Roasting pots are the keepers of tradition in cooking and serving. Even Elena Molokhovets in her book "A Gift to Young Housewives" wrote that "… with the Russian stove you need … from utensils for cooking soups … watering and simple pots". What to look for when buying clay pots?
Instructions
Step 1
Determine the size of the pot you need. Depending on the size, clay pots are divided into single-portion (with a capacity of 0, 15-0, 75 liters) and multi-portion (with a capacity from 1 to 30 liters).
Step 2
The main feature of the quality of clay pots is mechanical and thermal strength. It depends on the roasting. A well-burnt pot makes a clear and sonorous sound, has the correct shape.
Step 3
Pay attention to the thickness of the walls and bottom. It should be the same in all parts of the pot. If the thickness of the shard is uneven, cracks may develop when heated.
Step 4
Examine the entire pot carefully. Inside and outside there should be no cracks, scratches, swollen areas, chips.
Step 5
Earthenware should have an even layer of glaze, which can be colored or colorless. The glaze protects the porous shard from the penetration of fats, liquids, gases. It makes the dishes shiny, moisture-proof and easy to clean.
Step 6
When buying a pot for making soups, choose one with a narrow neck. In this case, the evaporation surface of the liquid is reduced.
