Enamel Cast Iron Cookware

Enameled cast iron cookware is cast iron with a vitreous enamel glaze. Enameled cast iron has been in existence since the late 19th century and it is still quite popular today.  Enameled cast iron dutch ovens and bakeware are the most popular, but other types of enamel cookware are also available.

There are many advantages associated with enameled cast iron. The coating over the cast iron inhibits rusting, eradicates the need to season the metals, and permits thorough cleaning. Another benefit of enameled cast iron is that the pigments used in the enameling produces can generate vivid colors, which make them great to use when entertaining.

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On the other hand, there are disadvantages of enameled cast iron to be noted. Enameled cast iron tends to be much more expensive than cast iron. Also, cast iron can withstand high temperatures better than enameled cast iron and enameled cast iron does not allow iron to permiate food.

Manufacturers of enameled cast iron cookware include Le Creuset, Lodge, Cuisinart, as well as brands tied to well-known chefs as in the case of Rachael Ray Cookware. An example of enameled cast iron cookware is the Cuisinart Cardinal Red Round Covered Casserole. It features cast iron construction, porcelain enameled exterior and interior, wide cast iron handles and is stovetop, oven and broiler safe and can even be washed in the dishwasher.