Le Creuset Cherry Pie Bird

DESCRIPTION The pie bird may be old-fashioned, but this time-honored baker's tool has turned out countless delicious pies over the course of centuries. The hollow pie bird vents steam from the filling as it cooks, preventing the contents from boiling over. Arches on the bottom redirect excess moisture to keep the bottom crust from becoming soggy. The top crust will be held in place, and your oven will be free of spills. Features Stoneware maintains even temperatures and prevents scorching Unmatched thermal resistance — safe for freezer, microwave, oven, broiler and dishwasher Dense stoneware blocks moisture absorption to prevent cracking, crazing and rippling Impermeable exterior enamel resists scratches and stains, and is safe for cutting on with knives Nearly-nonstick glazed interior easily releases foods for quick cleanup SKU PG1875-0416 HEIGHT 3 1/4" CLEANING DISHWASHER-SAFE COUNTRY OF ORIGIN THAILAND / CHINA HEAT SOURCE MICROWAVE, OVEN MATERIAL STONEWARE PIECE COUNT 1 WARRANTY 10 YEAR CLEANING AND CARE DO NOT use any Stoneware piece on the stovetop or any other direct heat source. OVEN: Maximum oven-safe temperature is 500°F / 260°C. Use oven mitts for lifting at all times. BROILER: When using under a broiler allow a gap of no less than 2 ½ inches between the rim of the dish and the heat source. MICROWAVE: Handles may become hot during prolonged microwave use, especially if the handles are enclosed with plastic wrap. Cover just the open top of the dish, leaving the handles exposed. FREEZER-TO-OVEN USE: Do not place a frozen dish of food in a preheated oven. Place the frozen dish in a cold oven and set the temperature, allowing the dish and oven to heat together. Before serving always check that the center of the food is completely and uniformly hot. CLEANING: Before the first use, wash the dish in hot, soapy water, and rinse and dry thoroughly. For most day-to-day cleaning, cool the dish for a few minutes before washing and drying, or wash in the dishwasher, allowing the full cycle to complete. Never leave a dish fully immersed in water. For removal of stubborn residues allow the dish to cool, fill with warm, soapy water and allow it to soak for 10 to 20 minutes. Wash in the usual way using a plastic brush or scouring pad if necessary. Over time, it is normal for metal utensils to leave deposits on glazed stoneware. To remove metal markings, clean with an agent such as Le Creuset’s cookware cleaner or Bar Keeper’s Friend and use according to manufacturer’s directions.