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Cooking with Chausser enamel cast-iron cookware offers cooks the benefits of cast iron with added beauty and ease of cleanup. The enamel cast iron is offered in a variety of beautiful colors to accentuate any kitchen and is double-enameled for a long-lasting durable finish.

Chefs and cooks have long enjoyed using cast iron, but often the pans are not cared for correctly resulting in problems with sticking. Another negative associated with plain cast iron is the caution regarding cooking tomato based ingredients without the flavor being affected. This is where Chausser’s enamel covered cast iron cookware proves itself. The durable interior enamel finish never needs seasoning.  It also protects the food from interacting with the iron so that tomato based foods and other acidic meals may be prepared with no fear!

The benefits of enamel cast iron include:

• No affect on flavor
• No seasoning required
• Goes from stove top to oven to table
• Extremely durable
• Lasts for decades

The enamel used by Chausser on their cast iron cookware is created using a double process. The inner layer protects from corrosion and seals the edges. The outside layer of enamel adds protection and color. Amazingly Chausser cookware is even dishwasher safe!!

Chausser offers a wide variety of cookware. Dutch ovens, casseroles, baking dishes, and Rondeau pans are all available to name a few. The sizes vary and suit a wide array of differing needs.

While enameled cast iron does not require the same seasoning as tratitioinal bare cast iron, it should be treated according to the information included with the product. The Chausser enameled finish is extremely durable, however some care must be exercised to avoid chipping the enamel. It is slightly less durable than unfinished cast iron, but generally no one will be hitting it with a hammer either!

The benefit associated with traditional cast iron extends to enameled cast iron in that heat is evenly distributes throughout the pan and it retains heat.  This allows the cook to use a lower temperature for cooking which increases tenderness and flavor and save energy. Items such as soups are ideally prepared in Chausser Enamel Cast-Iron Cookware.

Even though enamel cast iron is quite durable it is recommended that metal utensils not be used with this type of cookware as it may scratch or discolor the surface. Wood and silicone utensils are ideal. This extends to cleaning as well; do not use metal scrubbers with enameled cast iron.

Created in France using only the highest quality products and processes, Chausser Enamel Cast-Iron Cookware is 100 percent safe to use. It may be used with most any stove top including induction and ovens but should not be used in the microwave. The pans should be lifted onto the stove tops rather than drug. Also a hot pad or wooden board should be placed under it when setting the pan onto a table or countertop as the retained heat could damage wood or other heat sensitive surfaces.

Enamel cast-iron cookware may go from the stovetop to oven to dining room table due to its versatility, function and beauty!
William Sullivan is a personal chef and recommends stainless steel cookware or cast iron cookware.