The enamel-on-steel construction of Le Creuset stockpots provides uniform heating for slow-simmering soups and spaghetti sauce or cooking pasta. The 8-quart size is ideal when you’re making soup or stew for a crowd; also useful for cooking pasta or rice, and for boiling whole potatoes or sweet potatoes for mashing. The mainstay of French chefs for nearly a century, Le Creuset cookware features bold and bright colors in a variety of shapes and sizes to suit any culinary need. Each cookware piece is skillfully finished by hand Imported. Dishwasher-safe, but hand washing is recommended. 8-quart capacity. 4 lbs. 9 3/4″ Dia. (12 1/2 with handles) x 7 1/2″H (9 1/2″ with lid)
Product Features
• Enamel on heavy-gauge carbon steel construction makes stockpot easy to lift and pour
• Stainless-steel rim on base and lid prevents chips and cracks
• Enameled glossy porcelain coating is impermeable to odors and stains
• Easy-clean enamel surfaces are scratch-resistant
• Foods will not react with the enameled finish
• Superior conduction of heat promotes faster cooking times
• Even distribution and retention of heat ensures cookware stays hot longer
• Heavy, tight-fitting lid seals in heat and flavors
• Sure-grip phenolic knob is ovenproof to 450 F
• Suited for all heat sources including electric, gas, ceramic, induction and halogen top
• Bright color choices coordinate with virtually any home décor