Our Le Creuset large Dutch oven showcases a porcelain enamel coating in inky blue, a stunning shade you'll only find at Crate & Barrel. Impervious to acid, alkali, odors and stains and maintaining consistent heat, the pot has a smooth interior that promotes caramelization and a close-fitting lid that creates a blanket of heat for moist and even cooking. The midnight blue pot is perfect for cooking seven to eight servings of stew, roast chicken, braised beef or baked bread.Revered by both professional chefs and home cooks since its 1925 debut, Le Creuset's classic French cookware is prized for its utilitarian beauty and unsurpassed heat retention.