History of Romertopf and Reco Clay Pots

Romertopf was established by Bay Keramik in 1966 and was first shown to the world during the Hannover World Fair in 1967. Over the next year, Romertopf clay pots and bakers were displayed throughout the German country at various fairs and very successful conventions. Reco, a North American company, obtained full rights to distribute Romertopf Clay Pots and Clay Bakers in the USA in 1974 and has been the sole distributor in North, Central and South America ever since. Romertopf’s clay bakers met with a resounding audience due to their ability to retain nutrients using only water.

The pots are immersed in water before use and it is released as steam during the cooking process. This locks in moisture and prevents the food’s natural flavor from escaping or changing. Best of all, Romertopf clay pots do not require the use of additional oils or fats. In fact, most of the fat in meats must be removed to ensure better results and an even healthier diet. Romertopf clay pots are made to extremely high standards and specifications to ensure that they do not contain lead or cadmium within the earthenware. Terracotta pots are not glazed, which explains their ability to release water as steam during the firing process.

Reco brings the Romertopf crock pot cooking experience to the Americas in a multitude of sizes and uses. A small rotisserie is perfect for a small dinner for two, or use the extra large rotisserie for Thanksgiving or a family gathering. The dedicated vegetable lists and the garlic roaster, which is a must for any kitchen, work wonderfully and produce delicious meals. Romertopf clay ovens are designed to be used in a conventional oven away from the sides, but can be used in the microwave. If the microwave has a convection setting, do not use it. The microwave tends to overcook in clay pots and it is always recommended to use clay pots in a conventional oven.

Reco also provides the best packaging to prevent Romertopf clay trays from breaking during transport. The packaging is specially designed to absorb the full impact of being dropped, moving from a truck to an airplane and vice versa, and any other impact that may occur during transit. Cooking with Romertopf crock pots will change any chef’s cooking habits after seeing the results and experiencing the joys of healthy cooking. Great tips and articles can be found at Cookwareatysk.com for clay bakers and clay pots.