This spacious rectangular baking dish and serving bowl made from Polish Pottery from Bolesławiec by Ceramika Artystyczna is a versatile piece for the kitchen, dining table, family celebrations and professional gastronomy.
The external dimensions are approx. 30 × 26 cm, the height approx. 4,5 cm, the weight approx. 1.6 kg, and the water capacity when filled to the brim is approx. 2.55 l / 2550 ml.
The base area underneath measures approx. 27.5 × 22 cm, providing a generous usable surface, especially for layered dishes and larger family portions.
The dish is ideal for lasagna, cannelloni, casseroles, gratins, roasts, fish, vegetables, potato dishes, bread, focaccia, savoury bakes and sweet desserts.
The decoration visible in the photos, with its deep blue border, white hearts and delicate green ornaments, also makes the dish an attractive decorative feature. The finished meal can be served directly in the beautiful Polish Pottery and becomes part of the table setting.
Ideal for Lasagna and Cannelloni
The large rectangular base is particularly suitable for creating even layers.
Lasagna sheets, Bolognese sauce, béchamel, vegetables and cheese can be arranged neatly layer by layer.
In addition to classic Lasagne Bolognese, you can prepare
Vegetable lasagna
Spinach and ricotta lasagna
Salmon and spinach lasagna
Mushroom lasagna
Pumpkin lasagna
Zucchini lasagna
Aubergine lasagna
Chicken lasagna
Tomato and mozzarella lasagna
Sweet potato lasagna
Cannelloni can also be arranged neatly side by side, covered with tomato sauce, béchamel or a creamy vegetable sauce and topped with cheese.
The generous size is particularly suitable for family meals or evenings with guests.
For Casseroles and Gratins
With a capacity of approx. 2.55 litres, the dish offers plenty of possibilities for hearty oven dishes.
For example
Potato gratin
Broccoli and potato bake
Cauliflower gratin
Pasta bake
Baked gnocchi
Potato and minced meat casserole
Zucchini and tomato bake
Aubergine casserole
Sweet potato gratin
Pumpkin bake
Leek and potato casserole
Brussels sprout gratin
Spinach and feta bake
Mac and Cheese
Mediterranean vegetable bake
The rectangular shape allows ingredients to be distributed evenly and makes the finished meal easy to divide into attractive portions.
For Roasts and Meat Dishes
The generous base area is also ideal for a variety of meat dishes.
A roast can be cooked together with potatoes, carrots, onions and herbs, allowing the main course and side dish to be prepared in the same baking dish.
Other possibilities include
Meatloaf
Stuffed meatloaf
Pork tenderloin with mushrooms
Chicken with potatoes and rosemary
Chicken breast with tomatoes and mozzarella
Turkey with peppers and zucchini
Meatballs in tomato sauce
Mediterranean meat with tomatoes, garlic and olives
Braised meat with root vegetables
The approx. 6 cm high sides are particularly practical for dishes with sauce, vegetables and herbs.
For Fish and Seafood
The large base is also very suitable for fish.
Several fish fillets can be arranged side by side on a bed of vegetables, potatoes or herbs.
For example
Salmon with potatoes and fennel
Salmon on spinach
Cod with tomatoes and herbs
Fish fillet with zucchini and peppers
Mediterranean fish with tomatoes and olives
Prawns with garlic, tomatoes and herbs
Fish with lemon, dill and potatoes
Several smaller portions of fish can also be arranged neatly next to each other.
For Bread and Savoury Baking
The dish can also be used for different types of bread and savoury baked dishes.
For example
Focaccia with rosemary and sea salt
Tomato focaccia
Onion bread
Herb bread
Mediterranean olive bread
Savoury bread bake
Savoury bread pudding
Baked farmhouse bread
Bread rolls baked together in one dish
Bread from the previous day can also be transformed into a delicious savoury bake with eggs, milk, cheese, onions and herbs.
For Vegetables and Vegetarian Dishes
The dish offers plenty of space for colourful vegetable meals.
You can combine
Potatoes
Sweet potatoes
Carrots
Zucchini
Aubergines
Peppers
Tomatoes
Broccoli
Cauliflower
Fennel
Pumpkin
Leeks
Mushrooms
Onions
With olive oil, garlic, rosemary and thyme, they become a simple Mediterranean vegetable dish.
With cream, sauce and cheese, they become a rich vegetable gratin.
With feta, olives and tomatoes, you can create a colourful Mediterranean variation.
The dish is therefore suitable both for vegetarian main courses and for large vegetable side dishes.
For Families and Guests
With a capacity of approx. 2.55 litres, the dish provides plenty of space for larger shared meals.
It is particularly suitable for family lunches, weekends, birthdays, holidays or a relaxed evening with friends.
