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Casserole dishes are excellent products that come in a range of shapes and sizes. They’re great for cooking a wide variety of foods, and they can even double up as a serving plate.<\/p>\n

However, if you don’t have a casserole dish<\/a> handy, that doesn’t necessarily mean you can’t enjoy casserole-style meals. When a Dutch oven isn’t available, there are plenty of ways to use a casserole dish substitute instead. So if you’ve been wondering, ‘what can I use instead of a casserole dish?’ then you are in the right place.<\/p>\n

Today we’re going to look at some of the best oven-safe wares you can use for your cooking needs. Let’s get started.<\/p>\n

The Best Pots to Use for Casseroles<\/h2>\n

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If you’re cooking a casserole or a meal with a lot of moisture in the ingredients, something like a Le Creuset casserole dish is likely to be the ideal purchase. However, for those who can’t afford these baking dishes, you’re not out of luck.<\/p>\n

You can channel your inner chef with anything from a metal pan, stainless steel saucepan, or a deep dish that’s suitable for the oven.<\/p>\n

Cast Iron Skillet<\/h3>\n

A cast-iron skillet is quite a high-maintenance product when it comes to cooking. You’ll need to carefully clean your pan every time you use it in the oven and make sure you don’t expose it to any rust<\/strong>. On the plus side, a cast iron pan is extremely versatile and safe to use both inside the oven and on top of the hob, depending on your needs.<\/p>\n

If you want something that’s going to work well for a range of recipes, make sure that you look for pans that are deep enough to hold plenty of food. It’s also worth looking into the best ways of maintaining your pans. You can search online to get tips for prolonging iron cookware, or you can check the instructions provided by the company.<\/p>\n

Baking Pans<\/h3>\n

If a cast iron skillet is too much work for your kitchen, you can try using baking pans. They’re are great for cooking, and are usually made with metal that’s oven safe<\/strong>, so you can expose them to super-high temperatures without worrying about damaging your dish.<\/p>\n

Baking pans are one of the most popular choices for cooking casseroles. The important part to remember is that your dish needs to be deep enough to hold plenty of food. Ideally, you might want one that’s dishwasher-safe too.<\/p>\n

If you want to recreate the lid effect of your casserole dish, you can use aluminium foil<\/a> to keep the heat in with a baking pan.<\/p>\n

Slow Cookers<\/h3>\n

A slow cooker<\/a> is an excellent alternative to a standard casserole. One of the best choices for convenience it allows you to place all of your ingredients into a single pot and set a timer<\/strong>. As long as there’s plenty of moisture in the meal, your slow cooker should heat your casserole to perfection.<\/p>\n

Slow cookers are like mini ovens<\/a>. You can cook all kinds of pot-based meals in it. Some products even give you dessert choices too. On the other hand, slow cookers can be a little pricey, but their design makes them excellent to have around the kitchen. Investing in a slow cooker can save you a lot of time in the long-run if you use it regularly.<\/p>\n

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Dutch Ovens<\/h3>\n

Some people say that a Dutch oven and casserole dish are the same thing. The main difference is that a Dutch oven from a company like Le Crueset is more likely to be round<\/strong>, while casserole dishes can be rectangular or square. Dutch oven products can sometimes go in the oven or sit on top of the oven hob, depending on the design. Some homeowners will even use their Dutch oven as a serving pot for when the meal is ready.<\/p>\n

A product made with stainless steel or cast iron is more likely to work well than anything made with more fragile materials. You’re also likely to find a lot of choices with an enamel finish, making it look eye-catching.<\/p>\n

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We've installed a Dutch Oven at Len's Hut, and we tried it out at the weekend – slow cooked Chicken Casserole, yum! #glamping<\/a> #somerset<\/a> #reopeningsoon<\/a> #notlongtowait<\/a> #dutchoven<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/K2a5AyqjPY<\/a><\/p>\n

— Len & Ted,The Huts (@BA53HB) March 24, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n