Pyrex or Corning Ware?

[DaughterOfKali]

I don't want traditional non stick bakeware. So, help me decide between pyrex and Corning Ware.

Which one do you like better? Why?

Thanks!

[fruitfulmomma]

I have them both and use them about equally. I guess if I had to pick one I'd go with the Corning Ware, probably purely for aesthetic reasons.

[swd12422]

Ditto... I have old pyrex that has cooking spray burned onto its handles, but overall they're both easy to clean and they bake the same. But for setting out a casserole on the table, it looks nicer (to me) in a white pan than clear glass, so that would be the only consideration.

If that doesn't matter much, just go with whatever you can get the best deal on.

[newbymom05]

I like the Corning Ware for casserole dishes b/c they have so many different sizes and mine have handy glass lids. All my Pyrex came w/ plastic or silicone lids. I like Pyrex for my 8x8 and 8x13 pans, I'd buy CW in that size if I ever saw it. I agree w/ the pps that CW is prettier.

[DaughterOfKali]

So, both are sturdy?

Oh, I saw CW at Target that said it can be used for 9x13 recipes.

[miss_sonja]

I love my vintage Pyrex! Pretty colours. I also have the clear blue Pyrex baking dishes--those are my workhorses of the oven!

[luv-my-boys]

Originally Posted by newbymom05

. All my Pyrex came w/ plastic or silicone lids. .

My pyrex all has glass lids?

I personally have more pyrex, probably because it is cheaper in my neck of the woods, but I do have a few corning serving ware that is larger capacity for larger dinners and such. I havent had a problem with cooked on food/oil on my glass pants. Anything that has ever stuck was quickly disolved in hot water and dish soap.

[Ola_]

Totally off topic but I've found a baking soda paste and some scrubbing does a great job of getting off those baked-on brown spots on pyrex.

[MomToKandE]

Originally Posted by DaughterOfKali

So, both are sturdy?

Yes. As far as function I think they're the same. I like CW for serving in because it's prettier but I like pyrex for storage because it's clear. I have a few CW pieces with plastic lids for the fridge but because I can't see what's in them I forget about it and the leftovers spoil.

[DaughterOfKali]

Thanks for all the answers! The pyrex is definitely cheaper. I'll wait for a sale before I buy either of them.

[elsie]

Both have there pluses and minuses. I don't think I could choose just one, I like the pieces of both I have for what I use them for. I bake more with pyrex and my stone ware. Corning ware is more for small caseroles type dishes. They are both wonderful and I have had no problems cleaning either - nothing that a good warm soapy soak could not take care of.

[DaughterOfKali]

I decided to become a Pampered Chef consultant instead of investing in pyrex and CW.

Can't wait to host online parties! I love stoneware! :