Casserole cooking is one of the most satisfying methods among chefs, chefs, and people who simply cook for food. If you're confused about the topic, here's another blog post that hopefully clears up a few questions about casseroles. Like, what are they, really? And how do you use them? One question at a time.
What is the casserole?
We can call casserole all those containers whose height is less than their diameter. If the pot you're looking at doesn't meet this requirement, then it's, well, a pot. However, you can also find tall or deep saucepans on the market, where the height exceeds the radius, or medium-sized saucepans where the height and radius are equal.
But enough geometry, let's move on to the Fun facts : Saucepans can have either one long handle or two handles, straight sides, and a lid.
Casserole cooking: everything you need to know
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One : the saucepan, unlike the pot, has a height that is less than its diameter.
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Two: It is recommended to cook stewed foods in it, therefore meat in pieces or morsels, vegetables, and molluscs with tentacles.
- Three: the best material is non-stick aluminum, more practical and versatile than cast iron or copper.
Cooking in a casserole: here's the secret
Over time, casserole cooking has become a sort of separate genre. Taking advantage of the difference between the two dimensions mentioned earlier, some have noticed that certain cooking methods are better than others. In particular, stewed dishes , those that include small pieces of food held together by a sauce or cream.
The shape of the saucepan allows for a smaller evaporation surface compared to its actual capacity: this means sauces evaporate much more slowly and, consequently, slow down the overall cooking process, making it more gentle. The saucepan lid is essential: it helps balance the steam and aromas.
Since it's a stew that requires a medium-long cooking time, it's recommended to cook meat (in pieces or morsels), vegetables, and shellfish with tentacles. The secret to perfect casserole cooking, therefore, is simply to choose the most suitable dishes.
The best materials for the saucepan
To cook in a casserole dish properly, it's vital to choose the right material. We recommend those made of cast iron or aluminum . We exclude copper for the simple fact that they are very difficult to keep in good condition.
Cast iron is generally preferred because it concentrates aromas and flavors, and unlike copper, it doesn't require much effort to clean. However, it's a very expensive and heavy material.
The best solution would therefore be to take some Aluminum casseroles . We at Mamù Pentole can offer you a wide selection on our website, have you seen it yet? Ours are also non-stick, so you don't have to worry too much about anything sticking to the bottom either.
