The enameled cast iron signature saucepan is a kitchen staple perfect for making sauces, but also for side dishes, preparing grains, poaching, simmering, and reheating. The smoothly curved interior and rounded base are ideal for stirring and reducing sauces, while an extended helper handle and a contoured main handle provide added control for maneuvering from the kitchen to the table. Individually crafted by French artisans from the finest quality materials since 1925, le Creuset enameled cast iron cookware is beloved for its perfect design and exceptional heat retention that produces superior results from stove to oven to table. Designed for generations of durability, the easy-to-clean porcelain enamel requires no seasoning, minimizes sticking, and is dishwasher-safe.