Staub Cast Iron Oval Gratin Baking Dish Size:8" x 5.5" In his first book

In his first book

Side by side filled with a variety of appetizers

to serve ice on the bar

Christopher Columbus and Ferdinand Magellan spent more on fortified wine than weapons when they sailed the world in the 1500s

The bottom half of the pot was left unglazed as the bottom half of the pot was half buried in the ground to keep the fermenting contents cooler and fresher

Staub Cast Iron Oval Gratin Baking Dish Size:8" x 5.5" In his first bookA versatile piece of cookware, this oval gratin is handsome enough to go directly from the oven to the table. This cast iron side dish is functional and beautiful making it a valuable piece of cookware in which to serve both rustic dinner menu selections and formal feast side dishes.