This is the pan for the Sunday dinner that starts on the hob at three and lands on the table at six. Brown the meat, soften the onion, pour in wine and stock and let the rest of the afternoon do the work.
Staub's braiser is low and wide, giving you plenty of room to brown, yet deep enough to hold a stew. The secret is in the lid. Inside is Staub's Chistera structure, a raised pattern that catches the steam and lets it drip back over the food. The dish bastes itself throughout cooking, and the flavour stays in the pan instead of disappearing with the steam.
Cast in France, with matt black enamel inside and a deep dark-blue exterior. Two large handles give a steady grip, but they get hot, so keep oven gloves nearby. Diameter 28 cm, capacity 3.7 litres. Works on all hobs including induction, in the oven up to 260 °C, and is dishwasher safe.