professionally-cooked entrees. Handcrafted in France, Staub black enameled cast-iron cookware is preferred by internationally-famous chefs for its superb heat distribution and retention. This small round Dutch oven hides its secret under the lid: spikes collect condensation and release, creating a rain forest effect to continuously shower juices over food. Staub's signature matte black enameled cast-iron cocotte interior is a superior cooking environment for nonstick braising and caramelizing, and easy release. The Staub round cocotte is cast in a single-use mold, high-fired at 1,400 F and adding 2-3 coats of enamel inside and out. Suitable for all cooktops, the small round Dutch oven with stainless-steel ovenproof knob resists scratches and will not chip, discolor or rust. Seasons naturally with use, without maintenance. Oven-safe to 500 F and broiler-safe. Dishwasher-safe. Lifetime warranty. Staub cookware is crafted in the Alsace region of France, an area renowned for hearty one-pot meals and fine-enameled ceramics. A benchmark for artisan quality and durability, Staub is the preferred cookware of choice, used in restaurants around the world.

• Spikes on the underside of the lid continuously self baste meats, entrees and stews, ensuring rich and tender juicy flavor -- the culinary advantage to professionally-cooked meals
• Rain forest effect continuously showers juices, maintaining moistness of foods
• Circulation of juices and even heat distribution allow even roasting of meats
• Vegetables cook to delicious al dente texture
• Staub self-basting cycle also allows food to maintain full flavor, while preserving nutrients
• Black enamel interior is a superior cooking environment for nonstick braising and caramelizing
• Performs better with use, seasoning naturally, without maintenance
• Crafted to exacting standards, the iron is cast in a single-use mold, high-fired at 1,400 F, with 2-3 separate coats of enamel
• Durable enamel is scratch-resistant
• Will not chip, discolor or rust
• Suitable for all cooktops, including induction
• Crafted in Alsace, France, utilizing traditional casting methods and adhering to stringent standards of quality