This is an essential baker to have in any kitchen. This is the perfect baker for all the desserts, as well as casseroles, rice dishes, pasta, honestly any dish. This is a great baker to incorporate cooking with the lid; Staub took their design of their essential cast iron french oven lid and designed the lid of the square baker to help with the self-basting aspect Staub is known for. That way you can bake, cook your meals without having to worry that your food will dry out. This is a great piece to have and the matte white color looks great!