Do you open the vent on a roaster pan or not?

_Most roaster pans come with a lid and a way to open or close a vent in the lid._ Opening or closing the vent can help control the humidity and temperature inside the pan, which can affect the cooking time and the texture of the food.

When to open the vent:

- _If you are cooking something with a lot of liquid, covering it and cooking it covered will help to keep in moisture. However, if you want the liquid to evaporate and the food to brown, you can remove the lid or open the vent halfway through cooking._

When to close the vent:

- _If you are cooking something that needs a lot of moisture to cook, such as poultry or vegetables, it's best to keep the lid closed and the vent closed._ This will help to keep the food from drying out.

- If you are using a rotisserie function on your oven, the vent should always be open for the duration of the cooking time. This ensures hot air circulates around the food for even cooking.

Tip: _Check your recipe to see if it has specific instructions about opening or closing the vent. If it doesn't, use the general guidelines above to decide._