{"product_id":"le-creuset-braeter-signature-24cm-meringue","title":"Signature Roaster - 24cm Meringue","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSignature Round Casserole 24 cm Meringue. The classic in cream.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Signature Round Casserole 24 cm in Meringue\u003c\/strong\u003e is Le Creuset's classic round cast iron pot with a volume of around 4.2 liters, light enamel on the inside, suitable for all hob types including induction. Not lightweight, not microwave-safe, not a pot for quick high heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Signature Round Casserole 24 cm in Meringue\u003c\/strong\u003e measures 24 centimeters in diameter and holds around 4.2 liters — the medium size for a small household. It features Meringue-colored enamel on the outside, a light glaze on the inside, and a heat-resistant knob on the lid. From searing to simmering to serving, everything stays in this one pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCast Iron Works with Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCast iron absorbs heat slowly, distributes it evenly from the base to the walls, and retains it there. This is precisely the difference to lightweight cookware: once heated, the casserole continues to cook with low to medium heat — it doesn't need more, and you shouldn't give it more, as gentle heat preserves the material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis saves energy and changes the way you cook. A braised dish cooks evenly on a low flame, nothing burns on a hot spot. And when the casserole comes to the table, its contents stay hot for a long time — the pot is also the serving dish. It works on all hob types from gas to ceramic to induction, can go in the oven, and even the freezer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSearing also works well with the enamel: sear meat over medium heat, deglaze the fond with wine or stock, put on the lid — the rest is patience. Because the pot maintains heat so evenly, it forgives long cooking times without anything sticking to the bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Enamel and its Rules\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe interior of the casserole features Le Creuset's light enamel. Its smooth surface is easy to clean and shows how far along the fond is when searing — something you wouldn't see on a dark surface. The lid seals tightly and keeps moisture in the pot; its knob is heat-resistant up to 250 °C, but it gets hot in the oven and should be handled with an oven mitt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere are two things to know. Cast iron is not suitable for the microwave — metal does not belong in it. And anyone expecting feather-light cookware will not be happy with a cast iron casserole: the weight is part of its function, as mass is a heat reservoir. While the casserole is dishwasher safe, handwashing is still recommended — it preserves the patina that forms over the years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf something does bake on, warm water soaked with a little dish soap helps — scouring pads and steel wool have no place on enamel. Maintained this way, the surface will endure decades of daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCast from a Single Mold Since 1925\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1925, foundry technician Armand Desaegher and enamel specialist Octave Aubecq teamed up to produce cast iron casseroles with colored enamel — the birth of Le Creuset. The round cocotte was one of the first products and remains the heart of the brand today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery casserole is still manufactured using the sand casting process, where each mold is used only once — no two pots are identical down to the gram. This is followed by several layers of enamel, which give the cast iron its color and the interior its smooth surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLe Creuset offers a 30-year warranty on its casseroles. This is not a marketing number, but a statement about its lifespan: a Signature casserole is more likely to be inherited than replaced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMeringue: Quiet Instead of Loud\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMeringue is the light cream-white of the series — named after the meringue, as understated as an open country kitchen. Where cherry red stands out, Meringue blends in. In the everyday 24 cm size, this creates a casserole that feels natural in bright kitchens and exudes calm on a set table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSome pots are bought for a recipe. This one is bought for the next thirty years.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Le Creuset","offers":[{"title":"1 piece","offer_id":56363672043846,"sku":"074LEC133","price":355.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/4960\/1350\/files\/le-creuset-braeter-signature-24cm-meringue_3a3bad47-35d5-4843-8da9-0fc43719cd1a.jpg?v=1776143599","url":"https:\/\/ginusslande.com\/en\/products\/le-creuset-braeter-signature-24cm-meringue","provider":"genussland","version":"1.0","type":"link"}