Many dishes can be prepared in advance.
A lasagna or potato gratin, for example, can be completely assembled beforehand and finished later.
This leaves more time for family and guests.
Straight from the Oven to the Table
One of the great strengths of Polish Pottery from Bolesławiec is its decorative appearance.
The finished dish does not need to be transferred into a plain serving bowl.
At a family meal, the lasagna can be placed in the centre of the table.
For Sunday lunch, the dish can hold a roast with potatoes and vegetables.
For a Mediterranean evening, it can contain fish, roasted vegetables or antipasti.
At brunch, it can be filled with bread, rolls or savoury baked goods.
The dish therefore combines practical use with attractive table culture.
For Barbecues and Garden Parties
Even outside the oven, the large rectangular dish is very useful.
It can be used for
Potato salad
Pasta salad
Tomato and mozzarella salad
Grilled vegetables
Antipasti
Bread and baguette
Corn
Baked potatoes
Olives
Feta
Finger food
Fruit
The rectangular shape allows it to be positioned efficiently on a large table or buffet.
For Antipasti and Mediterranean Buffets
The dish can be transformed into a large shared antipasti platter.
Different sections can be arranged with grilled peppers, zucchini, aubergine, artichokes, olives, feta, mozzarella, sun dried tomatoes, stuffed vine leaves and marinated mushrooms.
Serve with baguette, ciabatta or flatbread.
This turns the baking dish into a decorative centrepiece for a Mediterranean evening.
For Breakfast and Brunch
Lined with a beautiful cloth napkin, the dish can also be used as a large bread basket.
It can hold
Bread rolls
Croissants
Baguette
Bread
Pretzels
Toast
Sweet pastries
Small pieces of cake
On breakfast buffets in hotels, guesthouses or cafés, Polish Pottery from Bolesławiec creates a particularly attractive presentation.
For Restaurants and Professional Gastronomy
This size is also highly practical in professional food service.
Restaurants can use the dish for lasagna, cannelloni, gratins, potatoes, meat, fish and vegetables.
Hotels and guesthouses can use it for breakfast, brunch and buffets.
Cafés can present cakes, brownies, pastries or desserts in it.
Catering companies can combine several Polish Pottery dishes side by side to create a decorative and individual buffet.
For Buffet and Catering
The dish is suitable for both hot and cold foods.
For example
Potato gratin
Lasagna
Vegetables
Antipasti
Salads
Finger food
Bread
Pastries
Fruit
Brownies
Desserts
Different Polish Pottery patterns can be combined to create a colourful and distinctive buffet.
Also for Cakes and Desserts
The large dish offers plenty of possibilities for sweet dishes as well.
For example
Apple crumble
Berry crumble
Cherry bake
Brownies
Chocolate cake
Bread pudding
Baked rice pudding
Sweet quark casserole
Clafoutis
Baked apples
Fruit gratin
Tiramisu
Desserts served directly from a large shared dish create a warm and relaxed atmosphere at the family table.
Special Recipes for the Approx. 2.55 l Baking Dish
Family Lasagne Bolognese
Ingredients
Approx. 9 to 12 lasagna sheets
500 g minced beef
1 large onion
1 carrot
2 cloves of garlic
700 ml passata or chopped tomatoes
Approx. 400 ml béchamel sauce
150 to 180 g grated cheese
Oregano
Basil
Salt
Pepper
Finely chop the onion, carrot and garlic and fry them together with the minced beef.
Add the tomatoes, season and allow the sauce to reduce slightly.
Then layer Bolognese sauce, lasagna sheets and béchamel alternately in the dish.
Finish with béchamel and cheese and bake until golden brown.
The large rectangular area is particularly suitable for even lasagna layers.
Rosemary and Garlic Roast with Potatoes and Carrots
Ingredients
Approx. 800 g to 1 kg roasting meat
700 g small potatoes
400 g carrots
2 onions
3 cloves of garlic
250 ml stock
Rosemary
Thyme
Salt
Pepper
A little oil
Season the meat and place it in the centre of the dish.
Arrange the potatoes, carrots, onions and garlic around it.
Add the stock and season with rosemary and thyme.
Cook everything together until the meat reaches the desired level of doneness and the vegetables are tender.
The roasting juices combine with the vegetables and herbs to create an aromatic sauce.
Potato Gratin with Parmesan
Ingredients
Approx. 1.2 kg potatoes
400 ml cream
100 ml milk
100 g Parmesan
1 to 2 cloves of garlic
Nutmeg
Thyme
Salt
Pepper
Slice the potatoes thinly and arrange them evenly in the dish.
Season the cream and milk with garlic, nutmeg, salt and pepper.
Pour over the potatoes.
