German Wine & Dine - friends came over and we had a wonderful, hearty German feast paired with delicious Riesling wines. Be sure to check out the recipes for the items we had on our menu all this week!
Apple Orchard Trip - friends and I got together yesterday on a perfect Sunday afternoon and enjoyed the country and apple orchard. I'll be posting about our day soon so be sure to come by and see what fall goodies I came home with!
This week's foodie freebie is inspired by the heavy use of my oven these days. I've been enjoying roasting vegetables, meats and baking where I can... not only because it's an easy way to cook but for the wonderful aromas that waft through our home from the kitchen. Everyone should have a good roasting pan... even moreso with the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday that just around the corner. So this week, a lucky reader will be receiving a Chicago Metallic Commercial Large Roaster with handles and rack:

- Large roaster pan crafted from heavyweight aluminized steel
- Folded corners add triple-thickness strength; reinforced rims eliminate warping
- 2 stainless-steel riveted handles for safe transport; nonstick roasting rack included
- Dishwasher-safe; oven-safe to 550 degrees F; corrosion-resistant
- Measures 14 by 11 by 3 inches; 25-year limited warranty
Perfectly sized for baking lasagna or roasting meats or poultry, this large roaster pan from the Chicago Metallic Commercial line features heavy-duty aluminized steel construction to ensure durability, superior heat conduction, and corrosion resistance. Folded corners add triple-thickness strength, while reinforced rims eliminate warping. The pan comes equipped with two stainless-steel riveted handles for safe, secure transport, and a nonstick roasting rack to keep meat up and away from fat and drippings is included. Designed for bakers who prefer the tradition of baking on uncoated pans, the bakeware's surface offers good reflectivity for even dispersion of heat, which means more consistent, even baking and gradual browning. After repeated use, darkening of the metal will actually enhance baking performance. Dishwasher-safe and oven-safe to 550 degrees F, the roaster pan measures 14 by 11 by 3 inches and carries a 25-year limited warranty.
Some guidelines:
- Giveaway is only for those who live in the United States - my apologies to my international readers!
- You must check back on my blog on Friday to see if you've won so you can claim your prize!
- Giveaway is only for those who live in the United States - my apologies to my international readers!
- You must check back on my blog on Friday to see if you've won so you can claim your prize!
To enter the giveaway, leave a comment answering:
- What is your favorite thing to roast or bake in the oven during the fall?
Deadline: Thursday, October 29, 2009 at 12 midnight CST.
ONE WINNER will be randomly chosen by Random. Org's Interger Generator based on the number of your comment and will be announced on Friday, October 30, 2009. Good luck!
I love to bake mac n cheese in the fall. Pure comfort food!
ReplyDeleteI love roasting whole chickens. I stuff teh cavity of the bird with a whole onion and a few cloves of garlic. I rub the outside & under the skin with wahtever spices I am in the mood for.
ReplyDeletei love lasagna, but i don't bake it often.... but it is a staple for Thanksgiving in my family. I love, love, love....
ReplyDeleteI haven't done much baking so far this fall. I found a great pumpkin bread recipe that I'm looking forward to making.
ReplyDeleteSounds like you had a fun weekend - I love apple picking! My favorite thing to roast in the fall is a whole chicken - the apartment smells SOOO good while it's in the oven!
ReplyDeleteI love making turkeys - not just for Thanksgiving or in the fall, but all year round. It's one of my favorite things to make!
ReplyDeleteThis year I think my favorite is going to be turkey- it's my first year hosting Thanksgiving, and we're expecting a full house!
ReplyDeletePerfect timing... I need this for Thanksgiving - I usually use the disposable pans. My favorite thing to roast is chicken. It makes a great Sunday dinner and we can use it for leftovers for several meals during the week.
ReplyDeleteLasagna!
ReplyDeleteI love to roast butternut squash...I know, not very original, but it's so delicious!
ReplyDelete-Amy
www.singforyoursupperblog.com
I love to make ribs!
ReplyDeleteA turkey of course!
ReplyDeleteRoasted chicken with root veggies. Yum!
ReplyDeleteButternut Squash - for soup!
ReplyDeleteRoasted Veggies!
I love roasting vegetables! All different kinds, it's easy and a great side meal!
ReplyDeletePork loin - love to roast that, with apples, onions, fresh herbs and some apple cider.
ReplyDeleteSO GOOD.
My favorite to roast is a turkey and love to bake a cheesy pasta dish!
ReplyDeleteSarah
seavila26 at yahoo dot com
I like to roast butternut squash :)
ReplyDeleteAwesome giveaway! I love roasting squash and eggplant right now.
ReplyDeleteI love roasting fall veggies!
ReplyDeleteTurkey! Throughout the rest of the year though, I love to roast chickens.
ReplyDeleteI love to roast tritip any time of year, but seasonally, roasted chicken is very tasty in the fall.
ReplyDeleteHope you're feeling better soon.
ReplyDeleteI like to bake pies. I even make my own pumpkin pie filling so the entire pie is from scratch.
