Emile Henry 2-1/2-Quart Risotto Pot, Black Made of Burgundy clay, can be used directly on a gas flame or an electric or halogen hob without a diffuser, without any fear of cracking or breaking Stove top, oven, broiler, and microwave safe: Flame top pieces can go directly from a freezer or refrigerator, to a hot oven, to the table 2.5-Quart capacity, perfect for soups, stocks, brazing, heat conduction and for slow, natural cooking Up to 30-percent lighter than many types of comparable metal cookware Easy clean up: dishwasher safe