Pyrex Makes the Food Storage Set You'll Keep Reaching For
Written: Jan 13 '02 (Updated Jan 13 '02)
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Pros: nest in each other; flexible lids; great sizes; use in microwave
Cons: none
The Bottom Line: I have many types of food storage sets, but this Pyrex Rectangular Glass Set is the one I use over and over. Perfect sizes; clear glass; dishwasher/microwave safe.
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| lorirobe's Full Review: Pyrex Rectangular Storage Dishes (3-pc) |
One of the most important items in the kitchen, after the major appliances, is no doubt, the storage containers. I seems to have a problem with acquiring way too many of these food saving items. I have many Tupperware containers. I do not mean Sterlite or Rubbermaid. I am talking the real thing. But, Tupperware is plastic. It is also very expensive. I am always faced with the dilemma of whether or not the thick red tomato sauce might stain the light colored plastic. It prevents me from using these products as often as I would like to.
The Pyrex Rectangular Glass Storage Set with lids was given to me as a shower gift. I truly believe it was one of the most useful gifts I received. This 3-piece set might very well be all you need to keep your leftovers fresh in the refrigerator. For those of you with limited kitchen cabinet space, you might want to purchase this 3 piece set and have all you need in the way of food storage. Also, the fact that these pieces are glass make them so versatile, stain resistant and oven /microwave safe. This glass is not overly heavy. The only piece that requires a bit of strength to lift is the large. But, for me, this is by no means a "heavy" piece.
The storage containers come with flexible dark blue or dark green seals that are easy to pop on tightly right over your Pyrex glass. You will not struggle with snapping these lids properly. The plastic is soft and grips onto the glass effortlessly. The lids are also dishwasher safe on the top shelf of your dishwasher. They have stood up to tomato sauce and oily clam sauce without ever staining.
I believe these will appeal so much to those limited in space because this 3 piece set nests beautifully within each piece. All you need is room for the one large piece. The other two will sit steadily within each other. No rocking around with the chance of breaking. Since you might use these pieces in conjunction with one another, you will always know just where they are. This is an excellent feature.
I also like the fact that the lids have a recessed rectangular shape within itself. This makes it possible to nest each of the covered pieces on top of each other so that they have a sturdy spot to sit on without moving, sliding or wobbling on top of each other. They are modular. I have a small refrigerator and am able to fit the two smaller pieces one on top of one another in the fridge.
Also, the clear glass allows you to see just what is inside these dishes.
Since I do use these pieces so often, let me give some ideas for what each of the pieces are good for. I sometimes like to cook a large meal on Sunday and have leftovers during the week. These Pyrex Food Storage containers will allow you to store your leftovers. You can cook in large quantities, knowing you can nicely keep the food in these dishes. There is a place for meat, sauce and vegetables. They also do make a lovely presentation and make leftovers seem like a first time meal!
Pyrex also makes a round set, which I also own, but I use the rectangular set far more often. I find that the rectangular shape is more accommodating for the long slices of food like cutlets and filets. The food has corners to lay against and you are able to store quite a bit in these dishes.
Pyrex Large Rectangular
The large rectangular measures 9 x 7 x 2 ½ inches. It offers 11 cups of space (2.6 l). This is the container that you will use to store your leftover ham slices, meatloaf, stews, or cutlets. The outer edges of this container flare out a bit giving you that wide space to store in. I’ve kept many of the main courses in this large container. Also, the lids make this ideal for transporting foods. When I make stuffed mushrooms, I can carry them to my guest’s home and they stay in great shape! The Pyrex can go right into the oven or the microwave without any concern. This glass is popped right in the dishwasher and comes out sparkling clean. I haven’t used this in the oven, but have the option to do so.
Pyrex Medium Rectangular
I find myself using this very often. This dish is 8 x 6 x 2 inches. It has a 6 cup capacity (1.5 l) This dish is perfect for when you have about two chicken cutlets left over. I just reach for the dish, pop on the seal and it stays fresh for the next day. It is great for that serving of spaghetti and sauce. You might even use it for 3 halves of corn on the cob. This container is deep enough to make it very useful for all types of food. You will find yourself reaching for this again and again.
Pyrex Small Rectangular
This dish measures 7x5x1 1/2 inches. it has a 3 cup (750 ml) capacity. I guess this is the piece I use the least. You may store 2 servings of vegetables in this one. Or perhaps some leftover London broil. If you don’t want to throw out the rest of that can of peas, pop them in here.
The products are made in the U.S.A. of a very thick, strong durable glass. It truly does make leftover storage a lot more “tasteful”. They nest in the shelves for easy storage, while they will also fit beautifully on top of each other in the refrigerator. The sizes in this set are ideal and I believe you will reach for these over and over again. the deepness of these dishes allow you to store a great amount of food.
You can safely use them in the oven, microwave and of course, the fridge. All is dishwasher safe, including the lids (top shelf). I simply store the lids right up against the side of the cabinet one behind the other. I don’t keep these in the kitchen cabinet above the refrigerator! These pieces are kept on the shelf above my dishes so that accessing them is simple and easy. That is how often I use them!
You’ll be thoroughly happy with this set. Take it from me, the storage freak.
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