Rating of the best baking pots for 2022

Heat-resistant ceramics are always relevant in the kitchen. With this eco-friendly type of cookware, you can cook delicious stewed dishes with an amazing aroma. But the choice of a baking pot should be taken seriously: to know what to look for when choosing, where to buy and how much quality dishes cost, which company is better to choose. We propose to consider the rating of the most popular baking pots in 2022 with a description of the characteristics, equipment, average price.

What are the baking pots

Since ancient times, the pot has been considered an important and very convenient type of utensil for cooking many dishes:

• roast - there are many recipes for cooking second courses from any kind of meat with vegetables and seasonings;
• porridge - stewed, with the addition of butter, it will be an excellent option for a healthy breakfast;
• pilaf - rice in earthenware, ceramic or cast-iron dishes, being boiled, becomes especially tasty, soaked in all the seasonings and meat juice;
• first courses - sautéed and hodgepodges in a pot are unusually tasty, rich and thick.

 

There are small (portioned), 200-500 ml each, and large (1-3 l) containers, for the home they often choose the first, up to six pieces. They are perfect for preparing family lunches and dinners.

Pots for baking can be made from natural materials in different ways - manually on a potter's wheel, by stamping (large volumes) or casting (different in shape and volume, often portioned):

• From clay - this natural material warms up gradually and evenly from all sides, so a natural non-stick layer is formed in it, which allows food not to stick and to be baked properly, and the narrow neck helps the condensate that forms during cooking to drain into the container into the food, making it juicier and more flavorful. Clay retains heat well, even slowly cooling in the open air. Clay pots can be matte, without any additional processing, or covered with a transparent glaze.
• From ceramics - a mixture of quartz, kaolin, clay and feldspar, which, after the obligatory firing stage at a temperature of more than 1000 degrees, acquires chemical and thermal resistance.So that the surface of the dishes does not crack due to changes in temperature and humidity, at the end of manufacturing it is covered with glaze, which also gives aesthetics and shine. There are several types of ceramics: majolica, terracotta, faience and porcelain. Since this material has the ability to absorb food odors, it is recommended to purchase a separate pot for each type of food.
• From cast iron - an alloy of iron and carbon is stronger, the greater the carbon content. Chromium is added to prevent rust formation. Cast iron cookware is durable and strong. It heats up much more slowly than clay and ceramic ones, and then gives off heat for a long time, thanks to which the cooked food has a unique stewed taste and aroma. Cast iron is afraid of only sudden changes in temperature.

The main advantages of baking pots, regardless of the material of manufacture:

1. do not emit toxic substances;
2. do not destroy vitamins;
3. heated evenly, making the dish stewed.

Criterias of choice

To clearly understand how to choose a good baking pot, it is important to rely on several parameters:

• Volume - can be from 200 ml to 3, less often up to 7 liters, it depends on the number of people for which food is supposed to be prepared;
• the manufacturer is an important component when choosing: a better-proven brand with an excellent reputation and customer reviews than a cheap product of an unknown brand;
• icing - if it is available with the dishes, there will be less fuss and problems with care, but if the product is not glazed, you will have to be patient to tinker with a capricious vessel;
• cost - can be for any wallet, but the main rule is not to proceed primarily from this criterion, because often we buy elite goods of famous brands at an overpriced price that does not fully reflect their real value. In turn, inexpensive models of domestic manufacturers may differ in high quality and good design;
• reviews - it is important to study before each purchase: from them you can learn a lot of important information about the product, which will help you decide whether to buy it or refrain from purchasing it due to objective reasons regarding external data, care features, degree of complexity and ease of use, product life , the quality of the material.

Recommendations

I would like to give a few tips on how to choose high-quality dishes for cooking in the oven:

1. If you plan to use a microwave during cooking or heating food in a pot, then it is more expedient to stop the choice on models made of natural clay, matte or with a vitreous coating, but without color painting: paints for it can be made from metal powders.
2. For the preparation of first courses, it is advisable to buy a large vessel with a narrow neck, with a rounded lid to allow condensation to drain into the cooked food for juiciness.
3. On the surface of high-quality ceramic and earthenware, there are never bumps, cracks or bubbles, it is absolutely smooth and uniform.
4. Glazed ceramics can be washed in the dishwasher using common detergents. Earthenware, on the other hand, requires careful care and delicate cleaning, excluding the use of household chemicals. Otherwise, the products may lose their original color, absorb odors.
5. It is better to use baking items only for their intended purpose, otherwise they may become unusable: darken, crack, crack.
6. The popularity of models of foreign brands is due to a beautiful design solution, original equipment. Budget models of domestic manufacturers, despite their inexpensive cost and nondescript appearance, are made of heat-resistant materials that make them practically eternal with proper handling and care.
7. It is advisable to purchase this type of dishes in special departments of household supermarkets or order online in an online store, choosing models from trusted manufacturers: they guarantee the quality and safety of their products. Products covered with cheap glaze can burst right during cooking, unable to withstand the temperature in the oven or emit substances harmful to humans.
8. It is important to study the instructions on how to prepare the product for the first use, so as not to damage its integrity and not spoil the appearance of the dishes. Clay vessels are recommended to be completely immersed for an hour in cold water, then dried naturally. But it is advisable to bake glazed ceramics or cast iron in the oven at a temperature of 230 - 250 degrees.

Rating of quality baking pots in 2022

Consider the best, according to buyers, models and sets of pots for cooking in the oven from different materials, their external characteristics, features of use, advantages and disadvantages.

