Buy Emile Henry Flame Top 6-1/3-Quart Oval Oven, RedEmile Henry Flame Top 6-1/3-Quart Oval Oven, Red Product Description:
- Made of Burgundy clay, can be used directly on a gas flame, an electric or halogen hob without a diffuser and without any fear of cracking or breaking
- Oven, broiler, microwave safe, it can go directly from a freezer or a refrigerator to a hot oven to the table, where it will retain the cooking heat for a very long time
- Raised dots on the underneath side of each lid evenly distribute evaporated juices directly back into the cooking food produces a more thoroughly cooked, tender and moist dish
- 30 percent lighter than many types of comparable metal cookware products, Flame-Top is dishwasher-safe and cleans up very easily
- Can be left on an open flame, at high temperatures without any ingredients in the pot and the pot will not crack or break
Product Description
Emile Henry Flame Top cookware, a technological innovation. An innovation in ceramics technology, Emile Henry's new line of Burgundy Clay Flame-Top ceramics products work directly on a gas flame or an electric or halogen hob without a diffuser, without any fear of cracking or breaking. Much lighter, (30%), than many types of comparable metal cookware products, Flame-Top is microwave and dishwasher-safe, cleans up very easily, is extremely strong and durable, goes under the broiler, and can go directly from a freezer or a refrigerator to a hot oven to the table, where it will retain the cooking heat for a very long time. This recent innovation from Emile Henry is a break-through in ceramics technology. Unlike most metal cookware products, Flame-Top cookware can sit on a very hot open flame for an extended period of time without any ingredients in the cook pot, and they will not crack, discolor or break. Perfect for braising, browning and slow cooking due to the incredibly gentle heat distribution properties of Burgundy Clay, Flame-Top products cook evenly and thoroughly when used on top of the stove, in the oven or even in the microwave. Enhancing this gentle cooking action are raised dots on the underneath side of each lid that evenly distribute evaporated juices directly back into the cooking food. This self-basting technique produces a more thoroughly cooked, tender and moist dish than with traditional lids, which force liquids to run down the sides of the pot, and which contribute to uneven cooking. Emile Henry Flame-Top ceramic cookware is light and versatile, and better brings out the flavors of all cooked foods.
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25 of 25 people found the following review helpful.
Good Braising, Browns Very Well, Not Heavy At All
By Veritas
I did a lot of checking and lifting of various dutch ovens/casseroles/stew pots by Le Creuset, Staub, Emeril Lagasse, and many others. But when I picked this 6.3 quart oven, I was pleasantly surprised to find how much lighter it is than the others. I bought it from Amazon and cooked with it the other night, and the results were delicious. I cooked everything on a gas stove. It browns meat very well, retains heat evenly, and the braising dish that I made came out perfect. All of my guests ate in silence to enjoy the meal and they usually don't do that! I also bought it because it can be used both on the stove and in the oven. I look forward to using it often. Highly recommend it!
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful.This pot is a magician. Read why...
By Blackbeard
I was hesitant about the price of this oven, but it fit my needs in every way so I decided to purchase, and I have not been disappointed. The specifications of the product speak for themselves, so I'll explain the things that aren't mentioned, even on the manufacturer web site. This is where the magic comes in.The pre-use instructions say to cover the bottom with milk and bring to boil on stovetop then let cool, or boil rice for a number of minutes. I took the rice approach. My first task for this oven was to bake a loaf of bread. Crusty bread requires steam, which is something hard to attain in a conventional residential oven. By enclosing the dough in a pot with the lid, the natural moisture in the bread will create sufficient steam in an enclosed space. The Emile Henry instructions mention that crackling of the surface glaze is normal due to expansion and contraction of the clay, so I expected this. I placed the pot in the oven at 450 degrees F and let it preheat for 20 minutes. When I came back to the oven 20 minutes later, I turned on the oven light and looked in the window, and the pot looked normal other than some crackling. But when I immediately opened the oven to take it out, I was shocked; the pot was actually a deep dark burgundy/brown, and was covered with "spiderweb" glaze cracks. I thought, "Oh no, I've ruined the pot." I tried not to panic and continued with the baking since there was nothing structurally wrong with the pot, and nothing else I could do at the time. I also noticed that where the glaze crackled, there was a very fine white almost imperceptible haze.After the pot came out of the oven, I left it to cool overnight. I tried to take some digital photos of the pot color, but with the flash, the pot in the photo looked normal! When I checked it the following morning, it was back to the original color, and the crackling was gone! Apparently when the pot cooled and shrank, the cracks closed up. I washed the pot and the haze was gone. As for the color, I was clueless, so I called Emile Henry support to ask. They told me the color change is normal, and I was relieved. I just wish they would mention it in the instructions! Ever since that first use, the pot continues to change colors and return to normal, but the glaze crackling and haze never came back, and I cannot see them even under close inspection, so it's as if it never happened. Magic.
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful.Versatile must for your kitchen
By N. Curtis
Although I own a lot of Emile Henry bakeware, I was hesitant to purchase this huge oval piece, wondering if I would ever use it and blanching at the price. However, next to the smallest flametop casserole, I use this piece more than any other I have. It is dishwasher safe, and spraying with a little cooking oil spray before using means I don't have to deal with the heavy item in the sink. It cooks evenly and well. It is the perfect size to cook large batches of "everything cereal" (like a granola, but better) in and provides more even, golden results than my old enamel roaster. It handles a turkey with aplomb and is wonderful for a combination dinner, since you can put in a small steamer basket for vegetables to keep everything from getting too mushy in meat juice. If you have one good wedding gift to give, something the person would not usually pick, this is the item. I highly recommend this addition to your kitchen.
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