PRE-SEASONED 2 IN 1 DUTCH OVEN: Cast iron dutch oven has been pre-seasoned with vegetable oil and is uncoated. Lid converts to a 10.3" skillet. Cast iron pot safe up to 450°F and can be used in the oven, on gas stoves, induction cooktops, and over campfires. PERFECT CRUST: 5 QT heavy duty cast iron dutch oven pot with lid keeps the surface heated evenly for a long time and provides excellent heat retention for that crispy crust we all love. MULTIPLE COOKING STYLES: The cast iron dutch oven with lid can satisfy a variety of cooking styles, from soups to stews, baking, roasting, frying, searing, broiling and more. HAND WASH ONLY: Hand wash with warm water, dry with a rag and tumble dry thoroughly over medium heat, apply a thin layer of vegetable oil while the dutch oven is still hot. Note: Do not put in dishwasher, do not air dry. IMPORTANT: Due to dutch oven is pre-seasoned with vegetable oil, surface can sometimes flake and reveal a brownish color beneath, It is not rust, after drying, apply a thin layer of oil on it,it will disappear with use.