On Monday, November 11, 2013 11:07:43 PM UTC-5, Polly Esther wrote:

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> I like the notion of using the broiler pan for holding cool water and/or
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> ice. Setting a casserole in the sink is risky here. Polly

Yeah - you can set the broiler pan on top of the stove or on a counter. I also use my broiler pan bottom for a custard ' bath', and have even used it with a rack to roast a chicken or make a huge lasagna. I rarely broil meat, but it still is a dandy tool when you need a large, metal vessel.

The matter seems academic tho - usually, most cooks are trying their utmost to keep things hot, like "Gotta bring Bertha a hot side dish for T-giving dinner." and she lives an hour's drive away.