Using an Old Unglazed Stone Baker: Are DCB Recipes Compatible?

[lauraP2000]

I have a host who owns the old 2 piece unglazed stone baker from about 10 years ago. Seems to me to be similar to the Deep Covered Baker. She doesn't know how to cook with it. Will all the DCB recipes work? Are there any adaptations that should be made (time, temp, etc)?

 

[tabnat80]

I would think that the unglazed would work the same as the glazed. Not sure though. I have a loaf pan that is unglazed and I have a glazed piece and I cook the same in both of them. I think the glazing is just to "prettify" it. (not sure if that's a word or not)

 

[dannyzmom]

What she is talking about is either the DDB with Baking Bowl or the Rect baker with Lid/Bowl. Both are totally different sizes than the DCB and neither will fit in a microwave.

 

[janetupnorth]

Yes, I have the old sets and the DDB and lid can fit in some microwaves, the 9x13 and lid won't fit in most!You can cook in the oven though with them and still use the rub, etc.

 

[lauraP2000]

I did have her check if it fit in her micro and it did NOT. I wasn't aware there were two pieces from the past that had a lid/bowl. Was the DDB more round than the Rect Baker? She's out of state, so I can't see it myself.

I'm hoping that current oven recipes for the DCB will work. If it were my stone, I would just experiment with time and temp. But she is intimidated by it and wants recipes with exact directions.

 

[janetupnorth]

I did have her check if it fit in her micro and it did NOT. I wasn't aware there were two pieces from the past that had a lid/bowl. Was the DDB more round than the Rect Baker? She's out of state, so I can't see it myself.

I'm hoping that current oven recipes for the DCB will work. If it were my stone, I would just experiment with time and temp. But she is intimidated by it and wants recipes with exact directions.

The DDB is a round stone that had an optional bowl on top - great for stews, etc. The deep dish baker is currently available in vanilla/cranberry but no longer in the classic line. It is my most used stone second to my older 9 x 13. My bar pan is starting to catch up now.

 

[janetupnorth]

Oh, on recipes, the old stoneware sensations or other stoneware books should have recipes mentioning those items...or old Season's Best Recipes...

 

[kcjodih]

Here's some I have for the DDB with lid. It also states double for the rect baker with lid. Don't forget to add your own contact info. Hope that helps!

 

[lauraP2000]

Thanks all for the help - especially Jodi for the recipes.

 

[Shawnna]

the DCB recipes for oven use should work fine for the rectangle baker and lid/bowl. I use mine to bake chicken and veggies or a roast. It is awesome. It is the perfect size for my family. I like the DCB because it fits in the microwave and because the glaze is so pretty. But, it will not hold enought to feed my family.