6.5 quart capacity richly enameled cast iron self-basting oven to table cookware.  Superior heat retention and distribution; perfect for baking grilling or slow cooking Self-basting condensation ridges on the lid interior Stainless steel lid knob; compatible with gas electric an induction cooktops Oven safe to 450 degrees Farenheit.</br>Superior heat retention and distribution; perfect for baking grilling or slow cooking.</br>Self-basting condensation ridges on the lid interior.</br>Stainless steel lid knob; compatible with gas electric an induction cooktops.</br>Oven safe to 450 degrees Farenheit.</br></br>Product Description</br></br>Tramontina's cast-iron 6.5 Qt. Round Dutch Oven provides superior heat retention which produces tender and flavorful meats soups stews breads cobblers and many other dishes. SAFETY USE AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS Using Your Enameled Cast-Iron Cookware Before using your cookware for the first time hand-wash with warm soapy water and dry thoroughly. Although the enamel coating on your cookware does not require seasoning?? we recommend seasoning the vessel rim and lid rim where the cast iron is exposed. Season by lightly rubbing cooking oil onto surface. Heat cookware in oven for one hour at 350??F (176??C) and let cool. Cookware is ready to use. The cast-iron grill pan and skillets are coated with an interior matte black porcelain enamel; therefore?? it is only necessary to season the rim on these items. Avoid knocking utensils on the cookware rims or cutting food directly within the cookware?? as this may permanently damage the enamel surface. The enamel surfaces are not suitable for dry cooking. Add a liquid?? butter or