Signature Roaster - 24cm Cerise

Signature Roaster 24 cm in Cerise. The original color in an everyday size.

The Signature Roaster 24 cm in Cerise is Le Creuset's classic round cast iron pot with a capacity of approximately 4.2 liters, light-colored enamel interior, and suitable for all hob types, including induction. Not lightweight, not microwave-safe, not a pot for quick, high heat.

The Signature Roaster 24 cm in Cerise measures 24 centimeters in diameter and holds approximately 4.2 liters — the medium size for a small household. It features a cerise enamel exterior, a light-colored glaze interior, and a heat-resistant knob on the lid. From searing to simmering to serving, everything stays in this one pot.

Cast Iron Works with Time

Cast iron absorbs heat slowly, distributes it evenly from the base to the walls, and retains it there. This is precisely what differentiates it from lightweight cookware: once heated, the roaster continues to cook with low to medium heat — it doesn't need more, and more shouldn't be given to it, as gentle heat preserves the material.

This saves energy and changes the way you cook. A braised dish cooks evenly on a low flame, nothing burns at a hot spot. And when the roaster comes to the table, its contents stay hot for a long time — the pot also serves as the serving dish. It works on all hob types, from gas to ceramic to induction, can go in the oven, and even in the freezer.

Searing also works well in the enamel: sear meat over medium heat, deglaze the fond with wine or stock, put the lid on — the rest is patience. Because the pot retains heat so evenly, it forgives long cooking times without anything sticking to the bottom.

The Enamel and its Rules

The roaster features Le Creuset's light-colored enamel interior. Its smooth surface is easy to clean and shows how far the fond has developed during searing — something not visible on a dark surface. The lid seals tightly, keeping moisture in the pot; its knob is heat-resistant up to 250 °C but gets hot in the oven and should be handled with a mitt.

Two things to know. Cast iron is not suitable for microwaves — metal should not be put in there. And those expecting featherlight cookware will not be happy with a cast iron roaster: the weight is part of its function, as the mass is the heat reservoir. Although the roaster is dishwasher safe, handwashing is recommended — it preserves the patina that develops over the years.

If something does bake on, warm water soaked with a little dish soap will help — abrasive cleaners and steel wool have no place on enamel. Maintained this way, the surface will withstand decades of daily use.

Cast from a Single Mold Since 1925

In 1925, foundry technician Armand Desaegher and enamel specialist Octave Aubecq teamed up to produce cast iron roasters 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.

Every roaster is still manufactured using the sand casting method, 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.

Le Creuset offers a 30-year warranty on the roaster. This is not a marketing number, but a statement about its lifespan: a Signature roaster is more likely to be inherited than replaced.

Cerise, the Trademark

Le Creuset has used Cerise since 1925 — it's the color of the glowing cast iron from which it all began. In 24 cm with 4.2 liters, the historic color meets the most practical size in the range: the format for roasted chicken, goulash, and anything a small household braises.

Some pots are bought for a recipe. This one is bought for the next thirty years.