Established in 1974 in Alsace, France, Staub is one of the most renowned brands for enamelled cast iron. Unlike traditional cast iron, enamelled cast iron is dishwasher safe, resistant to rust and does not need to be seasoned like traditional cast iron. This 3.8L / 4-Qt round cocotte from Staub is heavyweight and built to last. Enamelled cast iron cocottes yield amazing results when slow-cooking and braising but also when making soups and stews. This cocotte comes with an extra-heavy lid to seal in moisture for tender, flavourful results. The lid features precisely placed bumps on the interior to continually self-baste and evenly redistribute evaporated juices onto your food for tender and flavourful results. Staub’s signature black matte enamel interior is easy to clean and does not require seasoning like traditional raw cast iron. Cast iron may be slow to heat up but retains heat for an extended period of time, diffuses it slowly and distributes it evenly. The high-quality enamel used in Staub offers improved resistance to thermal shocks and scratching.