Sprinkle with Parmesan and a little thyme and gratinate until golden brown.
Mediterranean Salmon with Potatoes, Fennel and Lemon
Ingredients
600 to 700 g salmon fillet
600 g potatoes
1 fennel bulb
250 g cherry tomatoes
1 organic lemon
150 ml cream or a light sauce
Dill
Salt
Pepper
Slice the potatoes thinly and arrange them together with the fennel in the dish.
Add a little sauce and pre cook briefly.
Then place the salmon, cherry tomatoes and lemon slices on top.
Season with dill, salt and pepper and finish cooking.
A lovely dish for family, guests or a special evening.
Mediterranean Focaccia with Rosemary and Cherry Tomatoes
Ingredients
500 g wheat flour
1 packet dry yeast
Approx. 320 ml lukewarm water
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
200 g cherry tomatoes
Rosemary
Coarse sea salt
Optional olives
Make a soft yeast dough from the flour, yeast, water, olive oil and salt.
Allow the dough to rise and then spread it in the baking dish.
Press small dimples into the dough with your fingers.
Arrange cherry tomatoes, rosemary and optional olives on top.
Drizzle with a little olive oil and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.
Bake until golden brown.
The focaccia can be served directly in the decorative Polish Pottery dish and shared at the table.
Gnocchi Bake with Spinach, Tomatoes and Mozzarella
Ingredients
800 g gnocchi
300 g leaf spinach
300 g cherry tomatoes
250 g mozzarella
200 ml cream
2 cloves of garlic
Basil
Salt
Pepper
Arrange the gnocchi, spinach and halved cherry tomatoes in the dish.
Season the cream with garlic, salt and pepper and pour over.
Add the mozzarella and gratinate.
Finish with fresh basil before serving.
Mediterranean Roasted Vegetables with Feta and Honey
Ingredients
1 aubergine
2 zucchini
2 peppers
300 g cherry tomatoes
2 red onions
200 g feta
3 tbsp olive oil
1 to 2 tsp honey
Rosemary
Thyme
Salt
Pepper
Cut the vegetables into larger pieces and distribute generously in the dish.
Add olive oil, honey, herbs, salt and pepper and mix.
Add the feta on top and cook everything together.
Suitable as a vegetarian main course or as a large barbecue side dish.
Savoury Bread Bake with Cheese and Herbs
Ingredients
Approx. 500 g bread from the previous day
4 eggs
400 ml milk
200 g grated cheese
1 large onion
Parsley
Chives
Nutmeg
Salt
Pepper
Cut the bread into pieces and distribute it in the dish.
Whisk the eggs and milk together and season with salt, pepper and nutmeg.
Add the onion, herbs and cheese.
Pour the mixture over the bread and allow it to soak briefly.
Then bake until golden brown.
A delicious way to transform bread from the previous day into a new savoury dish.
Apple and Berry Crumble for the Whole Family
Ingredients
700 g apples
300 g berries
160 g flour
100 g rolled oats
130 g butter
110 g brown sugar
Vanilla
Cinnamon
Cut the apples and distribute them together with the berries in the dish.
Make a crumble mixture from flour, oats, butter, sugar, vanilla and cinnamon.
Spread generously over the fruit and bake at approx. 180 °C until golden brown.
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, vanilla sauce or whipped cream.
Bread Pudding with Apples, Vanilla and Cinnamon
Ingredients
Approx. 500 g bread, brioche or sweet yeast bread
3 to 4 apples
4 eggs
450 ml milk
80 g sugar
Vanilla
Cinnamon
Optional raisins or chopped almonds
Cut the bread and apples into pieces and arrange them alternately in the dish.
Mix the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla and cinnamon and pour over.
Allow to soak briefly and then bake until golden brown.
Served warm, this bread pudding makes a wonderful dessert for family, friends or a larger shared meal.
From the Family Kitchen to Professional Gastronomy
At the weekend, a large family lasagna can be prepared in it.
For Sunday lunch, it can hold a roast with potatoes and carrots.
For a Mediterranean evening, it can be filled with salmon, vegetables or antipasti.
At a barbecue, it becomes a large salad or bread dish.
At breakfast, it can hold rolls and croissants.
In a restaurant, it can be used for gratins, side dishes, fish or meat.
In a hotel, it can become part of the breakfast buffet.
For catering, it can be combined with other Polish Pottery dishes to create a decorative buffet presentation.
For dessert, a warm apple crumble can be brought to the table.
This large rectangular baking dish made from Polish Pottery from Bolesławiec by Ceramika Artystyczna is therefore far more than a classic baking dish. It combines preparation, shared meals, serving, professional gastronomy and decorative table culture in one versatile ceramic piece.
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