STAUB's La Plancha blends Spain's traditional grill pan with French cast-iron expertise. This flat, griddle-style plate is perfect for searing succulent pork chops, browning buttery pancakes, and cooking small, finely-chopped ingredients. The extra-long handles encourage easy maneuvering and the raised sides prevent fat and juices from running off the surface.Our STAUB enameled cast iron requires no seasoning and possesses exceptional heat-retaining qualities. It heats evenly throughout, ensures exceptional browning, heat retention and distribution.Rooted in French culinary heritage, STAUB cookware is beloved by professional and home chefs for its exquisite craftsmanship, exceptional performance, and timeless beauty. Each STAUB pan effortlessly and elegantly transitions from the oven to the table - you can cook and serve in the same dish. Built to last a lifetime, these heirloom pieces are designed to be passed from generation to generation. Textured black matte enamel interior ensures exceptional browning, heat retention and distribution Enameled interior requires no seasoning Smooth enamel bottom works on all stovetops, including induction Oven safe to 500°F Transfers beautifully from oven to table Dishwasher safe Made in France