The Brod & Taylor Baking Shell Boule transforms bread baking with its ingenious design.Crafted from lightweight aluminium, this wide, dome-shaped shell creates the ideal steamy environment for artisan loaves, without preheating or wrestling with heavy, scalding pots.Steam is naturally trapped under the shell, producing a high rise and a beautifully blistered crust. For the perfect finish, simply lift the shell off halfway through baking. This shell replicates the performance of traditional cast iron, minus the weight, heat risk, and hassle.When not in use for baking, the shell also doubles as a sleek countertop cover to help keep your bread fresh and protected.Features:Dimensions: 33 cm x H 14 cmLightweight aluminium bodyjust 500gNo preheating required for faster, stress-free bakingTraps steam and transfers heat efficiently for perfect rise and crustReplaces the need for heavy cast-iron vesselsDoubles as a practical bread cover for kitchen storageEnjoy artisan-quality bread without the fuss, just slide, cover, and bake with the Brod & Taylor Baking Shell Boule.