Ruffoni Historia Hammered Copper Polenta Pot with Acorn Handle, 3 1/2-Qt.

Handcrafted at a family-owned workshop in the Italian Alps, this heavy-gauge copper paiolo is designed for traditional polenta preparation. The pot's flared sides facilitate stirring and encourage the steady absorption of water into the cornmeal, ensuring a creamy texture.

• Crafted of hand-hammered copper for excellent heat conductivity.
• Interior is lined with durable nonreactive tin.
• Shaped to facilitate stirring and encourage absorption of liquid.
• Riveted cast-bronze handle with sculpted acorns and leaves.
• Includes long wooden stirring spoon.
• Made in Italy.

• 8 1/2" diam., 5 1/4" high.
• 3 1/2-qt. cap.
• 2 lb. 14 oz.
• Made in Italy.

Additional Information

• This product contains the following chemical: tin (and compounds). For more information, visit theWilliams Sonoma Disclosures page.

Use

• Ideal for gas and electric cooktops.
• Oven safe to 450°F.
• To protect tin lining from damage, do not heat pot empty or at temperatures above 450°F.
• Use wood, plastic or heat-resistant nylon tools to avoid scratching tin lining.

Care

• Allow pot to cool before washing.
• Hand-wash; dry immediately with soft cloth.
• Avoid using steel wool, steel scouring pads or harsh detergents.
• Copper will develop a rich patina over time. This will not affect the pan's cooking performance. To keep the exterior looking new, use a copper polish or a combination of lemon and salt.
• The tin lining protects foods from reacting with copper but will become discolored over time. This is normal. Depending on the frequency of use and types of food cooked, the tin lining may eventually have to be replaced. To prolong the lining's usefulness, avoid cooking acidic ingredients in your tin-lined cookware.