Le Creuset Cast Iron Cocotte Every with inner Stoneware Lid 18 cm/2 l Rice Pot

Le Creuset, renowned for its colourful enamelled cast iron cookware, introduces Cocotte Every a new Cast Iron Rice Pot: A versatile new piece that can be used every day, by everyone, for nearly every type of dish.

This unique shape is designed to master the basics of Japanese rice cooking. Rice (gohan) is a dietary staple of Japan and perfectly prepared Japanese rice should be light, fluffy, and slightly sticky when cooked.

With its Cast Iron body, it has an additional stoneware lid inside which can be removed to be used as a standard casserole. Suitable for all hob tops as well for use in the oven, the compact 18cm size of the cast iron Cocotte Every means it won't take up much space when used alongside other cookware, yet still has a substantial depth to offer enough capacity for different purposes, whether cooking rice, making pot bread, or simmering a delicious broth.

The round-curved bottom, deep body, and dome-shaped lid have all been designed to create a triple effect in maximising heat convection, providing even cooking results; while the stoneware inner lid, a unique feature of the Cocotte Every, prevents boil-over when cooking rice or heating stews. The inner Stoneware lid has two air vents to let the steam escape while cooking to remove extra moisture which is important to the technique of cooking rice, while the Cast Iron retains even heat creating good steam circulation when cooking rice to ensure maximum flavor.

The interior of Cocotte Every is coated with Le Creuset’s specialist satin black enamel finish. Very durable and easy to clean, the satin black enamel interior has been especially designed to protect the pan (no seasoning is required) and for high surface heat use. It is not a non-stick surface but over time will behave like one as it develops a natural patina that is ideal for searing, browning and frying with the advantage of being extremely long-lasting and resistant to wear.

Perfect for all types of cooks – including beginners – the Cocotte Every can be used for:

• Preparing soups and stews
• Frying
• Grilling meats, thanks to the satin black interior
• Baking breads and cake

For achieving the best results use low or moderate heat. Make sure the bottom of your cookware is of the same diameter as that of the cooktop. This avoids loss of energy and handles getting hot. Preheat the cookware at low temperature for 2-3 minutes; thereafter add some liquid or oil. Use only wooden, plastic or heat resistant nylon kitchen utensils to avoid scratching of enamel. Use potholders to lift the cookware with metal handles. Put the hot cookware on heat-resistant base not on the worktop. When using the cast iron cookware on ceramic or halogen cooktop, never drag it on the cooktop but lift it. Cookware with plastic or metal parts may be put to the oven. Maximum temperature that plastic parts withstand is up to +200 degrees (gas mark 6). Cookware with wooden handle must not be put to the oven. Let the cookware cool down before washing, wash with warm water and rinse. In case more thorough washing is needed, soak it in warm water for 10-15 minutes, use nylon cloth, avoid using abrasive detergents and steel sponges. Dry the cookware immediately after washing. Do not leave it to dry or put it without drying into the cupboard.
Made in France.