Is the lid really a grill pan?

Yes. The lid is ridged on the inside and works as a grill pan when flipped over. The base then serves as a braiser or skillet.

How many people does 3.5 quarts serve?

About three to four modest portions. It suits couples and small families better than large gatherings.

Can it go in the oven and under the broiler?

It is oven safe, including the lid. Check Staub's stated maximum temperature before broiling.

Do I need to season it?

No. The cooking surface is enameled, so it needs no seasoning. Hand wash and dry it to protect the enamel.

How does it compare with a Le Creuset braiser?

Both are enameled cast iron with similar performance. Staub's matte black interior hides stains better; Le Creuset offers more colors.

What do buyers say about the Staub 3.5 Quart Cast Iron Braiser and Grill Pan?

Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 32 ratings.

Staub 3.5 Quart Cast Iron Braiser and Grill Pan

4.8

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$229.96at Sur La Table, last seen Nov 1

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Our take on the Staub 3.5 Quart Cast Iron Braiser and Grill Pan

The Staub 3.5-quart braiser is an enameled cast iron pan with a reversible ridged lid: use the lid as a grill pan, or flip it to cover the base for braising. The matte black enamel needs no seasoning and goes from stovetop to oven to table. At 3.5 quarts it suits small households and weeknight braises, not big-batch cooking.

Best forSmall households of two to fourWeeknight braises, stews and shallow frying