Ditch the tin foil: Splurge on a good roasting pan

There's no doubt that a good roasting pan is an investment, but they needn't be confined to use on only two days a year. Roasting pans can be used to roast sweet potatoes and vegetables for a toasty side dish, and some even use them for monster dishes of lasagna. So while pricey, roasting pans can versatile. While the very best roasting pans, like the Calphalon Contemporary Stainless Roaster cost more than $100, we unearthed some solid values that cost much less. For example, the KitchenAid Gourmet Distinctions Roaster costs half as much and still gets excellent reviews. Read more in our timely report on roasting pans.