The medium size of this cazuela expands its versatility beyond a simple tapas dish. Use this one to serve paella, roast a small chicken or bake a vegetable gratin. Try it for baked desserts such as crisps or crumbles - the depth gives you the perfect ratio of fruit to crisp, golden topping. Also terrific as a salad bowl.

Terra Cotta

Opening 10½" x 2½" H (28 cm x 6.5 cm). Because our pots are handmade, the actual dimensions may vary.

The Spanish word paella originates from the Latin word for pan, "patella."

Features & Benefits

• Terra cotta clay high fired at 2,000°F for strength, durability and chip resistance.
• All our pieces are completely handmade, natural earthenware. Minor imperfections add authenticity and charm, and are part of the piece.
• Easy to clean, hand-applied glaze.
• Lead and cadmium free.

Use & Care

• Stovetop, oven and microwave safe. For gas cooktops, may use diffuser or lowest heat setting. For electric cooktops, please use only with a diffuser.
• Clear ceramic glaze provides ease of cleaning. For difficult areas to clean, first soak for a few minutes in water, then scrub with a soft abrasive pad. Do not use metallic scouring pads.
• Dishwasher safe, but we recommend hand washing to give the best care to your earthenware. See our section Clay Cooking 101 for detailed explanations and effects of soaps and detergents on earthenware.
• Earthenware does not like extreme temperature changes. For example, do not take a pot cold from the refrigerator and place it directly on a stovetop or in a hot oven; it may crack.
• Before first use, please season. A complete explanation of this procedure is explained in detail in Clay Cooking 101.