Le CreusetCast Iron Signature Oval Casserole

A kitchen favourite for generations, the Signature Cast Iron Oval Casserole from Le Creuset is an iconic piece of cookware. Updated and available in an array of carefully chosen colours, it's endlessly versatile and ideal for anything from quick and easy meals to slow-cooked aromatic stews and baked bread served as a table centrepiece.

Key features:

• Versatile use in the oven, under the grill and on the hob, including induction
• Oval shape takes up less oven shelf space
• Lightest cast iron on the market
• Exceptional heat retention saves energy
• Tight-fitting domed lid helps retain moisture
• Easy-grip side handles and ergonomic lid knob
• Resists chipping, cracking and colour fading
• Handcrafted, unique piece
• Lifetime guarantee included
• Wide choice of vibrant and classic colours available

Versatile all-rounder
Perfect for one-pot recipes for busy lives, as well as casseroles cooked over time, this all-rounder makes fragrant pilaf dishes, stuffed and roasted vegetables, fish dishes and roast meats. The tight-fitting lid keeps the oven clean and is perfect when proving dough to create family-sized loaves. The easy-release interior suits baking. Use on the hob, including induction, in the oven, on an Aga and even under the grill.

Oval shape benefits
The oval casserole leaves room on the same oven shelf to cook Sunday roast trimmings in an extra dish. It's the perfect shape for cooking a spatchcock chicken or roast leg of lamb and there's plenty of space for turning when pre-browning. The elongated design gives rise to wonderful bread such as a tear-and-share loaf, baked with an excellent crust.

Retains heat and moisture
Made from robust cast iron, this casserole's weight is its strength. A solid performer, it distributes heat evenly and retains heat to save energy; it best operates on a low to medium setting. Transfer from oven to table and it will keep dishes warm for longer. The domed lid increases space and returns moisture to the pot to prevent dishes drying out. You need only a little oil for cooking thanks to the sand enamel interior that prevents sticking and burning. Adding a touch of water makes it ideal for steaming too.

Easy to carry and clean
The lightest cast iron on the market, this much-loved kitchen staple features large handles that are easy to grip with oven gloves. Stabilisers under the lid give a secure, no-slide fit while the lid's heat-resistant stainless steel knob is ergonomically shaped for the hand. Almost like non-stick, the toughened enamel interior is easy to wipe clean. It's also hygienic and won't absorb odours and flavours.

Built to last
Designed for longevity, this quality kitchen favourite makes a wonderful wedding gift, to be enjoyed for many memorable meals to come. Handcrafted by skilled artisans at the original Le Creuset foundry in France since 1925, each piece is made from its own sand mould, making it entirely unique. It resists chipping and cracking and retains its colour over time. All Le Creuset cast iron comes with a lifetime guarantee.

Colour your kitchen
The casserole is available in an extensive choice of colours and shades to suit your taste and your décor, including cool blue hues, warm reds, calming greens or ever-classic Volcanic.

Le Creuset Cast Iron Care

• Read the appropriate instructions that will come with your item. Remove all packaging and labels
• Wash the pan in hot, soapy water, then rinse and dry thoroughly
• Cooking on a medium or low heat gets the best results, even for frying and searing
• Let the product heat up gradually for great-tasting food that's cooked evenly. If you need to use a higher heat, lower the setting once the desired heat has been reached
• Le Creuset Silicone tools or wooden/heat-resistant plastic tools are recommended
• For best results, use an appropriately sized ring for even cooking and to reduce the risk of damage to the product
• Sand enamel surface is not ideal for dry cooking. Recommended oils to use are vegetable, rapeseed and sunflower oil
• Never drag your product across a glass surface. Always lift to move to prevent damage
• Oven and grill safe up to 260°C. Allow a minimum distance of 6.5cm when grilling
• Always use oven gloves when handling hot products
• Allow product to cool before cleaning. If washed too quickly, thermal shock may occur, resulting in cracking or loss of enamel
• Casserole base is dishwasher safe. Hand wash recommended. Lids with stainless steel and phenolic knobs are dishwasher-safe. Lids with gold finish, iridescent, copper finish and black nickel knobs should be hand-washed to maintain their finish
• Freezer compatible