Le Creuset Signature Shallow Casserole 30cm Cerise
Le Creuset Signature Cast Iron Shallow Casserole 30cm Cerise
A versatile cast iron shallow casserole built for browning, braising, baking and serving – all in one piece.
The Le Creuset Signature Shallow Casserole is one of the most versatile pieces in the Le Creuset cast iron range. Its wide, flat base and low sides give you plenty of cooking surface for browning meat, searing vegetables, building a paella, or baking bread. Once you add liquid and the lid, it transforms into a braiser that locks in moisture for tender, flavourful results. Move it straight from hob to oven to table – the Cerise finish looks as good serving dinner as it does cooking it.
Handcrafted at Le Creuset’s original foundry in Fresnoy-le-Grand, France, this 30cm shallow casserole serves four to six people and works on every heat source including induction. The cast iron body absorbs and distributes heat evenly at low to medium settings, saving energy while delivering consistently great results. A light-coloured interior enamel resists staining and makes it easy to monitor browning. Le Creuset cast iron is backed by a lifetime guarantee.
Features
- Wide Shallow Design – The large flat base and low sides maximise contact between food and heat, ideal for browning, searing, stir frying and baking in a single layer.
- Tight-Fitting Domed Lid – Built-in stabilisers keep the lid secure while the domed shape circulates steam, locking in moisture and building flavour.
- Heat Resistant Knob – The stainless steel knob is oven safe up to 260°C and shaped for a comfortable grip, even with oven gloves.
- Oversized Handles – Larger than standard, making it easy to lift and carry safely when wearing oven gloves.
- Light Interior Enamel – The advanced sand-coloured enamel interior resists staining and sticking, and cleans up quickly after use.
- Even Heat Distribution – Cast iron construction absorbs and holds heat steadily across the base for consistent browning and cooking with less energy.
- All Heat Sources – Suitable for gas, electric, ceramic, induction hobs, oven and grill.
- Lifetime Guarantee – Handcrafted in France since 1925, backed by Le Creuset’s lifetime guarantee.
Dimensions and Weight
- Diameter: 30cm
- Length (with handles): 402mm
- Width: 317mm
- Height (with lid): 135mm
- Height (without lid): 63mm
- Base Diameter: 235mm
- Weight: 5.56kg
- Capacity: 3.2L
- Serves: 4 – 6 people
Heat Sources
| Gas Hob | Yes |
| Electric Hob | Yes |
| Ceramic Glass Cooktop | Yes |
| Induction Hob | Yes |
| Oven | Yes – up to 260°C |
| Grill | Yes – minimum 65mm distance from element |
| Freezer | Yes – down to -23°C |
Use and Care
Before First Use
- Remove all packaging and labels.
- Wash in hot soapy water, rinse and dry thoroughly.
Cooking
- Always use oven gloves when handling.
- Use Le Creuset silicone tools, wooden or heat-resistant plastic utensils. Metal utensils may be used with care but should not be scraped harshly across the cooking surface.
- Use an appropriately sized hob ring for even cooking and to reduce the risk of damage to handles and sides. This is especially important on induction hobs.
- Cook on medium or low heat for best results – even for frying and searing. Let the casserole heat up gradually for even cooking.
- Never slide the casserole across a glass-topped hob. Always lift it on and off.
Cleaning
- Allow to cool before cleaning.
- Wipe the base and sides clean. For stuck-on food, soak in warm soapy water for 15 to 20 minutes before washing.
- Do not use abrasive cleaning agents, metal scouring pads or stiff brushes on any surface.
- Dry thoroughly after washing and store in a dry place.
- Casserole body with built-in cast iron and phenolic handles is dishwasher safe, though frequent dishwashing may dull the enamel finish.
- Lids with stainless steel and phenolic knobs are dishwasher safe. Lids with gold, iridescent, copper or black nickel knobs should be hand washed.
