What are casserole dishes used for?

Casseroles are a versatile piece of kit – they can be used to make soups, stews, pot roasts, sauces – the list goes on. 

For the home cook, a good one is an essential. 

A casserole that is suitable for hob and oven and is attractive enough for serving at the table maximises practicality and minimises washing-up.

What is casserole material?

Casserole dishes come in various materials, but they are most commonly made from glass, ceramic, or enameled cast iron. 

Glass pans are simple and convenient, and they allow you to peer in between the layers of your dish to see how ingredients are cooking without cutting into it.

Do you put the lid on a casserole dish in the oven?

Generally, casseroles with grains, rice or pasta that will cook during the baking process are usually covered, for at least part of the time. 

Casseroles made of cooked ingredients are usually baked uncovered. 

If you like a crisper, browner top, be sure the casserole is uncovered for at least part of the bake time.

What's the difference between a casserole dish and a baking dish?

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Is a casserole dish the same as a baking dish? 

A casserole dish is a type of baking dish, but not all baking dishes are casserole dishes. 

Typically, a casserole dish is a large rectangular vessel that's oven-safe and can hold larger recipes like lasagna or another type of one-dish meal.

Is it better to cook casseroles covered or uncovered?

Covering a casserole helps the dish cook evenly, stay moist, and prevents burning. 

Uncovering helps with browning, crisping and allowing for steam to release.

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