 A picture is worth a thousand words. When you see a picture of luxurious enameled cast iron cookware, you will know what I mean. With all the heat distribution and retention benefits of cast iron, enameled cast iron cookware makes cookware look beautiful. Enameled Cast Iron
Whether Le Creuset, Staub, Lodge, or any other enameled cast iron cookware manufacturer, the enameled colors add a luxurious finish to the standard black cast iron. With various shades or red, green, blue, and brown, the colors can fit just about any decor. Cast iron cookware traditionally is one of the least expensive cookware materials. While an enameled finish will add to the cost, there are still inexpensive options. The cost will often be associated with the quality and number of enameled layers. The higher quality enamel will be chip resistant, stain resistant, and have as many as four (4) layers.  Enameled Cast Iron Skillet
Probably one of the most famous pieces of cast iron cookware is the skillet. While today they do make casserole dishes, Dutch ovens, and even sauce pans in enameled cast iron, the skillet/omelet pan/frying pan is most common. Placing your cast iron skillet on the stove top with low to medium heat will result in fantastic fried eggs, bacon, potatoes, or anything else fit for a skillet. Cast iron griddle pans are becoming immensely popular. Ridges on the bottom make an ordinary skillet healthy and great for steaks or any other food where grill marks would add to the taste and/or visual appeal.
Enameled Outside and/or Inside
On the outside of the cookware, the enameled finish makes it easy to clean as well as visually appealing. On the inside, it adds a level of non stick performance and opportunity to use the same cookware for stove and table top. When porcelain enamel is used, it is a glass coating, not a lead paint. It is non reactive with foods. And it does not need to be seasoned as traditional cast iron cookware. Use and Cleaning Enameled Cast Iron Cookware
Like most high quality cookware, it is important to read the care and use instructions. You will find it is usually recommended: - Do not use metallic utensils
- Use low to medium heat
- Do not use in the oven over 475 degrees
- Use a cloth or mitt to handle the cookware
- The surface can chip or scratch if banged or dropped
- Use plastic or nylon scouring pads. Not metal.
- While automatic dishwasher safe, hand washing is still recommended.
- Dry the cookware before storing.
 Beautiful, functional, and healthy, enameled cast iron cookware adds a level of sophistication to any kitchen. The busy cook, chef, or healthy cook will enjoy the colors and usefulness of enameled cookware. For more information about using cast iron cookware, be sure to read our article on The Growing Cast Iron Cookware Set.
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I misused my cast iron pans, it got chipped. I want to throe it away but my husband insist that we still can use it even the enamel is chipped and you could see the bare iron. HE even said that it is good to cook even the pans get corrosive.Is husband right about his opinion?