Features:

• Made of Burgundy clay, can be used directly on a gas flame, an electric or halogen hob without a diffuser and without any fear of cracking or breaking
• Oven, broiler, microwave safe, it can go directly from a freezer or a refrigerator to a hot oven to the table, where it will retain the cooking heat for a very long time
• Raised dots on the underneath side of each lid evenly distribute evaporated juices directly back into the cooking food produces a more thoroughly cooked, tender and moist dish
• 30 percent lighter than many types of comparable metal cookware products, Flame-Top is dishwasher-safe and cleans up very easily
• Can be left on an open flame, at high temperatures without any ingredients in the pot and the pot will not crack or break

Editor Reviews:

Product Description:
An innovation in ceramics technology, Emile Henry's 6.3-qt. Flame Top Oval Casserole works directly on a gas flame or an electric or halogen hob without a diffuser and without fear of cracking or breaking. Extremely durable and versatile, it can also be used in the broiler or oven and transported directly to the table, refrigerator, or freezer. Much lighter than many comparable metal cookware products, it cleans up easily and is both microwave- and dishwasher-safe. Plus, cooking in ceramic is still the best way to preserve the flavors and nuritional qualities in food, as well as develop the aromas. The convenient lid features small bumps on its underside that favor the condensation process and return important vapors back into the food.

Rating : - Versatile must for your kitchen
Although I own a lot of Emile Henry bakeware, I was hesitant to purchase this huge oval piece, wondering if I would ever use it and blanching at the price. However, next to the smallest flametop casserole, I use this piece more than any other I have. It is dishwasher safe, and spraying with a little cooking oil spray before using means I don't have to deal with the heavy item in the sink. It cooks evenly and well. It is the perfect size to cook large batches of "everything cereal" (like a granola, but better) in and provides more even, golden results than my old enamel roaster. It handles a turkey with aplomb and is wonderful for a combination dinner, since you can put in a small steamer basket for vegetables to keep everything from getting too mushy in meat juice. If you have one good wedding gift to give, something the person would not usually pick, this is the item. I highly recommend this addition to your kitchen.