Turkey Roaster (Not political!)

[ballroombelle]

Does anyone have any opinions about roasters-
specifically stainless steel vs. aluminum non-stick?

And how big? (let's say you need to feed around 12 people?

Thanks.

 

[rascalmom]

I have a stainless steel roasting pan, but honestly I prefer using the disposable aluminum roasting pans. I put it on a cookie sheet and use a Reynolds oven bag. My turkey always turns out moist and tender.

 

[ballroombelle]

Is it just bc the mess isn't worth it? I'm just kind of worriedabout the potential burnt-on mess on what initially appears to be a gleaming beautiful stainless roaster.

 

[oogieboogie]

I have a huge non-stick roaster with a v-rack insert. I love mine. I put a cup of chicken broth/stock in the roaster and the steam will keep the turkey moist. That and cooking at a lower temperature for longer time. I also put herb butter between the skin and meat and when the butter melts, it also keeps the turkey moist and makes it so much tastier.

 

[rascalmom]

I like the disposable one because it eliminates a lot of the mess. With the bag I still cook at a low temperature. I usually have 12-16 people at my house. Everyone brings something, but I'm left doing the turkey, dressing, gravy and several desserts. With the disposable pan I just poor off the juices I need and get rid of the rest. No worring about cleaning up a huge roaster or having it take up space in my sink just as my guests are arriving.

 

[ksjayhawks]

Spray your roaster thoroughly with PAM or similar product and that will help with cleanup. Use the butter flavor.

 

[diznygirl]

I promise not to tell my brother the chef about the Disers using bags to cook their turkeys!



Disposable is nice, but I prefer the solid dependability of the roasting pan. MIL had a turkey end up on the floor with one of the disposable pans. But that's a story for another thread.......

 

[Sleepy]

I have an electric roaster. I love it. Keeps my oven free for the rest of the meal preparation. All I do is line the insert pan with aluminum foil to avoid mess. Hoping my transformer can carry it without popping the electricity in the house. UGGHHH......European electricity difference!

 

[HisEllyNelly]

I use a black agate roasting pan ( think thats what its called) with a teflon coated v-shaped rack. The pan is huge and we usually have a 23 pound turkey.Turkey always comes out great.But...lol...my ex took the pan and my mom is hosting Thanksgiving this year so I guess I dont have to worry about it.

 

[crz4mm2]

I have a nesco non stick roaster that I LOVE. Have had one for years and it is the only thing I use to cook a turkey. I put some water in the bottom, turkey on the rack and baste every once in a while. Always comes out moist and tasty.
Cleanup is a breeze.
Good luck. I would buy another nesco (this is my second one).