Counter top roaster vs. oven - pros, cons, benefits, etc?

[polkanut]

I know this should be in "Shoppers Square", but I thought it was appropriate for this thread.

 

For sale is a nice old Nesco roaster w/ stand.

http://wausau.craigslist.org/atq/5741133653.html

 

[xraytech]

Yesterday I made cabbage rolls, only made about a dozen large ones, but I use my Westinghouse roaster because it's easier than layering them in a big pot. I also use the roaster liners for a no fuss clean up

 

[polkanut]

Sam,

Where did you find the liners?  Thinking about using them next June when my parents celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary.  I'm thinking about making cheesy hash browns in our 20 quart electric roaster.

 

[xraytech]

There are a few small mom and pop bulk good stores here that sell them. They come 2 in a box.
If you'd like I can mail you a box

 

[tomturbomatic]

If you have a dishwasher, at least a KitchenAid, the inset pan fits in the bottom rack and washes clean as a whistle.

 

[3lephant]

Such ovens are specially made for turkey, I think.

https://bakingreview.com/oster-91116-02-telford-covered-dutch-oven-6-quart-red/

 

[sarahperdue]

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