 Always reliable All-Clad! |
| Review Date: July 26, 2005 |
| Reviewer: K. M. G. Howlett, Boston, MA |
We received an All-Clad cook set for our wedding several years back and have always been extremely happy with its performance. So when I decided to pick up a roasting pan for my husband as a Father's Day gift ('cause nothing says "Daddy, you're the best!" like a big honking piece of aluminum clad steel) it was a no-brainer.
Like all All-Clad pieces, it's quite sturdy with firmly attached handles that stand straight up, since that's the natural way to lift something out of your oven. It heats evenly and browns beautifully. We recently did a turkey breast in the pan and the turkey turned a beautiful golden brown and was juicy and flavorful. We didn't even need gravy. The turkey forks are amply sized and plenty strong enough to pick up anything heavy without any kitchen mishaps. And best of all, it was a breeze to clean up since the rack is non-stick.
I believe there is another combo offer with oven mitts, and while I'm sure they're great (actually they are since I have a pair of them from a different gift from All-Clad), I think the turkey forks are the better choice. I mean, you can always buy oven mitts, but the All-Clad accessories really are wonderful.
One more thing....one of our non-stick frying pans had a problem with the coating wearing off. I returned it to All-Clad and they sent me a brand new pan (which sells for $150). Can't beat that for customer service!
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Wouldn't Have Thanksgiving Without It
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| Review Date: November 11, 2005 |
| Reviewer: NuJoi, Chicago, IL United States |
I stepped up from the black, speckled roasting pans you get at the grocery store. I've had my All Clad pan for a year and purchased it before Cook's Illustrated latest review.
I made my best turkey ever. I had to give up my family's traditional overnight roasting recipe, but I think this is better. Crisp skin and I can make gravy in the pan.
I've used this pan once and my only problem was that I noticed my drippings were burning, so I added a scant amount of water to the pan. This year, I'll lower the oven temperature slightly.
It's a good, heavy pan. When you pull this out of the oven, you feel like you've done something! Easier to clean than my supermarket version.
With only one use, I haven't observed any of the warping mentioned in other reviews. I will update my review if warping occurs. |
It's a roasting pan, not a skillet!!
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| Review Date: December 23, 2007 |
| Reviewer: Ray, |
Forget the negative reviews! This pan does a fantastic job of roasting. I will be doing a 7 lb. Choice Beef Rib-eye roast for Christmas dinner in it. It deglazes just like any other good SS pan.
It is a tad heavy though, so don't expect an aluminum feel to it. Cleanup is just like any other SS pan... use Barkeeper's Friend and it all done and shiny.
There may actually be better roasters out there, but that doesn't mean this is not an excellent roaster!
And BTW, it costs $199, no matter where you look to buy it. |
Consistantly good results
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| Review Date: November 14, 2009 |
| Reviewer: C. G. King, Horse Country, VA USA |
I've used this pan for four years in the oven, the stovetop, for lasagna as well as roasting poultry, and love it. The rack makes roasting a turkey (or whatever else) easy--it always comes out great with no special attention--not even basting. The forks are essential for easily moving a heavy bird. I wish I'd gotten this set much sooner than I did as it's made holiday meal prep far easier.
The upright handles on the pan make moving it more efficient than flat handles and the straight deep sides are great for a big lasagna or casserole too. I haven't found the coating on the rack prevents particles from sticking entirely, but it does clean up well in the dishwasher.
I've never had any trouble starting gravy in the pan on the stovetop after removing the bird and my pan has not warped as one reviewer mentioned. I generally prefer to remove the liquid from the pan after I've incorporated the flavorful bits with a flat whisk, however, so I can separate out the fat. Then I add my flour slurry and the defatted liquid to a saucepan to finish my gravy. I find this more convenient since my stovetop is usually crowded with other pans.
I love my All-Clad pans and have always been able to count on them to meet my needs so I never considered spending a lot on another brand. I've not been sorry. I love this pan. It added another thing to be thankful for when preparing a big holiday meal.
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Best Roasting Pan EVER
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| Review Date: November 20, 2007 |
| Reviewer: Julia Devin, |
| I bought one of these last year to use on Thanksgiving and have been wondering ever since how I had managed to live without one! It by far does the best job of making a turkey that I have ever seen. The turkey recipe I normally use involves brining the turkey and then roasting it, and in this pan it turns out amazing, I have everyone who tries it ask what my secret is, and my secret is this pan. I have also used it to make a delicious pineapple glazed ham and roasted two decently sized chickens at once in it as well. It is by far the best roasting pan I or any of my girlfriends have ever seen. Even my mom was wondering how I made her recipe better than her! If you are in the market for a roasting pan this one is hands down the only choice out there! |
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