Kitchen

[QVCFanfromLongIsland]

I totally agree that any ceramic ware should not be used for broiling.  I personally myself have never broiled in my temptations .  However my daughter thought it was broil proof.  I use my temptations basically for baking ..serving...and I have pieces that I  only use to display.  I am still a fan.  Sorry for all of you who were dissappointed.

[chickenbutt]

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sweetee2 wrote:

I was watching a video of Tara's friend pulling a casserole out of the oven and when she put it in the table the handle broke right off.  I couldn't believe what just happened so I watch it again and sure enough. 

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OMG, did this happen during a presentation?    LMAO

I'm not a fan of this, not only because I find it profoundly aesthetically unappealing but it's cheaply made and not properly finished.

But as to the question in this thread - I can totally see how broiling would definitely be counterindicated for these products.   Broiling is a VERY high temp, plus having it closer to the heat is a bad idea.

But, hey, they don't tell you that stuff so I can see how somebody would not know that it's not a good idea.   Glad the OP had great customer service.   I would not put these items in a heat source at all, but that's just me.  It's a crapshoot.

[NickNack]

I don't have any Temptations but didn't realilze you shouldn't broil in any ceramic dish.  I don't broil many things anyway, but will remember this if I ever do.

[RedTop]

Even Pyrex is not safe under the broiler!

[Carmie]

Yikes!  You’re supposed to broil in a broiler pan, not in ceramic bakeware.  I wouldn’t even attempt that. Of course, the bakeware would break.

I suggest to get a water broiler pan.  I have had mine for many years and it still looks like new.  It is easy to clean and doesn’t have a stain on it.  It’s one of the best kitchen purchases I have ever made. They are only available for sale on line.  Google water broiler for info.

[Q4u]

When you have less expensive ceramic cookware you can bet that the clay and firing are as cheap as you can get.   Quality clays and quality firings are expensive to do, but they are worth the price!  Even Polish Stoneware can come in different qualities and researching the manufacturer is imperative because even in the PS world there are inferior clays and firings...  I've had my collection that I use daily for well over ten years and not a crack, not even a chip!!     

[Carmie]

@Q4u   I have many pieces of Evesham bakeware.  It is high quality and is expensive.  The bottoms of the cookware is not glazed.  When it is soaked in water or cleaned in the dishwasher, the ceramic absorbs the water through the bottom of the piece.

if it is put into the oven while moisture is still in the ceramic, it will probably crack when steam forms and creates pressure.

i have never had a piece crack, but I am careful in using it.  Different types of ceramic require different precautions. 

Food is broiled at at least 550 degrees.  That temp is way to high for almost every type of stoneware or ceramic.

You are right though, some inferior clays might not last too long. It is better to buy the best you can afford.

[jannabelle1]

Ceramic bakeware is not meant for broiling...the temperature is just too high. Every stove I've ever purchased comes with a metal broiling pan....QVC was very accomodating to replace a piece that wasn't used for what it was intended.