Le Creuset Signature Round Dutch Oven, 5.5 Qt.

The Le Creuset Signature Round Dutch Oven, 5.5 Qt. is the size we recommend most often. It holds a whole chicken, a pot of soup for a family of four with leftovers, or a loaf of no-knead bread, and it still fits comfortably on a standard burner.

Le Creuset casts each Dutch oven in a single piece and finishes it in layers of enamel, so it holds and spreads heat evenly from the base up the walls. The lid's built-in stabilizers keep it seated and recirculate steam, which keeps braises moist over long cooking. Oversized handles make it easier to lift a full pot with oven mitts on, and the pale interior lets you see the fond building so you can deglaze before anything scorches.

Available colors: Sea Salt, Artichaut, White, Oyster, Flame, Bleu Riviera, Marseille, Cerise, Nectar and Nuit. Choose your color from the options on this page; every color shares the same size, construction, and performance.

Specs & details:
- Capacity: 5.5 quarts (5 to 6 servings)
- Interior: 10.2" diameter x 4.4" deep
- Exterior: 13.9" L x 10.8" W x 6.8" H
- Lid: a tight-fitting enameled cast iron lid that recirculates steam
- Oven-safe: up to 500°F
- Care: Dishwasher-safe; hand washing recommended
- Material: enameled cast iron, cast in one piece
- Cooktops: gas, electric, ceramic, halogen, and induction
- Interior: light sand-colored enamel for easy monitoring
- Made in: France
- Warranty: Le Creuset limited lifetime warranty

Use it with: soups, stews, braises, whole chicken, chili, and no-knead bread for five to six servings

It is the everyday workhorse for most households. For two people, the 4.5 Qt. round is easier to lift; for holiday cooking, step up to the 7.25 Qt.

Because the enamel is fused to the cast iron, it needs no seasoning and will not react with acidic ingredients like tomatoes, wine, or citrus. Le Creuset cast iron is also the lightest per quart in the industry, which you will notice every time you lift a full pot.

Hand-selected by our Greenville team for cooks building a kitchen that works as hard as they do. Available for local pickup at our Buncombe Street shop.

Q: What size is the 5.5 Qt. Round Dutch Oven?
A: It holds 5.5 quarts, which serves about 5 to 6 people. The interior measures 10.2" diameter x 4.4" deep.

Q: Is it oven-safe?
A: Yes, it is oven-safe up to 500°F.

Q: Does it work on induction?
A: Yes. It works on gas, electric, ceramic, halogen, and induction cooktops.

Q: How do I clean it?
A: It is dishwasher-safe, but hand washing with warm, soapy water is recommended to keep the enamel looking its best.

Q: What colors are available?
A: This listing is offered in Sea Salt, Artichaut, White, Oyster, Flame, Bleu Riviera, Marseille, Cerise, Nectar and Nuit. Each color is the same pan; only the exterior enamel changes.

Q: Can I bake bread in it?
A: Yes. The 5.5 Qt. round is a popular size for no-knead bread. Preheat it in the oven, up to 500°F, then bake the loaf with the lid on.