Thrift Store Find Romertopf Clay Baker {Score}
Those of you who know me well, know that I visit thrift stores on a frequent basis.
Most often I’m not looking for anything in particular….more like it’s looking for me. I truly find it therapeutic to scan through shelves of books and dishes and well dishes mostly.
I’ve experienced the same thrill I felt today on several occasions but it’s been quite a dry spell for me. Today, however…..SCORE.
Sitting on the bottom shelf, amidst a sea of mix matched slow cooker liners & lids, scratched up non-stick skillets, dented cookware, and the like….was this big beautiful covered clay pot.
I abandoned my buggie in order to maneuver my way to it without ever taking my eye off the prize. This one was worth a fight (only if necessary of course).
When I picked it up….sheer joy came over me. I know I was beaming from ear to ear as its weight alone told me I had something special.
When I lifted the lid to inspect the inside it appeared its previous owner had used it as a planter instead of a roaster. That didn’t bother me one bit.
Instantly I was asked, “What are you going to do with that?” To which I replied with a smile in my voice, “Roast a chicken.”
A quick Internet search identified this beauty as a 117 Romertopf 6 1/2 quart Clay Baker. I’m going to clean it, find it a prominent spot on my bakers rack, and begin planning the perfect clay baker chicken recipe. Stay tuned…
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8 Comments
Cindy
I just scored a brand new Römertopf from the thrift… im like you its an every chance you get to swing by and this year id not been to the stores at all so imagine my happiness one 2nd visit… Just about to clean it up and like you in 2012… prep for a stunning roast <3
Cindy
I just scored a brand new Römertopf from the thrift… im like you its an every chance you get to swing by and this year id not been to the stores at all so imagine my happiness one 2nd visit… Just about to clean it up and like you in 2012… prep for a stunning roast <3
Cindy
I just scored a brand new Romertopf from the thrift… im like you its an every chance you get to swing by and this year id not been to the stores at all so imagine my happiness one 2nd visit… Just about to clean it up and like you in 2012… prep for a stunning roast <3
Anonblonde
Just curious if you baked a chicken and what recipe you used. My favorite is the chicken with white wine from their original cookbook.
libby
Yes, I did a roast chicken right after I bought the baker and have made it several times since. Here’s the recipe linkhttp://www.lemonythyme.com/roast-chicken-in-a-clay-pot/. The Chicken and wine sounds really good too. I need to look that up! Thank you for stopping by. Libby
Azi
Not a great find….but a SUPERIOR one! The new ones are glazed on the inside, completely contradicting the whole idea of a terra cotta pot-cooker! Don’t part with this one! But if you do I’ll buy it!
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libby
Haha! No plans to part with it. I sure do love it. Thank you for visiting.
Bethany
This is a great find!!! Can’t wait to see what you cook in it!!