Ceramic

Borisov ceramics, Prestige set

Each of the four pots of the set holds 700 ml and comes with a lid. The baking effect is achieved due to the porous structure of the walls. The round shape of the lid ensures the preservation of the thermal balance of the contents.The composition of the glaze inside and outside includes only environmentally friendly materials. Small handles on the sides make it easy to hold, place and remove the pot from the oven. Can be placed in the microwave. The set is packaged in a thick cardboard box with separate compartments for each item. The packaging is beautifully designed and tied with jute twine, which makes it possible to use the set as a gift.

• aesthetic appearance;
• comfortable volume;
• nice packaging;
• easy to wash;
• suitable for microwave
• the optimal cost is 1200 rubles.

• no.

Madeheart

A large container made of thick-walled heat-resistant ceramics is suitable for cooking first courses in the oven, as well as pilaf or porridge for the whole family. Comes with a lid with a comfortable handle. For manufacturing, the milking technique is used, thanks to which the surface is perfectly smooth and matte. Design in ethnic style, with geometric ornaments on the lid and walls. The pot is supplied with two handles for convenient holding. The narrowed neck and rounded lid prevent the liquid from evaporating from the contents, making it juicy and tasty. Suitable for placing in the oven and microwave, washable with any detergent and a soft washcloth.

• high-quality ceramics;
• easy to use (handles on the lid and walls);
• can be put in the microwave;
• for the whole family;
• no liquid evaporates.

Flaws:

• the price of 1529 rubles is somewhat high.

Vyatka ceramics set Black amber

Three pots with a capacity of 500 ml each are made of heat-resistant material and covered inside and out with a glaze made from environmentally friendly ingredients.Comes with a handy grip that allows you to easily place and remove the vessels from the oven. Can be washed in the dishwasher, heated in the microwave. The set is sold in a neat, tight package, which prevents damage to the integrity of items.

• convenient volume;
• affordable cost, 880 rubles;
• pleasant appearance;
• strength;
• neat packaging;
• ease of maintenance and operation.

• no.

IKEA set Freshness

A stylish set of six items will decorate any kitchen, as it is made in classic white. The streamlined lids look beautiful and securely keep the contents of the pots from evaporating the liquid. Dishes turn out fragrant, do not lose useful properties and taste. Portion containers of 500 ml with non-stick coating are suitable for cooking meat, poultry, vegetables, cereals in the oven. It does not require special care, it is perfectly washed in the dishwasher, it can be put in the microwave without the risk of cracks and chips on the surface. Lids do not have handles, so it is not very convenient to open them.

• affordable price of 990 rubles;
• stylish design;
• convenient volume;
• non-stick coating;
• quality material.

• lids without handles.

Millimi, Black cat

The model from the well-known collection of the same name from the Chinese brand has a stylish design, beautiful appearance, a practical volume of 500 ml and an affordable price - 599 rubles. The quality of the material allows you to use the pot for cooking for a long time without losing external and technical characteristics.The shape of a small saucepan makes it a great addition to kitchen utensils. Glazed walls and a lid make it possible to wash the product in a dishwasher, making it resistant to mechanical and chemical influences. However, sudden changes in temperature are contraindicated.

• beautiful appearance;
• aesthetics;
• practical volume;
• interesting shape;
• cover included;
• long-term uniform heating and cooling;
• long service life.

• no.

Clay

Gzhel pottery Gornets small

An excellent red clay baking pot will help prepare stewed dishes for the first and second. The volume of 600 ml is enough for one serving for an adult. Classic rounded shape, carved decoration on the lid and walls. Brown natural color. The lid is easy to grip. For greater comfort when using in the cooking process, it is recommended to purchase a fork. Before use, it is advisable to soak the vessel in water for an hour so that the walls are saturated with moisture, which during the cooking process will be given to the contents to give a unique taste. Can be used in microwave. Wash without the use of household chemicals and abrasive washcloths.

• excellent taste and aroma of food;
• simple care;
• long service life;
• comfortable volume;
• affordable - 520 rubles;
• use in microwave.

• no.

Red clay, loli

A smooth portion oven pot from a well-known domestic brand of earthenware is a good helper in preparing stews and stews.A uniform and correct temperature regime will reduce cooking time and keep food hot for a long time.

The vessel is made in natural brown color, matte outside and inside, without glaze. Care consists in delicate cleansing of food debris, rinsing in running warm water using a soft washcloth, without detergents. Drying is mandatory, otherwise the container may become covered with microcracks and become unsuitable for further use.

• budget cost 219 rubles;
• nice shape and color;
• cover with handle;
• correct temperature regime;
• long service life.

• special care.

Cast iron

Tefal, Stone Gagnaire Heritage

A set of four carbon-rich cast iron baking pots from France, the world leader in cookware, are reliable, durable, and comfortable to use. Portion vessels, 300 ml each, are equipped with lids and comfortable handles. At the bottom of each container there is a special non-stick layer that prevents food particles from sticking to the inside. Cast iron pots will last for decades with proper care and proper storage. Sudden temperature changes are unacceptable. The only disadvantage of the set is its high cost - 19,100 rubles, which makes it not accessible to everyone.

• durable;
• reliable;
• non-stick layer;
• small portion;
• four subjects;
• covers with handles.

• high cost.

Brizol

The model has a large weight with a rather small volume - 300 ml.Light roughness is characteristic of all cast iron cookware, it allows the formation of a natural non-stick layer during cooking, so you can wash such a pot only with warm water without harsh products and abrasive sponges. The container boldly resists mechanical influences, but is catastrophically afraid of water, so food should not be left in such a pot. With frequent contact with moisture, the vessel will simply rust.

• durability;
• practicality;
• portion volume;
• convenient cover;
• quality cast iron.

• expensive - 740 rubles.

The best manufacturers supply the market with many different in appearance and price pots for baking, new items with increased functionality are constantly appearing. The presented overview of popular models will help you decide which one is better to choose in order to avoid mistakes when choosing this important type of cookware for the home.