It’s roasting season. Maybe you are prepare a nicely tanned turkey for a traditional Thanksgiving celebration. Maybe your gathering of loved ones prefers to sculpt a rich savory rib roast or decadently sweet glazed ham for the festivities. Whatever your favorite holiday main dish, it will probably require a good roasting pan. And if you’ve already pushed your way to the back of a messy pantry this season only to discover that your rotisserie needs to be replaced, we are here to help.

Nordic Ware Copper Turkey Roaster with Stand

Gastronomy and wine roasters testedreviewing and rating each based on factors like pan size, material, rack size, ease of cleaning, and of course, cooking capacity. Of the pans tested, we found the Nordic Ware Copper Turkey Roaster to be the “best splurge” for its extra large size, large surface area, comfortable handles, and (most importantly) delicious sauce preparation capabilities. And right now, Amazon has this gorgeous roasting pan on sale.

Nordic Ware had the largest surface area roasters we tested, making it ideal for roasting large quantities of ingredients like vegetables and large cuts of meat. Many of us have experienced the Thanksgiving morning struggle of trying to fit an oversized bird into a pan that’s too small. This roasting pan eliminates all that stress with its generous size. And while this pan’s nonstick coating prohibits it from temperatures above 400°F (which shouldn’t be a problem with slow roasting anyway), we loved how easy it was to clean. We also found that this roaster was best for making delicious, temperature-controlled gravy, which, let’s be honest, is the most important part of the meal.

Made from sturdy aluminized steel with a copper finish, this Nordic Ware roasting pan has high sides and a wide base, making it ideal for cooking large quantities of dishes like roasted potatoesstews and a number of roasted meats and proteins. The large handles are incredibly comfortable, made from polished cast aluminum and ergonomically shaped for easy lifting and moving around the oven.

A critic raves“I love this Nordic Ware pan. I cooked the best Thanksgiving turkey in one go this year, then immediately went out and bought another one for my mom for Christmas. It’s definitely worth it.

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At the time of publication, the price was $90.