Emile Henry Flame Top 5-1/2-Quart Round Oven, Black

Product Review

Emile Henry Flame Top cookware, a technological innovation. An innovation in ceramics technology, Emile Henry's new line of Burgundy Clay Flame-Top ceramics products work directly on a gas flame or an electric or halogen hob without a diffuser, without any fear of cracking or breaking. Much lighter, (30%), than many types of comparable metal cookware products, Flame-Top is microwave and dishwasher-safe, cleans up very easily, is extremely strong and durable, goes under the broiler, and can go directly from a freezer or a refrigerator to a hot oven to the table, where it will retain the cooking heat for a very long time. This recent innovation from Emile Henry is a break-through in ceramics technology. Unlike most metal cookware products, Flame-Top cookware can sit on a very hot open flame for an extended period of time without any ingredients in the cook pot, and they will not crack, discolor or break. Perfect for braising, browning and slow cooking due to the incredibly gentle heat distribution properties of Burgundy Clay, Flame-Top products cook evenly and thoroughly when used on top of the stove, in the oven or even in the microwave. Enhancing this gentle cooking action are raised dots on the underneath side of each lid that evenly distribute evaporated juices directly back into the cooking food. This self-basting technique produces a more thoroughly cooked, tender and moist dish than with traditional lids, which force liquids to run down the sides of the pot, and which contribute to uneven cooking. Emile Henry Flame-Top ceramic cookware is light and versatile, and better brings out the flavors of all cooked foods.

Product Features

Made of Burgundy clay, can be used directly on a gas flame or an electric or halogen hob without a diffuser, without any fear of cracking or breaking
Oven, broiler, microwave safe, it can go directly from a freezer or a refrigerator to a hot oven to the table, where it will retain the cooking heat for a very long time
Raised dots on the underneath side of each lid evenly distribute evaporated juices directly back into the cooking food This self-basting technique produces a more thoroughly cooked, tender and moist dish
Much lighter, (30%), than many types of comparable metal cookware products, Flame-Top is dishwasher-safe and cleans up very easily,
Can be left on an open flame, at high temperatures without any ingredients in the pot and the pot will not crack or break

Customer Reviews

Average Customer Review

(4 customer reviews)

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful

Perfect, February 17, 2008

JGirly (all woman, all the time, except when... (NorCal) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Emile Henry Flame Top 5-1/2-Quart Round Oven, Black (Kitchen)

I love this pot! I received it as a gift from my father who uses his for soups and stews several times a week. I have used mine for meat & veg dishes started on the stove top for browning, and then finished low and slow in the oven. The meat turns out incredibly moist, and the entire dish cooks up perfectly with very little effort. It is also one of the easiest pieces I own to clean.
The one important piece of advice I would give, don't skip the seasoning step. This seals the clay so that it doesn't absorb flavors and odors. Perfect. I truly can not find one fault in this piece of cookware.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful

AMAZING!, February 12, 2007

Russ at Village Green (CO) - See all my reviews

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We've been cooking like crazy with this great pot - both on the gas stove and in the oven - and everything has turned out brilliantly: coq au vin, Hungarian gulyas, chicken paprikas etc. I will be ordering more items from this producer soon, for sure!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

Emile Henry 5 1/2 qt., May 1, 2010

D. stanley (yorba linda, ca) - See all my reviews

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This pot is exactly what I needed. As recommended in the book, MY BREAD by Jim Lahey, it is the perfect pot for baking his recipes. It is light weight compared to other pots in it's class and although a bit pricey, well worth the money. It cleans up beautifully and is pretty enough to leave out in the kitchen.