The Verdict
The CorningWare ceramic bakeware set with lids brings classic fluted styling and practical versatility to your kitchen, moving effortlessly from the freezer directly to a preheated oven and onto your dining table. Made from chip- and crack-resistant stoneware in French Cabernet, this 6-piece collection ensures even heat distribution while resisting stains and food odors.
Why We Love It (Key Features)
- Stoneware Ceramic Construction: Distributes heat evenly for consistent baking results, resists chipping and cracking, and will not absorb lingering food odors or stubborn stains.
- True Freezer-to-Table Versatility: Eliminates extra dish transfers because each piece is safe for use in the freezer, fridge, microwave, preheated oven, and dishwasher.
- Custom-Fitted Lids for Cooking and Storing: Includes dedicated glass covers for the 2.5-quart and 1.5-quart dishes that are safe for baking and microwave reheating, alongside a BPA-free plastic lid for the 15-ounce dish tailored for convenient chilling and storage.
- Iconic Fluted Design: Combines reliable heritage aesthetics with a contemporary French Cabernet finish that looks polished on any serving table.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Six-piece set provides three practical sizes: 2.5-quart, 1.5-quart, and 15-ounce dishes.
- Glass lids are safe for preheated ovens, microwaves, freezers, and dishwashers.
- Non-porous stoneware resists flavors, odors, and staining.
- BPA-free plastic lid is top-rack dishwasher and microwave safe.
Cons
- The plastic lid is limited to top-rack dishwasher cleaning and is not rated for oven use.
- Storing multiple ceramic dishes with separate glass and plastic lids requires dedicated cabinet storage space.
Who Should Buy This?
This set is ideal for home cooks and entertainers looking for durable, multi-use casserole dishes that present beautifully at dinner parties without creating a sink full of extra serving bowls.
Frequently Asked Questions About the CorningWare Ceramic Bakeware Set with Lids
What pieces are included in this 6-piece CorningWare ceramic bakeware set with lids?
The set includes three oval baking dishes and three corresponding lids: one 2.5-quart oval dish with a glass lid, one 1.5-quart oval dish with a glass lid, and one 15-ounce oval dish with a BPA-free plastic lid.
Are the lids safe to use in a preheated oven?
The glass lids included with the 2.5-quart and 1.5-quart dishes are safe for preheated ovens, microwaves, freezers, and dishwashers. The BPA-free plastic cover for the 15-ounce dish is designed for microwave and top-rack dishwasher use, but not for oven baking.
Does the stoneware material absorb food smells or stains?
No, the stoneware ceramic material resists stains and is designed not to absorb food odors or flavors over time.
5.0 out of 5 stars Can't beat this inexpensive bakeware! I had a set of these for close to 20 years and while the smaller one disappeared long ago, (don’t remember it breaking, but with 3 kids growing up anything may have happened) the 2 larger dishes, and their covers, have been troopers. Lots of thin grey lines now all through them, and the larger one finally cracked on one of those lines, so I’m back for another set and will have an extra. Perfect for small casseroles, parmesans, veggies etc. ; *great* outside on the patio table to keep heat in/bugs out with a trivet underneath, and stacking these 3 same shape descending dishes is a super space saver in the kitchen. Not exactly a cool and exciting purchase, but if you’re on a budget and want quality- you’ll get your money’s worth for sure!Variation: Color: French WhiteSize: 6-Piece Set
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect. What a deal! My Mom has a CorningWare casserole covered dish she’s cooked with for 60 years! That’s durability. When I was in elementary school, a glass baking dish burst in the oven. Since then, she only uses CorningWare and Pyrex. I didn’t own any glass baking dishes or casserole dishes. This is my first set. I couldn’t have gotten pieces at a thrift store for less than the $38 I paid for these. Living in a tiny apartment, I didn’t have room for a bigger set. This is all I really need to serve a holiday dinner, with two casserole sides. I really like the creamy white color and the ribbed texture. Easy to handle, looks good, will work with any china. The weight and size are just right. They go from oven, to table to fridge to freezer, so perfect for storage. I’m so pleased with this set and my Mom’s experience with CorningWare speaks for itself. Extra glass lids available, too, just in case. Love that!Variation: Color: French WhiteSize: 6-Piece Set
5.0 out of 5 stars **⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The One‑and‑Done Bakeware Set Every Kitchen Deserves** The 12‑piece French Navy CorningWare set has turned weeknight dinners and weekend meal‑prep into a pleasure instead of a juggling act. Each piece feels reassuringly solid yet far lighter than my old stoneware pans, and the triple‑layer ceramic resists chips and cracks even when I slide a hot dish straight from oven to granite countertop. I’ve roasted chicken thighs at 425 °F, frozen lasagna overnight, and reheated leftovers in the microwave—all in the same casserole—and the glossy interior still wipes perfectly clean with a soapy sponge. The snug glass and silicone lids are a game‑changer: snap one on and I can shuttle a bubbling bake to a potluck without a single spill, then pop the same dish (lid and all) into the fridge for leftovers.The range of sizes covers every recipe I throw at it. The largest baker handles family‑sized shepherd’s pie, while the petite ramekins are ideal for crème brûlée or portioned mac‑and‑cheese. Because the pieces nest neatly, the entire set claims half the cabinet space my mismatched pans used to hog, and the rich navy glaze dresses up the table so well I often skip a serving platter entirely. After dozens of dishwasher cycles there’s not a hint of staining or dulling, and those dreaded gray utensil marks that plagued my old ceramic simply don’t appear. From freezer to oven to dishwasher without a crack or complaint, this CorningWare set delivers flawless performance and understated elegance every single time. Five stars—and probably the last bakeware I’ll buy for a decade.
5.0 out of 5 stars Elegant and cleans up well! Fashionable and functional. I use this at least once a week. Comes clean without special care. I bake all my favorites in this bakeware. After all these years I finally came back to Corning. Easy to care for strong and durable. The lids make storage easy and keeping items warm. Can cook and serve in same dish whit an elegant table. No nonstick metal flakes again! Comes in a variety of sizes and shapes for all needs.Variation: Color: French WhiteSize: 6-Piece Set
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect Works at expected. Can’t go wrong with CorningWare.Variation: Color: French WhiteSize: 6-Piece Set
5.0 out of 5 stars Strong, attractive color, not too heavy. These arrived well packed and everything in one piece. I had owned a set of the CorningWare casserole dishes before, but left them with behind along with my ex wife. These are the exact same strong set in French White and they look great. I would have liked to order the larger oblong set, but they were not available at the time. These round dishes actually nest together nicely and take up less space in a kitchen cabinet.I am looking forward to trying these out with the new casserole recipes cookbook I ordered.
5.0 out of 5 stars Nice ceramic set Great for the kitchen and easy to stow away.Variation: Color: French WhiteSize: 6-Piece Set