12 Inch Traditional Blue Tagine Bottom

Description

Hand painted by a single artist, this earthenware dish can be used to cook and serve traditional North African tagines, as well as couscous and rice dishes. The cone-shaped cover funnels condensations directly back to the food for moist, tender results.
Use
Safe for use on gas and electric cooktops and outdoor grills; on stovetops use a diffuser.
Oven safe to 350º F.
Always warm the base up slowly over a low flame.
Always use moderate temperature and do not subject to sudden hot and cold temperature changes.
Tagine can become very hot; use oven mitts and trivets when handling.
With use small cracks will occur, this is normal and will not affect performance.
Care
Allow to cool before washing.
Hand wash and dry with a soft cloth.
Dry thoroughly before storing.
You will need to season your tagine before using. Soak in water for 24 hours. Coat the interior with olive oil and place in a cold oven. Set oven temperature to 225º F and leave for 1 1/2 hours. Remove from oven and allow to cool. Once cooled wash with
warm soapy water and towel dry.
Recipe:
http://www.pinterest.com/pin/463026405409991699/