These lids cover the pour spouts on your Lodge pots and pans, sealing in heat and humidity, and promoting faster cooking. Self-basting tips on the underside seal in moisture, encouraging tender results whether you&';re slow cooking a roast or parboiling vegetables. Made in the USA and pre-seasoned at the factory with oil, this pan is ready to use right away. Lodge cast iron is easy to care for and will last a lifetime. Lodge&';s award-winning foundry produces cast iron of equal.