Lately I have been roasting pork shoulder. A very inexpensive cut of meat, but just as tasty.
Pumpkin. for pumpkin pie, pumpkin souffle, pumpkin soup, and tomato pumpkin Laksa.
ReplyDeleteI love roasting butternut squash, yum!
ReplyDeleteScalloped potatoes and Ham!!!Yum!
ReplyDeleteI love baking pumpkin chocolate chip cookies. Mmmm!
ReplyDeleteevitawylie at hotmail dot com
I love to do Turkeys-- and what a perfect pan to put them in
ReplyDeletePot Roast with veggies. =)
ReplyDeleteBaked cheese grits. (Ok, so that's my favorite thing every season)
ReplyDeleteWell, I haven't been cooking long enough to say what I like to bake in the fall...but I guess I would say that I would love to make a cobbler in the near future.
ReplyDeleteI also enjoyed making a turkey for the first time last Thanksgiving.
I hope I win! Thanks for the giveaway.
Potatoes, onions and garlic - roasted til the outside of the potatoes are crispy! nomnom
ReplyDeleteI love to roast whole chickens in the fall! Stuffed with veggies or beer can are our favorite ways to enjoy
ReplyDeleteI love making lasanga. Such a comfort food.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite item to roast is chicken with meyer lemons and thyme. Yum!
ReplyDeleteGarlic. Love the smell and it is great to add to everything!
ReplyDeleteLOVE this giveaway since I am in desperate need of a roasting pan. I love to make beef roasts in the fall/winter!
ReplyDeleteI love roasted veggies - carrots, brussel sprouts, cauliflower, broccoli, potatoes. Roasted Chicken & Turkey is also yummmmmmmm!
ReplyDeleteOhh Joelen, I'm in dire need of a new one. I was window shopping for it this past weekend, too!
ReplyDeleteMy fave thing to roast is Lechon asado, with extra mojo marinade on the side. Fave thing to bake in the fall is pumpkin bread. Now I'm hungry for all of this...;-(
For fall, definately roast chickens with a few sweet potatoes thrown into the oven separately, too!
ReplyDeleteApple or Pumpkin Pie! Yum!
ReplyDeleteFavorite thing? I love my homemade mac and cheese with a bbq turkey layer in the middle. It started out as an experiment when I had too much time on my hands, but is now a family favorite!
ReplyDeleteI love baking cakes with fragrant spices in the fall. I need more roasting experience! :-)
ReplyDeletei love love love roasting a whole chicken with great herbs and citrus..makes the house smell great and it is a very warm and comforting meal..mmm now i want to roast a chicken..LOL
ReplyDeleteRoast chicken of course! With potatoes at the bottom to soak up all the jucies and become super flavorful!
ReplyDeleteI've been baking and cooking like crazy this fall. I've made lasagna, pumpkin cookies, chocolate chip banana bread, and all kinds of chicken dishes! I'm having my first Thanksgiving in my apartment this year, so I'm going to need a roasting pan!
ReplyDeleteI have to go with Turkey on this one. Although, my son has recently requested lasagna so that is moved up on the list!
ReplyDeleteI live in Phoenix so we don't get a lot of cold weather, but I take advantage when we do by using the oven to roast a whole chicken, turkey and vegetables. In fact, I feel that the best way to eat veggies are to roast them!
ReplyDeleteI love the fall. Comfort foods from Lasagna, macaroni and cheese, casseroles, thanksgiving turkey. There are so many things.
ReplyDeleteI love to roast veggies (especially squash and mushrooms)! My favorite meat to roast is a leg of lamb with lots of garlic. :)
ReplyDeleteI found an amazing recipe for roasted brussel sprouts last year. I never liked the bitterness of brussel sprouts, but this version was out of this world and is a favorite now. I even swayed my mother who also never liked them. :o)
ReplyDeleteI love to roast a chicken and veggies.
ReplyDeleteChicken pot pie and empanadas!
ReplyDeleteRoasted turkey of course :)
ReplyDeleteI love a good roasted chicken with veggies! mmm...delicious!
ReplyDeleteI love to bake pies, my favorite flavor being Egg Nog. Super YUM-o!!!!
ReplyDeleteI love to make the River Cafe slow-roasted chicken with vermouth. It takes four hours to roast at a very low temperature, perfect for cozy autumn weekend cooking.
ReplyDeleteI love to roast butternut squash! And to bake -- anything with pumpkin. Muffins, cookies, bread.... yum!
ReplyDeleteMy Nana's baked apple slices. i can just taste them covered in the delicious glaze that goes on top. Plus, the whole house smells like heaven!
ReplyDeleteI love to roast pork tenderloin and root veggies with some rosemary. YUM!
ReplyDeletechristina
Love to throw a pork roast in the oven. With quartered, crispy potatoes at the bottom of the pan. Drooling right now...
ReplyDeleteThanks for another great giveaway!
My husband makes a great Cuban Pork Roast (Pernil). MMmmmm....
ReplyDeleteI love to roast turkey(of course) and cauliflower the most.
