Old Stone Oven Baking Stones
Pros
- Old Stone Oven are thermal shock tested so they won’t crack.
- The clay will absorb moisture leaving a crispy crust.
- The stones replicate traditional pizza ovens and can handle ultra-high temperatures.
Cons
- They cannot be used for high fat foods because the will absorb the fat which causes odors.
- Over time, the stones will develop a discoloration.
- The stone will crack if used while wet.
The Kitchen Supply Company is a family owned company that began in 1973 as a distributor of kitchen housewares. Today it is a wholesale supplier to gourmet retailers throughout North America. Old Stone Oven is one of their original products and is still being produced today. They call it “The Original Baking Stone” and state that it is the best stone on the market. Old Stone Oven was ranked as the #1 baking stone by Cook’s Illustrated Magazine in 2003.
The Old Stone Oven Baking Stones are ideal for home oven use and resemble baking ovens of traditional Italy. They are thicker than other stoneware on the market and can retain heat to help you make the perfect pizza crust right in your home oven. These stones can also be used to bake rolls, breads and biscuits. They work great as a warming tray when you want to keep meals warm until they are ready to serve. For easy cleanup, just turn on your oven’s self-cleaning cycle or wipe clean with a damp cloth.
Old Stone Oven 14-Inch by 16-Inch Baking Stone Review
Pizza ovens used in restaurants and traditional European pizzerias are often made out of a brick or stone. This is because the heat is stored in the brick and is redistributed evenly. The Old Stone Oven 14-Inch by 16-Inch Baking Stone replicates these ovens and the resulting blast of heat creates the perfect crust – crispy outside and chewy inside. Galettes, a French bread, can also be baked on top of this stone. The best way to use it is by placing the stone inside the oven and preheating it to 500 degrees. This will get the stone nice and hot in about 30 minutes.
The baking stone is made from the same material used in kilns and furnaces so it can handle high heat.
After using the stone, make sure it is completely cool before washing it. Let it dry completely before putting it back in the oven. Discoloration will occur naturally but will not alter the taste of the food.
Some people choose to put parchment paper on top of the stone to prevent discoloration but I don’t feel that it is necessary. It is best to avoid baking cookies or turnovers on the stone as it will absorb the fat. The Old Stone Oven 14-Inch by 16-Inch Baking Stone includes an instruction booklet with detailed cleaning instructions and recipes.
Old Stone Oven 16-Inch Round Stone Review
One problem with making pizza at home is that it never tastes the same as what you would get at a pizzeria. The Old Stone Oven 16-Inch Round Stone will allow you to bake pizzeria quality pizza right from your home oven. It is made from the same firebrick material used in kilns and furnaces which replicates the results of wood ovens. This creates a crispy, chewy crust that your entire family will love.
The stone redistributes heat evenly so the pizza will stay warm for quite a while after it comes out of the stone. The clay can withstand thermal shock so it won’t crack when it is moved from the fridge to the oven. This stone is 16-inches in diameter which is the perfect size for a family-size pizza stone. The top of the stone is flat so the pie can be cut and served right from the surface. There are eight feet located underneath the stone to keep it balanced on your oven shelf.
Before cleaning the stones, make sure they are completely cool. They should be cleaned by simply wiping them down with a wet cloth. Make sure they are dry before using them again. The Old Stone Oven Pizza for Two Baking Stones allows you to bake two personal sized pizzas at the same time and get the same delicious quality as you would with a larger stone.
