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10 Best Turkey Roasting Pans You Need Before Thanksgiving

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Stainless steel or aluminum? Oval-shaped or rectangular? And how much do you actually need to plan on spending for a proper roasting pan? With so many questions—and the holidays right around the corner—we thought you could use some guidance. Luckily, we've done the research for you and found the best roasting pans you'll need to prepare that perfectly juicy roast turkey or savory maple-glazed ham this holiday season. Here are our top picks for the sturdiest and most versatile roasting pans for any budget.

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Cuisinart Stainless Rectangular Roaster with Rack

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Cuisinart Stainless Rectangular Roaster with Rack

You really can't go wrong with Cuisinart cookware, and their turkey roasting pan is no exception. The pan is a large size, is made of solid and durable stainless steel, and and offers handles for easy carrying. Drip-free pouring ensures your Thanksgiving prep mess is kept to a minimum, and best of all, it's dishwasher safe, so clean-up is a breeze.

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Farberware Nonstick Roasting Pan

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Farberware Nonstick Roasting Pan

Don't want to spend a lot on a pan? You definitely don't have to, thanks to this Farberware roasting pan. Not only is it budget-friendly, but it's also high-quality—it's durable, meaning it'll hold up through the years, it's super easy to clean, and easy-grip handles make carrying it less cumbersome. This one is oven safe up to 450 degrees. 

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Circulon Nonstick Roasting Pan

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Circulon Nonstick Roasting Pan

Nonstick pans are a kitchen lifesaver, so opt for a nonstick turkey pan like this one. It means food releases easily and clean-up is effortless, in addition to offering both fast and even heating. This pan is extra large at 17 x 13 inches, and it comes in gray or brown. 

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Calphalon Contemporary Nonstick Roasting Pan With Rack

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Calphalon Contemporary Nonstick Roasting Pan With Rack
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A giant bird requires a pan that can handle the size and the weight, and this nonstick Calphalon model is it. It can hold up to a 25-pound turkey, and features heavy-gauge aluminum construction, so you know it's durable and will hold up over time. The aluminum core also provides amazing heat conductivity, as well as even heating and browning. 

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Mr Rudolf Roasting Pan with Lid and Rack

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Mr Rudolf Roasting Pan with Lid and Rack

We love this roasting pan because not only does it come with a rack, but you'll also get a lid with it, as well. This one is super versatile, so you can use it again and again after Thanksgiving. It's ideal for ham, a roast, and turkey, and you could also make hearty dinners in it long after the holiday season has ended. 

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Granite Ware 19-Inch Covered Oval Roaster

Granite Ware 19-Inch Covered Oval Roaster

For slow-roasting and browning dishes at lower temperatures, this best-selling oval-shaped porcelain roasting pan with a carbon-steel core will quickly become your new favorite cold-weather cooking tool. Reviewers love the slightly more compact, easy-to-lift oval shape of this roaster versus more traditional and sometimes clunkier rectangular models. At a super budget-friendly price point, this oval roasting pan gets our seal of approval as a solid pick for all of your holiday roasting needs.

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Cooks Standard Stainless Steel Roaster with Rack

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Cooks Standard Stainless Steel Roaster with Rack

Crafted from heavy-gauge stainless steel, this durable roasting pan from Cooks Standard features sturdy riveted handles for a secure grip, plus a heavy bottom and thick side walls for superior heat retention. Customers compare this wallet-friendly roasting pan to much more expensive brands, swearing by its durability.

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Imperial Home Stainless Steel 16-Inch Roasting Pan with Rack

Imperial Home Stainless Steel 16-Inch Roasting Pan with Rack

Whether you're preparing a large batch of lasagna for a family meal or roasting veggies for a savory harvest side, this simple and slightly thinner-walled stainless steel pan with a roasting rack will be a kitchen cooking staple for one-dish weeknight meals. Users like the depth of the dish and the retractable handles for easy storage.

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Granite Ware Bake, Broil, and Grill Pan, 3-Piece Set

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Granite Ware Bake, Broil, and Grill Pan, 3-Piece Set

This three-piece bake-and-broil set includes a perforated tray that's ideal for roasting fish or veggies in the oven, plus a traditional rack for cooking chicken, turkey, or other savory meats. Users dig how easy this set is to clean, especially because each piece is (ta-da!) dishwasher-friendly.

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Jacques Pépin Copper Roaster with Rack

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Jacques Pépin Copper Roaster with Rack

This heirloom-quality handmade roasting pan from Jacques Pépin features a copper exterior and thick aluminum core for optimum heat transfer, retention, and control. Ideal for roasting poultry, prime rib, or your favorite seasonal veggies, this professional-grade roaster will last you season after season.

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