ReplyDeleteI love baking apple pie filling in the bottom of a 9 x 12 with center cut chops on top and stove top stuffing on top of all of that. :) Cover with foil at 375° for 30 mins., foil off for 10 mins. YUM!
ReplyDeleteSusie
I love to roast squash and cauliflower right now. I would love a roasting pan for my thanksgiving turkey, I am cooking dinner this year!
ReplyDeleteI love baking pastas... ziti, mac and cheese, lasagna... mmmm!
ReplyDeleteThe smell of roasting turkeys and pecan pies baking. YUMMY!
ReplyDeleteCuban Pulled Pork. Great for football parties.
ReplyDeleteTurkey, and roasted root vegetables. Such good comfort food!
ReplyDeleteThere are so many things I like to roast. Some of my favorites are honey baked ham, turkey, and pot roast.
ReplyDeleteAny kind of baked pasta! Mac and cheese, lasagana... mmmm.
ReplyDeleteIt would have to be the Thanksgiving Day Turkey!
ReplyDeleteTurkey breast =)
ReplyDeleteRoast Chicken with carrots and potatoes!
ReplyDeleteTurkey Pot Pie, or Apple pandowdy...really looks impressive when coming out of the oven, and so nice and hearty for the colder weather!
ReplyDeleteI love to roast potatoes as well as sweet potatoes. : )
ReplyDeleteI like to bake a giant ham so I can make pulled pork.
ReplyDeleteI like to roast a chicken and serve with creamy mashed potatoes and gravy. Yum!
ReplyDeleteI love to make a vegetable lasagna with squash, carrots and spinach with fresh mozarella - it's a great meal on a cold fall/winter day!
ReplyDeleteI love to roast cornish hens. So yummy!
ReplyDeleteBrussel Sprouts
ReplyDeleteAlmost anything, really. My kitchen gets so hot when the oven is on, I save up all the good baking recipes for the fall/winter. I especially like roast chicken, however.
ReplyDeleteI love to roast whole chickens. They are delicious and the leftovers are so versatile.
ReplyDeleteI love a garden lasagna with lots of veggies and a bechamel sauce.
ReplyDeleteRoasted Root Vegetables!
ReplyDeleteI love to roast chickens
ReplyDeleteMmmm, I love to mix whole small potatoes, quarter onions and garlic cloves all together with olive oil and roast them, so incredibly delicious! Also, roasted sweet potatoes, garlic and rosemary, another favorite!
ReplyDeletePrime Rib!!!...mmmmMMMMM
ReplyDeleteI love to roast whole chickens in the fall and winter months, and I like baking anything cheesy!
ReplyDeleteI love to roast turkey
ReplyDeleteI love roasting vegetables - all kinds of potatoes, onions, carrots - and using them to top a green salad, sprinkled with some grated Gruyere or Parmigiano...mmmm
ReplyDeleteOooohhhhhh I roast so many things in the fall! My favorite of the moment though is 40 clove garlic chicken! I've cooked it at least once a week for the past month. I can't get enough!
ReplyDeleteTurkey!
ReplyDeleteDuck. I love love LOVE duck! : )
ReplyDeleteRibs cooked slowly for hours like a cold wintery morning in February.
ReplyDeletei love to bake lasagna and roast a whole chicken with lemons and rosemary....
ReplyDeletei'm getting hungry.....
chicken with apples and leeks
ReplyDeleteI love to roast acorn squash or sweet potato, and serve it drizzled with a vinaigrette made with olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, and red pepper flakes. It's a surprisingly delicious combination of flavors.
ReplyDeleteI also love roasting brussels sprouts. Sprinkle with some pine nuts that have been lightly sauteed with garlic. Add a loaf of crusty bread and a bottle of wine, and that's as romantic a dinner as I can think of.
I love to roast a whole chicken! The smell fills the house!
ReplyDeleteI love to roast sweet potatoes!
ReplyDeleteI've only ever roasted one turkey since I've lived on my own, but that hands down says Autumn to me! Thanks for hosting such a nice giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI love baking sqaush-- particularly Butternut!
ReplyDeletePumpkin bars ... yum!
ReplyDeleteI'd like to try roasting turkey, so far I've only done chicken.
ReplyDeleteroast chicken in a vertical roaster (can also be called roasting chicken on a beer can). Mustard, fresh herbs like thyme and oregano slathered on top and inside. Put on the vertical roaster, 425 degrees until the smoke alarm goes off! (about 50 min to an hour)...
ReplyDeleteI love any veggie roasted. It gives them such great flavor!!
ReplyDeleteAnything with pumpkin or apples
ReplyDeleteI would have to say Mac-n-cheese, lasagna and chicken pot pie... yumm
ReplyDeleteI think my absolute favorite is an Apple Cake from my Mom's old Betty Crocker cookbook. Basically any fruit/nut cake/muffin/bread with lots of cinnamon...the best!
ReplyDeleteCrown Pork Roast stuffed with apples ~cranberries~walnuts and some wild rice.I also luv to do a pot roast wih carrots and potato's
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