A life-saver at Thanksgiving and Christmas
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December 18, 2001
The Calphalon 16 1/2 inch roasting pan is wonderful to use! This is the first of several Calphalon items I have used, and I'm now in the process of upgrading all my cookware to Calphalon.
At first I was afraid to use a surface that was not non-stick- for many years my specialty was macaroni and cheese (usually overcooked). But recently the cooking bug has hit me, so I purchased this roasting rack at the recommendation of my dad, who has a set of the professional hard-anodized.
All I can say is, I'm a convert! The price tag may be a little high, but given how much I would have spent over the years, continually buying the 5-dollar foil roasters, this will pay for itself in a few years, yet last a lifetime.
One of the best features of this roaster is the non-stick rack. I didn't want to use the non-stick roaster due to how high-maintenance non-stick is... rather heat-sensitive, the need to use care with which cleaners and utensils you use, etc.; but I also didn't relish the idea of scrubbing a regular rack. This was a breeze to clean, and the turkey came out beautifully. The large size of the pan made it easier to reach the juices, so basting was much easier.
If you really prefer non-stick products, try the non-stick Calphalon roaster. But for me, this was a great purchase. I highly suggest you buy this roaster. You won't regret it!
What Is Gravy, That Thou Art Mindful of It?
(12 of 14 Found this Helpful)
December 8, 2001
I have a heavy clad stainless steel roasting pan that costs 5 times as much as this. That little expenditure was most definately a mistake. There's something about this heavy aluminum that makes a great gravy. And clean up is just as easy as with 18/10 stainless.
May I suggest putting one carrot, one onion, and one stalk of celery in the bottom of the pan before you put your roast in the oven? I call this The Trinity, and it lends an incredible flavor to any drippings with an ambition to become gravy that they'll remember.
Can't go wrong here
(10 of 11 Found this Helpful)
July 12, 2001
Calphalon is the best all around cookware, in my opinion, especially for the money. This is the last roaster you will ever buy. The big handle make it easy to maneuver, and the non-stick rack is great. The included rack holds most anything you'll put on it. If you want a non-stick surface, that is only $... more.
Roaster and Nonstick Rack--Great Buy
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July 2, 2001
This Calphalon Commercial Hard Anodized Collector's Edition 16 1/2-Inch Roasting Pan with Nonstick Rack is a perfect set to add to your Calphalon collection. You can roast almost everything with it. The raised handles on this roaster are large enough to use with thick potholders when removing it from a hot oven. When making gravy, I put it across two burners on the stovetop over a medium-high heat. The rack is nonstick, so roasted meat, poultry, and game can be gently loosened from it without tearing the crisped skin. I hand-wash it and the roaster with care and keep both of them on my pot rack. This set is a great buy and would make a wonderful wedding gift or housewarming present.
