Can one make a beef/chicken casserole in this? Does it cook just as well if put inside another pan for increased sturdiness?
1776248
I do not place it inside another pan, instead I put it on a cookie sheet with non-stick surface. Never tried beef but did make chicken / vegetable / baking dishes. In general I am sorry I bought it. I switched to pyrex glass dishes and use HIC occasionally when I cook / bake too much and run out of pots.
1776249
I've only used it to make homemade marshmallows and they came out perfect. I don't see why you can't make anything in it but would definitely put it on a baking sheet because it's not rigid like a regular pan.
1776250
I'm sure you can. I put mine inside another pan for that reason. I definitely recommend NOT cooking anything in this that will spill in any way without the support of another pan.
1776251
You can cook anything you want in it. It's a great non-stick pan. You would need a sheet pan anyway to keep it from flopping around. And yes, it does cook just as well even 'doubled' up. No rust, unlike metal pans and you can turn it inside out to clean the corners!
1776252
Too flimsy to cook the casserole in by itself, but I'm not sure how it cooks when its in another pan.
371059
yes, i've done it a few times. don't put too much oil in and it will leave batter fragments at the bottom so pay attention. it cooks chicken fast.
1082991
Yes you can just be careful how much you fill it. While meatloaf won't rise like a cake it will have juices that might overflow if you fill the pan too high. I recommend putting a cookie sheet lined with foil on the bottom rack of your oven as a precaution.
2032444
I usually use a cookie sheet when I roast vegetables, but I don't see any reason why you couldn't roast them in this pan. Many time when I make a beef roast I use this particular pan and I usually roast carrots, potatoes and other vegetables along side it.
67245
If it was a Costco chicken (on steroids) no it would not be big enough. If you are doing 2 standard size chicken breasts it would be just fine. This pan is 1/2 the size of a "normal" full size oven roasting pan. It is great for one or two steaks or one or two other types of meat or chicken for two people. It is not the pan you would use for a family of 3 or 4 or more.
2041336
Hi...I own two of these and love them. The Calphalon 5 qt tri-ply stainless steel dutch oven heats very fast. I've used it to cook curry chicken, brown stew chicken and even rice and I've never had food stick to the bottom. Here's the trick with stainless steel pots....if cooking meats, add about a tablespoon of oil to the pot before you add the meat, allow the oil to get very hot. Because the pot has a very thick bottom, it does take about 4-5 minutes to get very hot on medium heat. It is a wonderful pot....use the same utensils that you would have used in your nonstick to protect the interior from scratches. Give it a try!
2207430
yes because you can adjust the temperature really low if you want. When you turn the temperature control knob it will gradually change the temperature. It doesn't jump up from too cold to burning hot. I have two of these grills.why? great price, easy to clean, small enough to store it. I did not want a top griddle plate to get in the way and flop around. Cooks burgers good, but thick pieces of chicken will have to be cut thinner or finished off in the oven for sure. That's where the upper cooking grill is needed. I have a spare one if I need it if the first one fails.
1577727
Hi - This is lighter than a roasting pan and not as deep. I do not recommend using it to roast meats. Lasagna and casseroles would be fine. I hope this helps.
29543
It works great! It is also extremely sturdy. You can cook just about anything that you would put on the stove top or in the oven in it. I have even scrambled eggs in it. Excellent for reheating leftovers and take out.
2041335
Hi...I own two of these and love them. The Calphalon 5 qt tri-ply stainless steel dutch oven heats very fast. I've used it to cook curry chicken, brown stew chicken and even rice and I've never had food stick to the bottom. Here's the trick with stainless steel pots....if cooking meats, add about a tablespoon of oil to the pot before you add the meat, allow the oil to get very hot. Because the pot has a very thick bottom, it does take about 4-5 minutes to get very hot on medium heat. It is a wonderful pot....use the same utensils that you would have used in your nonstick to protect the interior from scratches. Give it a try! Hi...I own two of these and love them. The Calphalon 5 qt tri-ply stainless steel dutch oven heats very fast. I've used it to cook curry chicken, brown stew chicken and even rice and I've never had food stick to the bottom. Here's the trick with stainless steel pots....if cooking meats, add about a tablespoon of oil to the pot before you add the meat, allow the oil to get very hot. Because the pot has a very thick bottom, it does take about 4-5 minutes to get very hot on medium heat. It is a wonderful pot....use the same utensils that you would have used in your nonstick to protect the... » Read More Hi...I own two of these and love them. The Calphalon 5 qt tri-ply stainless steel dutch oven heats very fast. I've used it to cook curry chicken, brown stew chicken and even rice and I've never had food stick to the bottom. Here's the trick with stainless steel pots....if cooking meats, add about a tablespoon of oil to the pot before you add the meat, allow the oil to get very hot. Because the pot has a very thick bottom, it does take about 4-5 minutes to get very hot on medium heat. It is a wonderful pot....use the same utensils that you would have used in your nonstick to protect the interior from scratches. Give it a try! « Show Less
191190
I used mine in a Dutch Oven, just to keep the meat off the bottom of the Dutch Oven when I'm roasting a Turkey breast, & it worked great.
727043
Yes, just like L.Troung said it's just like a thermos but a much bigger version. We have cooked casseroles using meat like lamb and chicken and the meat was tender.
2226695
You could, but as long as you realize it's going to bend from the heat and weight. I'm not sure what 'sturdy' item other people are using, but I had a cast iron skillet on mine for one weekend and by the end it was bowed in the middle and all the paint had chipped off.
1951538
Yes I used the rack for chicken in the oven and worked fine. The only complaint is it is hard to clean spray with cooking spray, it helps. Otherwise best pan and rack set I have owned.
1401877
I have never tried it, but the stoneware crock itself is very sturdy and I have put less sturdy casseroles in the oven at 350 degrees. Seems it would work quite well as an extra warming utensil.
2048278
you should be able to, but if you have the char-broil then I think the roast might come out better in there vs the oven
792445
Yes, very much. I have done this before for other foods in a casserole dish, and keep it on lower heat.