The MASTERPAN 3 QT. (11") Dutch Casserole is built to cook a meal so you will never want to use any other pan. Its made from cast aluminum which is a guarantee that you will own a highly reliable piece of cookware for many years to come. Lighter than cast iron, with a branded non-stick interior for easy clean ups, our cast aluminum Dutch ovens are made especially for those who like to buy true quality. Versatile enough to cook soups, fry meats, stir fry and more, plus serve them all-in-one straight from your cooker to your table. Usable on any heat source such as gas, electric and even induction.  The superior XYLAN PLUS double layered non-stick coating by Whitford, provides maximum food release and the rapid, superior heat conduction and self-basting lid interior helps trap steam no matter what you're cooking. This casserole is dishwasher safe, as well as PFOA, lead, cadmium, and heavy metal free.