Never place your product on the floor of your oven – it can increase the cooking temperature, leading to faster, uncontrolled cooking which could cause damage. For induction hob cooking, avoid using the ‘boost’ function as it should only be used for rapid heating large volumes of water.

Cooking on a medium or low heat gets the best results — even for frying and searing. Let the product heat up gradually for great tasting food that’s cooked evenly. If you do need to use a higher heat, lower the setting once the desired heat has been reached. Great complements: reach new levels of flavour by complementing your favourite pan with glass lids that we have available separately. Strong to the core: its construction has been hard anodised to create efficient heat conduction and distribution for even cooking. Lasts for longer: Our pans are abrasion-resistant, crafted to stay in your kitchen for years to come. If you're using salt, don't pour it directly onto the stainless steel surface. To avoid damage, add it to hot cooking liquid or food.

Cooking ingredients with a low smoking point at higher temperatures can cause staining to the cooking surface. Never slide the product on any glass-topped hob/stove top, as this may cause damage to the product base and the glass. Instead, always lift the product on and off, or across the surface. For fat-free cooking, preheat your product on medium heat for around 2 minutes. Then go ahead and add your food. Use the product on the most appropriately sized hob ring — it’ll make your food cook more evenly, and reduce the risk of damage to the handles and sides. This is especially important on induction hobs: if you use the wrong-sized ring, there’s a risk the hob won't ‘recognise’ the product.

Best in class: our products are crafted from the finest materials in facilities around the world, ensuring the quality you expect from Le Creuset. We recommend using Le Creuset Silicone Tools or wooden/heat-resistant plastic tools. Metal utensils may be used with care but they should not be used harshly or scraped over the cooking surface as this may cause damage