Roasting on the porch
Yup, here in Alabama, we still use ours on the porch
I have a Westinghouse like Xraytech's and a Nesco with a window and vent in the lid. I have the original enamel pans for the Nesco and the glass pans for the Westy. I think the Westy glass loaf pans with lids are the easiest to find.
The three dish sets were intended for cooking a full meal in the roaster. I've done it before, and it works well.
I've done a nice Turkey in the Nesco and opened the vent towards the end.
I've never done a cake, but will have to try one now.
Sarah