Can I Use Oven Bags in the Roasting Pan for My Turkey?

[kitchenqueen]

I had a host from last month buy the roasting pan. She recently emailed me and asked if she could still use the oven bags and just place the turkey in the pan. Or will the bag melt? I wasn't sure so I thought of you all immediately. She said she has been using the oven bags for years and is too afraid to try roasting the turkey without it, especailly with guests coming for dinner. I only roasted a small 10 pound turkey in my pan with the rack to practice, but she has a "23 pound turkey thawing for Thursday". If any of you know please post!! I don't what what to tell her! Thank you!!

 

[luvs2sellit]

I dont see why not. I have used those bags before and I just put it in my broiler pan. I think that would be about the same. If the bag instructions do not say anything against it tell her to go ahead.

 

[Admin Greg]

It is not recommended to use oven bags in the roasting pan as they may melt and cause a potential fire hazard. It is best to follow the instructions for the roasting pan and use it without the oven bags. If the host is concerned about the turkey drying out, she can baste it periodically during cooking or cover it with foil. Alternatively, she can use a separate roasting pan with a rack and use the oven bags in that pan. It is important to always follow the safety instructions and recommendations when using kitchen equipment.