‘Tis the season for roasting pans. Perhaps you’re preparing a beautifully bronzed turkey for a traditional Thanksgiving feast. Maybe your gathering of loved ones prefers to carve a richly savory rib roast or decadently sweetened glazed ham for the festivities. No matter your preferred holiday main course, it will probably require a good roasting pan. And if you’ve already pushed your way to the back of a messy pantry this season only to discover that your roasting pan needs replacing, we’re here to help.
Nordic Ware Copper Turkey Roaster with Rack
Amazon
Food & Wine tested roasting pans, reviewing and rating each on factors like pan size, material, rack size, ease of cleaning, and, of course, cooking ability. Of the tested pans, we found the Nordic Ware Copper Turkey Roaster to be the “best splurge” for its extra large size, ample surface area, comfortable handles, and (most importantly) delicious gravy-making capabilities. And right now, Amazon has this beautiful roasting pan on sale.
The Nordic Ware had the largest surface area of the roaster pans we tested, making it ideal for roasting large quantities of ingredients like vegetables and large pieces of meat. Many of us have experienced the early morning Thanksgiving struggle of trying to cram an oversized bird into an undersized pan. This roasting pan takes all of that stress away with its generous size. And while the nonstick coating of this pan prohibits it from temperatures over 400°F (which shouldn’t be a problem with a slow roast anyway), we loved how easy it was to clean. We also found that this roaster pan was the best at making temperature-controlled, mouth-wateringly delicious gravy, which, let’s be honest, is the most important part of the meal.
Crafted from sturdy aluminized steel with a copper finish, this Nordic Ware roaster has high sides and a wide base, making it ideal for cooking large quantities of dishes like roasted potatoes, casseroles, and any number of roasted meats and proteins. The large handles are incredibly comfortable, made from polished cast aluminum, and ergonomically shaped for easy lifting and shifting in the oven.
One reviewer raves, “I love this Nordic Ware pan. I cooked the best Thanksgiving turkey in one this year, then promptly went out and bought another for my mom for Christmas. Well worth the money.”
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At the time of publishing, the price was $90.