What a nice cookware piece for 'traditional' cooking. The white ceramic lining makes this a perfect dutch oven for stove top searing and finishing off in the oven, and all the other cooking techniques and uses for cast iron. This 7 qt. dutch oven has a bit of heft due to its size, but the twin handles make it easy to manage, and the mouthwatering results will 'do your Momma and Grandma proud'! The plastic spacer clips hold the lid up just right for storage, and help keep the lip of the pot and under-edge of the lid open for the seasoning of those two areas, otherwise none is required. This is a multi-generational piece! Enjoy!!