I need the real low down on using pyrex on a gas stove.i saw alton brown making gravy in a 9 x 12 clear glass bake dish on a gas stove.i assume it was pyrex what else could it be?

could it have been corningware, was it clear or?? I have heard some stange stories in the last few years about pyrex? here is a link--
Amazon.com: Customer Reviews: Pyrex 3-Quart Oblong Glass Baking/Serving Dish
I have the utmost respecr for Alton and he is an engineer/tech type cook--I am going to e-mail him and you should too- he should make that clear-
Happy Holidays,
Nan

Yes it was clear,thats why my dismay. THEY MAKE CLEAR CORNINGWARE????

I've heard it said that Pyrex CAN be used over a flame- though I've personally never tried it- and proll'y never will. Too weird and potentially distrubing for me to want to be near if it happens to backfire! Icky!

BTW, Jimmy- welcome to the site! I think you'll find we're a fine bunch of folks from a variety of bacgrounds, all regions and all walks of life. I personally find this place the funnest & friendliest such foodie forum on the web! smiles- kevin (chubbyalaskagriz)

re: pyrex on an open flame - a friend of mine tried it - great roast ended up in the trash and the mess wasn't worth it - I wouldn't chance it - period.

buy Corningware glass pans - work great