Copyright 2019 by Barbara Moore
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Table of Contents
Why One Dish?
It seems a lifetime ago that the kitchen was the womans domain where she would spend a large proportion of her day preparing complex meals for the whole family. Today, were all busier than ever before. Making dinner isnt only the responsibility of the woman of the house in many households everyone takes their turn to get the food on the table!
Modern life moves at a hectic pace. Working hours are longer than ever, and families are often rushing around trying to get everything done from household chores to taking the kids to extracurricular activities. It all leaves very little time to dedicate to cooking.
So, how can todays busy families come up with speedy yet delicious family meals that everyone will enjoy without having to spend hours sweating over a hot stove?
With less and less time available in which to prepare food, more families are turning to pre-prepared ready meals or takeout fast food. As a result, obesity levels are on the rise and children are growing up unhealthier than ever before. Luckily, theres a solution to this problem that allows you to create and prepare a host of exciting, tasty and yet incredibly simple evening meals for even the pickiest of family members without having to spend hours stirring, blending and mixing.
So, what is the answer?
The answer lies in the humble roasting tin! Something that has been a kitchen staple for generations but that has never been used to its full potential until now.
Theres never been a more convenient way to cook than by harnessing the power of the simple roasting tin. A one-size-fits-all solution to preparing everything from meat and fish classics to tasty vegetarian dishes and even snacks and desserts, the roasting tin should be the number one cooking vessel in any modern kitchen. Making it a breeze to whip up a wide variety of both traditional and unusual dinners, it can make preparing your familys suppers a considerably less tedious and time consuming chore.
The concept of this cookbook is an easy one simply spend a few minutes preparing the ingredients when you get home from work, throw them into your favorite roasting pan or tin and let your oven take the strain! Gone are the days when you needed to stir endless sauces, or prepare different components separately. Armed with these tasty recipes, you can prepare family-friendly meals in minutes, leaving them in your oven cooking while you get on with enjoying some quality time something that is all too precious in these hectic times!
So, are you ready to find out more about how you can prepare family meals quickly and easily with a single dish? Then read on and discover everything you need to know!
What Is A Roasting Tin?
The first thing that we need to clarify before we go any further is the definition of a roasting tin. It may sound obvious, but in fact there are a few misconceptions about what a roasting tin actually is.
Many people think that a roasting tin (or pan) and a baking dish are the same thing. In fact, they arent. Nevertheless, they can often be used interchangeably, since in some cases each can perform the function of the other. The difference is more down to tradition and custom than anything physical, but there are a few generalizations that you need to bear in mind.
The Standard Roasting Tin
Sometimes known as a roasting pan, a roasting tin is always made from a durable material that is capable of withstanding some serious scrubbing. This is because the proteins and juices from roast meats cook onto the pan and are hard to remove. For this reason, most roasting tins are made from aluminum or other metals, but sometimes they may be ceramic or glass.
A roasting tin is designed to be big enough and deep enough to hold a turkey or large joint, and therefore, their sides are generally 2.5 3 in height so the cooking juices can be easily contained without spilling out all over the oven. Many roasting tins also feature indented bottoms or have included racks so the roast can be held above the juices that come out of the meat during the cooking process.
Roasting tins are staples in the majority of kitchens. It makes it more convenient to roast a turkey and if youre cooking whole chickens, or pork or beef roasts, theyre indispensable. Thanks to their special design, they can cook large cuts of meat evenly, trapping the juices beneath. However, if you do not happen to own one, dont panic. You can still prepare the recipes in this book using a baking dish.
The Standard Baking Dish
Although baking dishes are similar to roasting tins, they arent the same thing. For a start, their shape and size is more flexible than those of a roasting tin. Also, theyre traditional made from ceramic materials or glass, although sometimes enameled cast iron or other materials may be used.
A baking dish can be oblong, square or round, and may be either deep or shallow, however the sides are generally only around 1 2 in height. Many will also come with their own matching lid making them suitable for use in your refrigerator or oven.
What Are The Differences Between The Two?
Roasting tins:
Come in different sizes, but all are large enough to accommodate a joint that can feed a small family
Come with a rack
Have no lid
Usually have a non-stick coating of polymer or enamel
Baking dishes:
How Are Baking Dishes And Roasting Tins Used?
Primarily, a roasting tin is used (as you can guess from the name) for roasting foods. Yet, theres nothing to stop you from using one as an extra-large baking dish for preparing a large side dish, casserole or cake. If your tin didnt come with its over cover, you can use aluminum foil to cover it whenever necessary.
A baking dish can be used for even more purposes. The smallest sizes can be used as a ramekin for serving crme brulee while the largest sizes are perfect for making casseroles. Typically, they heat up more rapidly than metal roasting tins, and can hold heat better. They also, importantly, can be used to roast meat.
Can I Use Either A Roasting Tin Or Baking Dish For These Recipes?
The purpose for which weve created this cookbook is to assist you in making one dish meals that are swift, tasty and convenient. For a lot of these recipes, its possible to use either a roasting tin or a baking dish to prepare the ingredients involved and to cook them quickly and easily. One element that you need to keep in mind, though, is that if you will be roasting a joint you will usually need to use a roasting pan that has a rack since the juices will run down into the base of the dish which could then potentially ruin any other ingredients cooking in the tray.
Now that you know the differences between a baking dish and a roasting tin and you understand their uses, its time to start cooking.
Which Ingredients Do I Need To Prepare For Roasting Tin Recipes?