With the Le Creuset Round Dutch Oven 24cm Meringue, you can prepare stews for 4 people, thanks to the 4.2L capacity. The cast iron material evenly distributes the heat over the pan. This way, it's suitable for various kinds of stew. Cast iron is also very sustainable. Your pan will have a long lifespan if you maintain it properly. The lid keeps the moisture inside the pan. This way, your ingredients will cook slowly for an extra tender result. You can use the pan on all heat sources and in the oven up to 260 °C. It's safe to move the pan to your dining table with oven gloves, thanks to the large handles. After use, you can clean the pan by hand.