This 2.8 Quart Black Casserole dish is made of natural clay is fifty percent lighter than cast iron and it retains heat for long periods. This new technology makes this glazed casserole strong, scratch resistant and flame proof. It can be used directly on a stove top or oven up to five hunderd degrees. This casserole dish features a perfect finish for table presentation. It is microwave, dishwasher and freezer safe. It measures 14 x 12 x 5 and weighs eight pounds. Type: Specialty Cookware