{"product_id":"le-creuset-essential-ceramic-saute-pan-4-25-qt","title":"Le Creuset Essential Nonstick Ceramic Saute Pan with Glass Lid, 4.25 Qt.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis is the sauté pan for cooks who want nonstick convenience without synthetic coatings - the Essential Nonstick Ceramic Saute Pan uses a ceramic-based surface that's free of PTFE and PFOA.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wide 4.25-quart capacity handles a full dinner's worth of sauteed vegetables or a batch of pan-seared chicken, and the aluminum core spreads heat evenly so you're not fighting hot spots in the center.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHere's what makes it work day to day: food releases without excess oil; the glass lid lets you monitor a simmer at a glance; ceramic coatings resist staining and odor absorption better than some synthetic nonstick surfaces.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpecs \u0026amp; details:\u003cbr\u003e- Capacity: 4.25 qt. (26 cm)\u003cbr\u003e- Ceramic-based nonstick coating, PTFE- and PFOA-free\u003cbr\u003e- Aluminum core for fast, even heating\u003cbr\u003e- Glass lid with stainless steel knob\u003cbr\u003e- Oven-safe to 350 degrees F\u003cbr\u003e- Dishwasher-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse it with: a silicone spatula (ceramic coatings are gentler than PRO nonstick and prefer non-metal tools), and a lid for simmering sauces\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's a good fit for cooks who specifically want to avoid PTFE-based coatings. If you want metal-utensil durability instead, the Toughened Nonstick PRO line handles that better.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCeramic nonstick coatings are typically made from a silica-based sol-gel finish rather than a fluoropolymer, which is why brands market them as a PTFE-free alternative.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe check every piece against the manufacturer's current line before it goes on our shelves, so the size and finish you order is the size and finish you get.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHand-selected by our Greenville team for cooks who want nonstick performance without synthetic coatings. Available for local pickup at our Buncombe Street shop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eQ: Is this coating really PTFE-free?\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. Le Creuset's Essential Nonstick Ceramic line uses a ceramic-based sol-gel coating instead of a PTFE fluoropolymer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQ: Can I use metal utensils?\u003cbr\u003eA: We recommend silicone, wood, or nylon tools. Ceramic coatings are generally more delicate than PRO-grade synthetic nonstick and can scratch with metal utensils over time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQ: What's the oven-safe temperature?\u003cbr\u003eA: 350 degrees F for the pan and lid together. For higher-heat oven finishing, use the pan uncovered or move to a metal-lidded piece.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQ: How do I keep the ceramic coating performing well?\u003cbr\u003eA: Use low to medium heat, avoid cooking sprays with propellants (they can build up residue), and hand wash when possible even though it's dishwasher-rated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LE CREUSET OF AMERICA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51339429183713,"sku":"51317026001001","price":142.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0618\/6660\/6817\/files\/le-creuset-essential-ceramic-saute-pan-4-25-qt-01.webp?v=1793935481","url":"https:\/\/www.thecooksstation.com\/products\/le-creuset-essential-ceramic-saute-pan-4-25-qt","provider":"The Cook's Station","version":"1.0","type":"link"}