{"id":1163755,"date":"2019-09-03T15:41:03","date_gmt":"2019-09-03T20:41:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?p=1163755"},"modified":"2024-05-27T06:25:46","modified_gmt":"2024-05-27T11:25:46","slug":"roasting-pan-buying-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/roasting-pan-buying-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"What Size Roasting Pan Do I Need? Here’s How to Choose."},"content":{"rendered":"If you're like most people, the only time you think about your roasting pan is the night before Thanksgiving when someone is tasked with searching the basement or hall closet for the pan that cooked last year's bird.\u00a0But guess what: Roasting pans are surprisingly versatile.<\/a> They're great for cooking all kinds of meats and vegetables, even baking up big batches of lasagna. A roasting pan's high walls also make it the ideal vessel for custards or cheesecakes that require a water bath. Regardless of what you plan to cook in it, there are several factors you should consider when purchasing a roasting pan<\/a>. Here are the top things to keep in mind.\r\n\r\nIf you're new to roasting, check out our step-by-step guide on how to cook a turkey<\/a>.\r\n

What Size Do You Need?<\/h3>\r\nThough it might seem silly, make sure you know the internal measurements of your oven, particularly if it is a smaller model. When looking at roasting pan sizes, be sure to take into account the thickness of the walls and the height of the handles, especially if they are permanently extended. In general, you want to choose the smallest roasting pan that fits your needs\u2014too big and the juices can burn; too small and constricted airflow won't allow for even cooking.\r\n\r\nIn general, when cooking turkeys:\r\n