Calphalon Simply Calphalon Nonstick Hard Anodized Aluminum Roaster with Flat Rack
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: CalphalonBrand: Calphalon
Release Date: 2006-07-24
Model: SHR1814HP
Color: Charcoal gray
Product features:
- Calphalon's signature hard-anodized aluminum construction for excellent conductivity and even heating
- The interior surface is double-coated with Calphalon's sturdy, reliable nonstick coating
- Contoured stainless-steel handles provide safe, comfortable grip
- Hand wash only; oven safe to 450 degrees
- Measures 16 by 12 by 3 inches; 10-year warranty
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Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Calphalon Simply Calphalon Nonstick Hard Anodized Aluminum Roaster with Flat Rack
Customer Review: Practically Perfect In Every Way
Summary: 5 Stars
I love this roaster. It's exactly the right size for both roasting (it's perfect for two large chickens) and for lasagna (three-layers), clean-up couldn't be easier or faster, and it's sturdy without being unnecessarily heavy (you don't need tri-ply for oven roasting). The handles are more upright than angled out so it doesn't require a lot of extra space sideways in the oven. And the rack is flat (though raised slightly off the floor of the pan), so you don't get that mooshed look with roasts and turkeys that are roasted in those V-shaped racks.
The handles on the rack may take some getting used to since they are on the long side rather than the short side. But unless whatever is on the rack is way off-kilter, there should be no problems lifting the rack out of the pan and keeping everything balanced (and the handles are 5" wide, a third of the length of the rack, so, again, balancing should not be an issue). Chicago Metallic makes a nearly identical pan that has the rack handles on the same sides as the pan handles, but I suspect that trying to lift the pan out of the oven by the pan handles without getting tangled up in the rack handles as well might pose a problem. Lifting the Calphalon pan out of the oven is no problem at all.
Comparing pans is more difficult than it needs to be since the ads are rarely specific about pan dimentions vs overall dimensions. This can be a problem if one has one of those tiny ovens commonly found in apartments. This pan, ignoring the handles, is 12"x16". With the handles, the length becomes 18 3/4". The depth of the pan without the rack is 3", making it an excellent lasagna pan (unless you particularly want a 4" pan). With the rack and its handles, it's 4 1/2".
I've been streamlining my kitchen over the past few years, getting rid of anything that has only one function. This pan is a real multi-tasker. In addition to roasting and lasagna, I see no reason why it can't be used for a cake pan (just increase your usual 9x13 recipe accordingly) or baking pan (mini-loaves, oversized sweet rolls). Unfortunately, the pan seems to be unavailable now from Amazon, but if you can find it elsewhere, get it. You'll love it.
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Description of Calphalon Simply Calphalon Nonstick Hard Anodized Aluminum Roaster with Flat Rack
Simply Calphalon makes choosing cookware a simple proposition. Everything that counts in cookware --delicious results, good looks, easy clean up, durability-- is built right into it. An ideal choice for cooking enthusiasts on a budget, Simply Calphalon is constructed to meet Calphalon's strict standards for performance and durability. And it's designed with an eye toward simple elegance, capturing the essence of Calphalon style. Good-looking, hard-working and protected by a 10 year warranty, Simply Calphalon represents the straightforward value so many consumers are looking for. Simply Calphalon Nonstick cookware features Calphalon's signature hard-anodized aluminum construction for excellent conductivity and even heating along the bottom and sides of the pan. The interior surface is double-coated with Calphalon's sturdy, reliable nonstick coating. How do Calphalon commercial roasters ensure superb results? They're made of heavy-gauge aluminum, the ideal material for consistent heat conduction. They feature low sides, so air circulates freely around your roast and moisture evaporates quickly. They stay level, even after years of high heat exposure, and they're accompanied by our flat roasting rack! If you've never tried slow-roasted foods, now's the time to take the time.All Pans
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