For the second time now I was given the opportunity to test out a piece of Circulon cookware that’s offered at Canadian Tire. Last time, it was one of their non-stick skillets, and you can see that review here. This time around I got to play around with their double non-stick roaster. I have cooked a ton of meals and sides in this, and I’ll get to all those details in just a second. The first thing you need to know though, is that this roaster will change the way you cook.
I know, you’re thinking sure, it’ll change the way I cook. OK.
But I’m serious, and I know, because I started off by having a lot of trouble cooking in it. I was prepping food the way I normally would when I’m tossing it in my stainless roaster, or on a baking sheet. I’d toss the veggies in some oil, and by some, I mean enough so that they wouldn’t just stick and burn to the metal. The first (cough, and second, and third) time I tried cooking in this roaster, I did the same. They kept coming up too greasy, and I couldn’t figure out why.
That’s when I finally asked the question, and was put in touch with the awesome people working at Circulon (seriously, awesome, and SO helpful! Hi Galit!). Hilariously, in my email, I mentioned that I felt like the roaster was “too non-stick”. They must have had a good laugh at that one. The truth is, this roaster is INCREDIBLY non-stick, and that’s an awesome thing. That is what will change the way you cook.
Finally, I had the secret to roasting in this baby – skip the fat. Use only the tiniest little bit, just enough to get some flavour if you must. The non-stick coating in this roaster is THAT GOOD. Finally, once I started keeping the fat away from the pan, my carrots came out perfectly tender with slightly crisp edges here and there. Potatoes browned up nicely, and weren’t soggy or greasy at all. Imagine – roasting potatoes in the oven, full of flavour, without all kinds of added fat to keep them from sticking.
The only thing to watch out for with this roaster is really fatty cuts of meat (mainly beef). Make sure if you’re roasting those, you keep the lid off as much as possible so that the rendered fat can burn off and not just pool at the bottom.
Another note on that lid – it doubles as a second roasting pan – this is major, especially with the holidays coming up – who doesn’t need a second pan to throw in the oven.
Did Someone Say Giveaway?
UPDATE: Congratulations to Mary Butt for winning the non-stick skillet! I just sent you an email 🙂 Sorry for the delay in posting everyone, we had some trouble with out van yesterday that ate up my afternoon. Thanks to everyone for their awesome comments. Be sure to keep your eyes peeled next week for another great giveaway!
Now for something really great. Those awesome people at Circulon are letting me give away one of their skillets that I also love so much to one of my Canadian readers. Just leave me a comment on this post, and tell me what holiday side dish you’re looking forward to the most! I’ll randomly pick the winner Friday December 11th, 2015 at noon. Merry Christmas everyone!!
Taylor
My favourite side dish is sweet potatoe casserole that my grandmother makes, it has marshmallows on top which get nice and crunchy, so yummy!
Katrina
Sweet potato casserole is a staple at our Christmas too! I’m trying a new recipe this year that has pecans on top too (please let it be just as good).
Jackie Lunn
My favorite side is mashed carrot/ turnip mixed together! So yummy cook them together and mash with butter and brown sugar, one of my favorites!
Katrina
That sounds great! I was thinking of trying a mashed turnip and apple mix this year 🙂
Sarah
What a great review! Roast potatoes are by far my families favorite. ?
Katrina
Roast potatoes seem to be the faviourite!
Sharon
I’m looking forward to having my mom’s stuffimg!
Katrina
I need a good stuffing recipe! That and gravy I struggle with.
Marisa Silver
We celebrate Hanukkah, so my favourite side dish will be latkes with sour cream and apple sauce!
Katrina
Happy Hanukkah! I LOVE latkes! I’m actually making them tonight to go with some burgers. WAY better than fries! I’m an apple sauce girl with them 🙂
Mary Butt
Sweet potato casserole by far with the addition of nutmeg, cinnamon and pecans. Should be a dessert rather then a side. Add a little bit of rum and it is really good.
Katrina
Mary, hadn’t thought of rum… you’re speaking my language!
Katrina
Congratulations Mary! You’ve won the skillet from Circulon! I’ll be sending you an email shortly 🙂
Jonnie
I am most looking forward to mashed potatoes with gravy. I love homemade turkey gravy! Thanks for the chance!
Katrina
The gravy is giving me the most stress this year!
Rosanna mitchell
Bacon and onion roasted Brussels sprouts so good.
Katrina
I love those too! My cousin is vegetarian, and I’m trying to have him not miss out on anything but the turkey (sorry Jake). I’m trying them roasted with honey and balsamic this year.
Ashleigh Eldridge
Roast Potatoes! I was raised by a British mother so we never have mashed potatoes. mmmm roast potatoes….
Katrina
I prefer roast potatoes, but my husband will divorce me if there aren’t mashed.
Nessie
Braised red cabbage with lots of apples and winter spices. Yummy
Katrina
I haven’t had braised red cabbage like that in years, I’d forgotten about it! Time to make that again soon!
Deanna Hutton
Scalloped potatoes … layers and layers of potatoes, milk, flour, and several sharp, old cheddars. Cooked til the cheese is brown and bubbly on top. I love it bc it stays so hot while you are serving everything else!
Katrina
LOVE scalloped potatoes!
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