A traditional design from Le Creuset's archives, the cassadou was inspired by Provencal hunters and the stews they would prepare from the day's catch. Now updated for the modern kitchen, the enameled cast iron cassadou acts as a deep saute pan or small Dutch oven with a convenient handle, ideal for everything from frying to braising to simmering. Crafted from our legendary cast iron, the chef's oven has the same exceptional heat distribution and retention qualities to lock in flavor and keep dishes warm or cold at the table. The colorful enameled surface minimizes sticking and staining, requires no pre-seasoning, and is easy-to-clean.