Enameled Cast Iron Bread Pan, Sour Dough Artisan Bread Oven – Red – Round 26 cm, 6.25 L (6.6 qt) – Boule Pan with a Deep Lid for Steam Baking

Product Overview Brand: Crucible Cookware Product: Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Round Bread Pan with Lid Material: Cast iron Color: Black (bare cast iron) Article number: 7350152560321 Product Description This bare cast iron bread pan is designed for home baking and general cooking. The solid cast iron construction distributes heat evenly, and the deep lid helps create a consistent steam environment for bread and other baked dishes. The lid supports steam retention during baking. This delays crust formation and allows the dough to rise fully. The result is a loaf with good oven spring, a thin crust, and a soft interior. The pan can also be used for roasting and other stovetop or oven cooking tasks, within the stated temperature limits. The bare cast iron surface develops seasoning through regular use and can be cleaned with warm water and a brush. The cookware is built for repeated heating and cooling cycles in everyday kitchen use when used according to care instructions. Key features - Bare cast iron bread pan with lid - Even heat distribution across base and sides - Lid supports steam retention during baking - Naturally seasoned surface through regular use - Suitable for bread baking and general cooking Who this is for - People who bake artisan bread at home - Users who want a heavy, heat-retaining cooking pot - Cooks who use both stovetop and oven for recipes Dimensions and specifications - Capacity with lid: 6.25 liters (6.6 quarts) - Diameter (base): 10.25 in (26 cm) - Length including handles: 13.39 in (34 cm) - Base depth: 1.97 in (5 cm) - Lid depth: 4.92 in (12.5 cm) - Total height with lid: 6.69 in (17 cm) - Weight: 12.13 lb (5.5 kg)

• Enameled Cast Iron Bread Pan with Lid Measures: Capacity (with Lid): 6.25 liters (6.6 quarts); Diameter (Base): 10.25" (26 cm); Length including Handles: 13.39" (34 cm); Base Depth: 1.97" (5 cm); Lid Depth: 4.92" (12.5 cm); Total Height with Lid On: 6.69" (17 cm); Weight: 12.13 lb (5.5 kg)
• Bring professional bakery results to your home kitchen. This round enameled cast iron bread pan was engineered with artisan baking in mind—from rustic sourdough loaves to no-knead boules. Its heavy-duty construction, high thermal mass, and tight-fitting lid combine to produce an ideal baking environment.
• The deep, domed lid traps steam as the dough bakes, allowing for exceptional oven spring, a crisp, golden crust, and even browning without drying out or burning. No more flat loaves or cracked tops—just consistently impressive results.
• -HIGH-PERFORMANCE CAST IRON: Crafted from thick-walled enameled cast iron for excellent heat distribution and retention, ensuring uniform baking from center to crust. -STEAM-RETAINING LID: The lid forms a sealed environment that locks in moisture, mimicking a commercial bread oven. This allows the loaf to rise fully before the crust sets, resulting in a light, airy interior and thin, crispy crust.
• -DURABLE ENAMEL COATING: No seasoning required. The enameled surface is chip-resistant, easy to clean, and built to withstand years of baking and braising.-MULTI-USE VERSATILITY: While optimized for bread, this round bread form is equally perfect for casseroles, roasts, and to use the base as a skillet. Oven safe to 536°F (280°C) and suitable for all stovetops, including induction.