Staub Cast Iron - Braisers/ Sauté Pans 12-inch, Braiser With Glass Lid, Black Matte

Hi great! The bottom diameter is 10.12” perfect for Pizza! We recommend brushing your Braiser with neutral oil or olive oil before placing your pizza dough for a crispy crust and to prevent sticking. Here is one of our Staub Pizza recipes: https://www.zwilling.com/us/magazine/inspiring-recipes/the-staub-cookbook/recipe-culinary-world-usa-the-staub-cookbook-broccoli-rabe-pizza.html For more tips, please see our Manual and Safety Instructions on the Braiser page. We hope this helps you to choose Staub for your cooking needs!

Hi, thank you for your question! Although the black enamel surface of our Staub Cast Iron products is highly durable, it is recommended to use silicone, wooden, or plastic utensils to preserve the finish and prevent potential scratching over time. We hope this information helps. Should you have any further questions, please feel free to contact our Consumer Support Center. Here is our link: https://www.zwilling.com/us/magazine/support-center.html Our dedicated consumer service representatives are available to assist you in any way possible.

Hi yes, the 3.5” Braiser is a great size Flat Breads or for smaller loaf Breads as well as for soups, stews, and braises. 1 quart = 1 serving size, so this is the ideal pot in which to prepare dinner for 2 to 4. If you wish, please visit our INSPIRING RECIPES Page on our website, here is the link: https://www.zwilling.com/us/inspiring-recipes/ In addition, please look out for our Staub Cookbook: https://www.zwilling.com/us/staub-the-staub-cookbook-99946-322/99946-322-0.html Please use the NOTIFY ME WHEN AVAILABLE option. We hope this helps you to choose Staub!

The main differences between the Staub Cast Iron 12-inch Braiser With Glass Lid in Blueberry and the Staub Braisers 12-inch Saute Pan With Glass Lid in Metallic Blue are their design and intended use: 1. Shape and Design: Braiser: Typically has sloped sides and a wider base, making it ideal for browning and then slow-cooking meats and vegetables in a small amount of liquid. The sloped sides help keep the liquid in and allow for even cooking. Saute Pan: Generally has straight, taller sides and a flat bottom, which is better for tasks like searing, sautéing, and frying. The straight sides help contain splatters and allow for more liquid to be added if needed. 2. Cooking Techniques: Braiser: Best for braising, which involves searing food at high heat and then cooking it slowly in liquid. It’s great for dishes like coq au vin or beef bourguignon. Saute Pan: More versatile for everyday cooking, including sautéing, frying, and even simmering sauces. 3. Lid: Both models come with a glass lid, which allows you to monitor the cooking process without lifting the lid and losing heat. 4. Color: The Braiser comes in a Blueberry color, while the Saute Pan is available in Metallic Blue. Both are made from high-quality cast iron, which ensures excellent heat retention and even cooking. The choice between the two depends on your cooking needs and preferences. If you often cook dishes that require slow cooking in liquid, the braiser might be more suitable. For more general cooking tasks, the sauté pan could be a better fit.

Textured black matte enamel interior requires no seasoning and ensures exceptional browning, and heat retention and distribution. Smooth enamel bottom works on all stove tops, including Induction. We suggest cleaning with baking soda and water or non-abrasive cleaner such as Bar Keepers Friend®, water and a soft brush or sponge. While we have no business affiliations with the Bar Keepers Friend company, we found that it works wonderfully on our enameled Cast Iron (please google their site for use & care instructions). Sometimes, a good scrub is necessary after cooking foods high in fat, tomato sauce or anything acidic.

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Height of product: 5.31 in Height without lid: 3.03 in

Bottom diameter: 10.12"