Customer Reviews

Cuisinart SF98-15 Chef's Classic Nonstick Stainless 15-Inch by 11-Inch Large Roaster with Domed Cover

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I bought this pan as a non-stick alternative to a Calphalon hard anodized pan. I wanted a non stick pan for easy cleanup when I did not require the traditional dark deglaze associated with a hard anodized pan (better than the clearer non stick deglaze IMHO).

I am completely satisfied with this pan. It is a great looking pan which I expect will be very durable. The entire non stick stainless line is very easy to clean and this pan is no exception. The steam vent on the top is a clever feature. The pan is oblong shaped and will fit into many sinks as a result. In a nutshell I'd say this is a brilliant design compared to my Calphalon roasting pans (which are fine pans as well).

If I could obtain hard anodized versions of this pan I consider buying them to replace my Calphalon roasting pans.

I am strongly considering buying the larger version of this Cuisinart Nonstick Stainless-Steel roasting pan (Cuisinart makes a larger size too) so I can use it for those rare occasions where I entertain and need to roast a giant turkey, multiple smaller chickens / turkeys and/or a large amount of veggies.

This pan is awesome. I am 100% satisfied with it. Definitely one of my favorites.

First I would like to say that this roaster is very high quality. After receiving this as a wedding present, we immediately used it on a roast beef dinner and it performed well. The handles are comfortable, the fit and finish of the pan is very high quality, and the design and features are all excellent. Using the roasting rack provided resulted in a lot of beef juices left in the bottom of the pan. With a bit of stovetop thickening (which the brochure said was possible with this pan), the juices made a wonderful gravy. The non-stick qualities of the bottom were excellent. I hand washed the pan in about a minute with NO stuck-on food in the bottom!

My only complaint with this pan is in how it is marketed. Cuisinart makes both a "Large" and an "Extra-Large" roasting pan. Since the "Large" pan is supposed to be able to handle an 18 pound turkey, I chose this one. Now that I have it, I kind of wish that I had gone with the bigger "Extra-Large" roaster because I doubt that an 18 pound bird is going to fit into the smaller pan without touching the sides all the way around. Amazingly, the "Large" pan (15"x11") boasts enough capacity for an 18 pound turkey, but the "Extra Large" pan (18"x13") claims that it is perfect for roasting chicken! I think that the product descriptions must have been switched or something...

I have no doubt that I will be using my pan a great deal and be very happy with its performance. Since Thanksgiving only comes once a year, I will only regret not getting the bigger pan at that time!

If it is possible to "love" a pan-This is the one! After using an old enamel pan (for 30 years-it finally rusted through) I saw this stainless beauty & bought it. How was it possible to cook before? This pan bakes "everything" evenly. I have used it to bake severeal loaves of bread at once, chicken, fish, meat, beans, etc. Whatever I put into this pan, comes out of the oven done to perfection. This pan cleans up easily and is very sturdy; I always hand wash my best pans and knifes-I do not know how well it will do in a dishwasher. Sincerely, Gail Benjamin

This is a fabulous and versatile roasting dish. The non-stick surface makes cleaning up a breeze, and it even allows you to cook in the pan (potatoes au gratin, anyone?). I often eschew conventional glass baking dishes for this non-stick pan--but be sure to adjust your baking temperature, as dark, non-stick surfaces do not require as much heat! This pan is value-prices as well; I would have paid twice what Amazon is asking! All in all, this is a great pan, a great price and a FANTASTIC addition to my kitchen!

Love the pan. Great and exceeds expectations.
The pan cooks extremely well and keeps the juices in very nicely. No more aluminum foil over the top of the turkey.
The one negative is that the rack in the bottom of the pan appears to have started rusting. I thought the entire thing was made out of stainless !
Well, that's a minor problem, just have to dry it off quickly from now on.

I needed a roaster but found none with a cover in two major stores so decided to order online. I found this quickly here on amazon, and the price is pretty darn good!
I read all the reviews and own this item for 3 weeks, and used it 4 times. Here's how I think it sizes up:
DRAWBACKS:
1-the only drawback I read about was that the rack rusts, and this is very true. I decided to buy the item anyway, as I really needed a roasting pan and didn't think I needed the rack. It is very dangerous to eat rust so I am surprised and disappointed in Cuisinart for this. The rust does wash right off, and I still do use the rack. I'd just recommend removing it promptly after cooking.
2-i did not see anyone mention that the handles are connected to the non stick bottom and POKE THROUGH TO THE INSIDE. This is a design that I avoid when buying any pot/pan because it makes it harder or impossible to clean. It is so far no problem to clean.

I love this pan as do the other reviewers. The size is perfect (I roast two large, whole chickens with lotsa veggies around) the non-stick works great, the weight is great, and heats VERY evenly. The cover is domed which is perfect for roasting as you start out with a big buncha meat which shrinks as it cooks.

I would, despite the drawbacks, buy this again, and if I ever need a bigger one for a turkey I'll be getting the larger sized one for sure.

Anything you could possibly want to cook. I bought this item because I thought the price was right for something I might use occasionally. However, this item has now replaced all my bake ware. I have only had it for a few months but it is holding up under regular use very well.

I bought this pan a few months ago based solely on the Cuisinart reputation. I was a bit surprised that it was so thin and light but it hasn't affected the way it cooks. I have used it for everything from a half ham to a gigantic lasagne and have had wonderful results each and every time. If you're looking for a good roasting pan, I recommend this one.

It holds an 18 lb. turkey and cleans easily. What more could you want?

Jody loved this so much she bought me one for my birthday!
It is without a doubt the greatest roaster I have ever seen or owned, so great in fact I am buying one for my Mom. What a great gift, thanks Jody, I love it!