Cast iron pans and dutch ovens can be used for frying and baking foods to perfection. When properly seasoned they are terrific for non-stick cooking on top of the stove as well as baking in the oven. Cast iron pots are heavy but it is worth the extra muscle power it takes to use them.Oven Safe: The cast iron cookware set is oven safe and can be used in your oven to cook/bake any food you need to.Strength: Cast iron is tough. These pots are nearly indestructible.Durable & Economic: There's a reason why there are old cast iron pans at yard sales and antique shops. It is very difficult to completely ruin them. Cast iron pans and dutch ovens are very economical since they will last for generations when properly cared for.Heat Retention: Once cast iron is hot, it stays hot. This ability to maintain heat makes these pots perfect for cooking applications such as searing meat. Cast iron is great for keeping food warm since it holds heat for a considerable length of time.