When you think of porcelain, you might think of exquisite teacups or tableware for special occasions. But the ceramic material is actually quite strong. High-quality porcelain can withstand stains, debris, and even extreme heat. Therefore, when Made In decides to launch its bakeware series, it must be porcelain.
Made In does not cut corners when making cookware, tableware and kitchen utensils. Direct-to-consumer brands work with professional chefs to design and develop their products and source first-class materials from around the world. For the three new baked dishes, Made In worked with baking legend and chef Nancy Silverton to go to a small village centered on porcelain in France.
"The collection is made of porcelain from a 202-year-old French recipe," said Chip Malt, co-founder and CEO of Made In. "We have invested a lot of time and energy in the craftsmanship of the product and the story behind it. The bakeware released this time is a step further than our other releases-every bakeware is hand-painted!"
Hand-painting is just one step in each dish's 50-hour manufacturing process. Porcelain is fired twice in a kiln up to 2552 degrees Fahrenheit, which makes the bakeware stronger and less porous than other pottery, after which it undergoes thorough quality assurance tests. More importantly, its glaze makes the dishes naturally non-sticky.
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Made In's French porcelain dishes come in three different shapes and sizes-2.4 quart square, 2.6 quart oval and 5.3 quart rectangular bakeware. They can be safely used in microwaves and ovens up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit, and they won't break if you transfer the plates from the oven to the refrigerator for pre-made meals. Whether you are preparing a cheese casserole, a tender grilled meat with a fork, or a slimy cinnamon roll, this set can withstand the heat.
"People usually think that they should only keep porcelain bakeware when they serve dishes directly from the oven to the table for aesthetics," Silverton told "Food and Wine." “However, ceramic pots heat much more evenly than metal pots, so you don’t risk scorching food like using metal pots.”
In addition to co-developing the series with Silverton, Made In and artist Coco Shinomiya have also created a limited edition set with the theme of chef's unique floral patterns. Starting today, you can purchase the exclusive Silverton set and the brand’s classic red or blue rim dishes. Scroll down to view them.
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