Product DescriptionDesigned to meet the exacting standards of commercial bakers and gourmet bakers who prefer traditional baking on uncoated pans. The uncoated surface offers good reflectivity for even dispersion of heat -- which means more consistent, even baking and gradual browning. After repeated use, darkening of the metal will actually enhance baking performance. Two stainless steel handles riveted to the pan make removing the pan from the oven easy. Perfectly sized for baking lasagna or roasting meats or poultry. Includes a non-stick roasting rack with fold-down handles. Crafted from heavy-weight aluminized steel, which combines the durability, strength, and superior heat conduction of steel with the corrosion-resistance of an aluminum-silicone alloy. Precise, proprietary ''folding'' technology is the key to the unique construction and strength of the pan; steel is folded over at the ends, which triples the corner thickness and reinforces the rim. A wire rod is curled inside the rim for extra strength and warp-resistance. Dishwasher safe. 25 year limited warranty.
What Others Say
Good sturdy pan
I use this pan mostly for turkey and pulled pork. It is a nice sturdy pan with a useful rack inside. It washes well in the dishwasher. I recommend putting a couple of cups of water at the bottom when cooking turkey. This makes a nice stock at the bottom and prevents burning. Also, if you do the 'upside down' method of cooking turkey, you should probably spray the rack with cooking spray so that it will not stick when you go to turn the bird right side up. This fits a 15lb bird perfectly. Anything larger may not fit.
For pulled pork, just line the bottom of the pan underneath the rack with aluminum foil and spray the rack with cooking spray before adding your rubbed pork butt.
Not too Pleased Made in China
I thought that all Chicago metallic products were made in the USA. This pan was Made in China. Perhaps the pan will still perform well, but I would have not purchased had I known this in advance. Just my humble opinion.
Residential use - love it.
My husband & I are not professional cooks, just enjoy cooking together in the kitchen. I had been using a huge baking dish for roasting meats & poultry. The handles are WONDERFUL!! both on the rack & on the pan itself. Easy to use, easy to manuver, and cleans up GREAT in the dishwasher (I was a bit apprehensive at first). So glad I sprang for the extra $$ for this pan as opposed to the smaller one that was non-stick. Larger and like handles on both rack & pan while the non-stick is not an issue as long as I spray with Pam before use.
