Casseroles can be a great time-saving tool in the kitchen. Meals like baked ziti and pot pies can be assembled ahead of time in the casserole, then simply placed in the oven to brown to perfection.Rachael Ray® Cast Iron cookware combines traditional materials with updated colors and styles that put a contemporary twist on classic cookware. This 3.5-quart casserole is crafted from cast iron, which holds in heat from the oven beautifully. The interior and exterior are coated in hard enamel – the interior in a matte black and the exterior in a bold, bright hue. You will fall in love with hard enamel, a durable surface that is a breeze to clean. The casserole also comes with a sturdy self-basting lid featuring a stainless steel knob. The lid has dimples on the inside that catch steam, which then drips back down into the casserole for moist and succulent dishes. Broiler safe and oven safe to 500°F.