How Do You Cook In A Roasting Pan?
Many people think of roasting pans only at Thanksgiving when they have to roast the turkey for the holiday, but a roasting pan can be a useful addition to your cookware if you know how to use one. There are many different types and styles of roasting pan, but the basic method of cooking with them is similar. Preheat the oven to a high temperature (usually 400 degrees F or above) as directed by your recipe. This will help to brown the outside of the meat you are cooking and seal in the juices (see Resources). Liberally season the meat and or vegetables with salt, pepper, seasonings, herbs and spices. Place the roasting rack inside of roasting pan. Put the meat on top of the roasting rack, which will help to drain excess juices off of the roast so that the outside can get crispy during the initial high heat roasting phase. Place fish, low-fat meats and vegetables with a cooking liquid and additional fat directly into the roasting pan, without using a roasting rack. Follow the amounts for
