How to Cook With a Granite Ware Roaster

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By G. K. Bayne
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Granite Ware roasters are available in two different models. The rectangular roaster is sold without a lid and may or may not include a roasting rack. The oval roaster is sold with a high, domed lid, and the bottom of the roasting pan is embossed with a tree design that lifts the meat off of the bottom of the pan, allowing fats to drip away from the meat.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Granite Ware Roaster
Roasting rack
Plastic or nylon kitchen scrubby

Step 1

Place the roasting rack in the Granite Ware roaster, if using the rectangular model. If you don't have a roasting rack that will fit, cut an onion into 1-inch slices. Use the slices to elevate the meat off of the bottom of the pan.
Step 2

Place the meat in the roasting pan, centering it as much as possible in the pan. This will help keep the meat from sticking to the sides of the pan.
Step 3

Cover the pan with the domed lid or cover with aluminum foil to cook the meat faster. For foods such as roasts or turkey, cover the meat during the first two-thirds of the cooking time, and then uncover the meat to brown as the meat reaches the proper serving temperature.
Step 4

Pre-heat the oven to the desired temperature and place the roaster inside. Cook for the length of time specified in the recipe.
Step 5

Use only a plastic or nylon kitchen scrubby to clean your Granite Ware roaster. Because the pan is enameled-coated steel, small scratches in the surface can cause the pan to rust.

Tips & Warnings

Granite Ware roasters are budget friendly, being one of the least expensive types on the market.
Because they are made of steel, Granite Ware roasters heat quickly in the oven and distribute the heat evenly. This makes them perfect for roasting a turkey.
Granite Ware pots, pans and dish sets are often used for camping.
This brand can be found at most retailers that sell kitchen cookware. Other Granite Ware pieces can often be found in the sporting goods department.
Granite Ware is a popular item sold at garage sales and flea markets. You can often purchase pieces for a fraction of the cost of new.
Spray the roaster with non-stick spray if the food you're cooking is likely to stick.
Because the steel used in a Granite Ware roaster is thin, it's not recommended for use on the stovetop.