Usenet Newsgroups 4 Tips on How to Select a Good Roasting Pan From: kddxajrkklnd@gmail.com (Preston Wilson) When it comes to roasting meats, having a good roasting pan is a must. Cheap pans do not conduct heat evenly and can cause burning in some spots while other areas aren't cooked through properly. In other words, not all roasters are created equal! To help you make a better decision on what to buy, here are some tips on what too look for so that you will be happy with your roasting pan for years to come. First, you need to determine a few things when choosing a roaster. 1) How well and evenly does it cook your food? Stainless steel pans with low sides are your best choice for even roasting of your meats. However, stainless-steel alone is not a good heat conductor. Your pan should have a good layer of heat-conducting material such as copper or aluminum, sandwiched between the inner and outer layers of the stainless steel. 2) Can you sear the roast on top of the stove without the pan buckling or burning? For some meats, you'll want to sear (quickly brown) the outside of the roast on the stovetop before placing it in the oven. A good roasting pan will not smoke or buckle when placed over this direct heat. Of course, you could certainly use a frying pan for this purpose... but why dirty more pans? 3) Will it stand up well in a high-heat oven? Can your roasting pan withstand temperatures of 450F to 500F? Some pans will buckle and twist, while others will burn on the bottom. A well-designed, heavy-duty, stainless-steel roaster will not cause you any problems in this regard. 4) Are you able to caramelize the pan drippings on the stove top to make a good gravy without it sticking and developing hot spots that could burn your sauce? This is important for creating a good roux ("Roux" is the French word for "brown." Is it the brown base used to make gravies and sauces.) Again, this will be done with the pan on the stovetop, and you do not want the roaster to buckle, smoke or burn your roux because of hot spots. By following the above tips, you will be better prepared to select a good roasting pan for your needs. The main things to remember are to select a roaster made from a good-heat conducting material like aluminum sandwiched between a thick layer of stainless steel and to choose a pan that works well on top of the stove as well as in the oven. Happy roasting! Discover Thousands of Accurate Copycat, Clone, and Secret Restaurant Recipes: Subject  4 Tips on How to Select a Good Roasting Pan