{"product_id":"le-creuset-5-5-quart-round-dutch-oven","title":"Le Creuset 5.5-Quart Round Dutch Oven","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommercial Grade Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven Engineered for Braising, Roasting, Simmering, and Baking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLe Creuset Signature 5.5 Quart Round Dutch Oven\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for dependable heat retention and even cooking across a wide range of professional and everyday culinary applications. Its enameled cast iron construction supports controlled braising, slow simmering, roasting, baking, and one pot meal preparation while moving seamlessly from stovetop to oven and serving table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications and Engineering Data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\t\u003cthead\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eSpecification Metric\u003c\/th\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eCommercial Field Tested Data\u003c\/th\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\t\u003ctbody\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Brand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eLe Creuset\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel and Series Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eSignature Round Dutch Oven LS2501 26716SS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial Composition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eEnameled Cast Iron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eMeringue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eRound\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e5.5 Quarts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e13.9 × 13.9 × 10.79 Inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth and Body Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e13.9 Inch Width × 6.77 Inch Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e5.14 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLid Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eCast Iron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Oven Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e500°F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOven Safe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDishwasher Safe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Components\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eDutch Oven and Lid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eBraising, Roasting, Simmering, Baking, Soups, Stews, and One Pot Cooking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCore Operational Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuperior Heat Retention:\u003c\/strong\u003e The cast iron body absorbs and holds heat effectively, supporting stable cooking temperatures during long braises, slow simmering, roasting, and oven baking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEven Cooking Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e The heavy construction distributes heat consistently across the cooking surface, helping reduce temperature fluctuations and supporting uniform results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDurable Enamel Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The enameled interior and exterior provide a smooth cooking surface that does not require traditional cast iron seasoning and helps simplify routine cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTight Fitting Cast Iron Lid:\u003c\/strong\u003e The included lid helps retain moisture and circulating heat, making the Dutch oven ideal for tender meats, slow cooked vegetables, soups, stews, and artisan bread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStovetop to Oven Versatility:\u003c\/strong\u003e The oven safe construction supports multiple cooking techniques in one vessel, reducing unnecessary transfers between cookware during preparation and service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenerous 5.5 Quart Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e The versatile size is suitable for family meals, batch cooking, roasting, baking, and preparing substantial portions without becoming excessively difficult to handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProfessional Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for braised meats, stews, soups, sauces, slow cooked vegetables, roasted poultry, risotto, pasta dishes, casseroles, and artisan bread. Its strong heat retention also makes it suitable for serving dishes that need to remain warm at the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Professionals Choose It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChefs and serious cooks value the Le Creuset Signature Dutch Oven for its reliable heat control, versatile cooking performance, and durable enameled cast iron construction. Its balanced 5.5 quart capacity supports both routine cooking and more demanding recipes while offering a refined presentation for oven to table service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAllow the Dutch oven to cool before washing. Clean with warm water, mild detergent, and a soft sponge, or place it in the dishwasher when preferred. Avoid sudden temperature changes, metal utensils, and aggressive abrasive cleaners that may damage the enamel. Dry thoroughly before storage and protect the rim and interior from heavy impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Culinary Supplies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46543692431557,"sku":"8e69a426-097f-4718-9daa-135125d07844","price":419.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0791\/5293\/9205\/files\/efa1243637b78cc06c7bb504941eb9ae.jpg?v=1784194135","url":"https:\/\/culinarysupplies.com\/products\/le-creuset-5-5-quart-round-dutch-oven","provider":"Culinary Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}