Best in class: our products are crafted from the finest materials in facilities around the world, ensuring the quality you expect from Le Creuset. As noted, a Shallow Casserole is a versatile piece of cookware that can be used for a variety of recipes. All of our Shallow Casseroles are oven-safe, which means you can start a recipe on the stovetop and then pop it into the oven to finish cooking. With its elegant shape, the casserole is equally at home on the table for easy serving at mealtime. For fat-free cooking, preheat your product on medium heat for around 2 minutes. Then go ahead and add your food.

Never place your product on the floor of your oven – it can increase the cooking temperature, leading to faster, uncontrolled cooking which could cause damage.Great tasting food: the cast iron construction retains heat for even cooking and browning. Your delicious creations will also stay warmer at the table for longer. Not too hot: cook with a steady, low to medium heat to take care of your cast iron and enjoy delicious results.

Cooking ingredients with a low smoking point at higher temperatures can cause staining to the cooking surface. In addition to braising meats like short ribs and lamb shanks, try delicious, braised squash, fennel, and other vegetables. Pull out your braiser the next time you want to make chili, curry, or stew, and casseroles like mac and cheese, bread pudding, or baked stuffed shells.For induction hob cooking, avoid using the ‘boost’ function as it should only be used for rapid heating large volumes of water. Never slide the product on any glass-topped hob/stove top, as this may cause damage to the product base and the glass. Instead, always lift the product on and off, or across the surface. The wide base and large cooking surface are more similar to a skillet which makes it perfect for searing since meat or vegetables can be placed in a single layer without crowding. The greater surface area also helps reduce and evaporate liquid when braising or making sauces. Stay cool: our heat resistant knob (up to 260°C) is designed for a better grip, even when using oven gloves to lift the lid.

Strong to the core: its construction has been hard anodised to create efficient heat conduction and distribution for even cooking. Handles like a dream: thanks to our large handles, you can easily move from hob to oven to table, even when wearing oven gloves. We recommend using Le Creuset Silicone Tools or wooden/heat-resistant plastic tools. Metal utensils may be used with care but they should not be used harshly or scraped over the cooking surface as this may cause damage Lasts for longer: Our pans are abrasion-resistant, crafted to stay in your kitchen for years to come.

If you're using salt, don't pour it directly onto the stainless steel surface. To avoid damage, add it to hot cooking liquid or food. We are often asked “what is a Shallow Casserole and what can I cook in it?” As one of our most popular pieces of cookware, the Shallow Casserole is a traditional shape that is uniquely designed with a wide base and shallow sloped sides. It is like a cross between a Round Casserole and a skillet, and is a versatile piece to add to your Le Creuset collection.