Lodge 7.5 Quart Dutch Oven with Lid – Oven Safe up to 500°F – Caribbean Blue

Introducing the versatile 7.5 Quart enamel Dutch oven, perfect for cooking, marinating, refrigeration, and freezing. Made with color porcelain enamel on cast iron, this Dutch oven can be used on various cooktops, including gas, electric, ceramic, and induction, as well as in the oven. However, it is not recommended for use on outdoor grills or over open flames, and it cannot be used in microwaves.

Our Lodge Color Porcelain Enamel on Cast Iron cookware is cast from molten iron in individual sand molds, resulting in a superior product. The porcelain surface eliminates the need to season the cast iron, making it even more convenient to use. The cast iron vessel ensures excellent heat distribution and retention, ensuring even cooking throughout the entire pot, including the lid. This pot also seals in moisture with its tightly fitting lid, resulting in flavorful and succulent dishes. Furthermore, its excellent heat retention reduces energy consumption during cooking.

The two layers of very hard, glossy porcelain enamel on the Dutch oven are chip resistant and easy to clean, ensuring its durability and longevity. The stainless steel lid knob is oven safe up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit, making it safe for use in high-temperature settings. The black rim around the pot is matte porcelain, not exposed cast iron. The hygienic porcelain enamel is non-reactive with food, guaranteeing safe and healthy cooking.

While this Dutch oven is dishwasher safe, we recommend hand washing it with warm soapy water to preserve its original appearance. With its impeccable form and function, the Lodge Dutch Oven is your go-to kitchen essential. It not only enhances the aesthetic of your kitchen but also serves as a reliable and versatile cookware to prepare and serve memorable meals. From broiling and braising to baking and roasting, this Dutch oven can handle it all, with an oven-safe temperature of up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit.

So, what exactly is porcelain enamel on cast iron? It is a combination of glass and cast iron, achieved by bonding the glass to the cast iron at high temperatures. This process involves applying a layer of glass frit, a glass particulate, to the cast iron vessel and then baking it at temperatures between 1200 and 1400 degrees Fahrenheit. The glass frit melts and fuses to the cast iron, creating a strong bond. Consequently, porcelain enamel on cast iron becomes heat tolerant and impervious to water and other substances.

Cooking with and cleaning this Dutch oven is a breeze. The porcelain enameled interior features a smooth finish, minimizing sticking, promoting caramelization, and resisting staining. While it is dishwasher safe, we recommend hand washing it with warm soapy water and a nylon scrub brush to ensure it remains in top-notch condition.

Lodge is more than just a business; it is a family that has been in operation since 1896. The Lodge family still owns the company today and is committed to environmental responsibility and community development. Our products are made with non-toxic, PFOA, and PTFE free materials, ensuring safety and peace of mind for our customers.

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