Baking, sauting, and frying delicious food is easy and fun with the Le Creuset 9 Classic Skillet (Flame). This enameled cast iron frying pan will become a staple in your daily life. It only gets better with age, too; over time a natural patina develops on the black enamel that is ideal for either searing or frying. This also means there is no need to season the cast iron. There is a large handle and a convenient helper handle on the opposite side to assist when carrying between the oven, stovetop, and table. The cast iron provides superior heat distribution and retention, assuring your food will cook evenly and efficiently. The elegant enamel coating in Flame orangeon the outside of the skillet is long-lasting and resists chipping and cracking. This skillet is compatible with ceramic, electric, gas, halogen, induction, outdoor grill, and oven heating sources. It really can do it all! For high-quality cast iron skillets, go with Le Creuset!