Lodge Enamel 11-inch Skillet : With high sides and heat-retentive qualities of cast iron, the Lodge 11" enamel skillet is perfect to deep fry, bake, broil or marinate. This revolutionary cast-iron cookware features black porcelain enamel interior, ensuring easy release of food and mess-free cleanup. No seasoning required. This enameled cookware has the superior heat conductivity to fry, braise, saute or deglaze and produce exceptional results. Adds golden-crisp texture to rolls, casseroles and desserts. Preferred for durability and low maintenance, the even-heating base, side walls and solid weight of cast iron seals in moistness to create health meals with country-style homemade flavor. Cast from molten iron in individual sand molds and hand prepared before applying the porcelain-enamel finish, Lodge enamel cookware is fired at high temperatures, then cooled for hours to set the finish. The porcelain enamel finish finish is reapplied and fired again to produce the chip-resistant, long-life qualities unique to Lodge color cookware. Transport easily using the helper handle. Safe on ceramic, induction, gas and electric cooktops and oven-safe. Hand wash. Lodge cast iron cookware is America's original cast-iron cookware, introduced in 1896. Utilizing a privately-held metal formula and quality raw materials, precision molds create pans to exacting standards for professional chefs and home gourmets. Product Features Superior heat distribution of cast iron and easy-release, black porcelain enamel interior for exceptional cooking performance Ideal to fry, braise, saute or deglaze, bake casseroles, rolls or dessert The even-heating base and side walls ensure the golden crispness achievable only with cast iron Fired in high-temperature ovens to create outstandingly-durable, chip-resistant cookware Pre-seasoned with Kosher-certified vegetable oil and ready to use Transport easily using the helper handle Family owned for four generations, Lodge upholds high standard of excellence in their traditional and innovative cast-iron cookware for professional chefs, home gourmets, and campfire cooks alike