Made with polished 18/10 stainless steel with an aluminum disc layered in the bottom Aluminum disc layered bottom provides even heat distribution and prevents hot spots Stainless steel lid keeps in heat and moisture; Durable stainless steel riveted handles Large size for multipurpose function: canning, jarring, and stewing; Oven safe to 500F Works on Induction, gas, electric, glass, ceramic, halogen, etc.; Dishwasher safe