Flan Dish

Also called a quiche dish, these are made of ovenproof porcelain, usually plain white, but many decorative ones are also available. The bottom of the base is unglazed so the heat is efficiently absorbed to bake the bottom of the pastry case; to intensify heat from the bottom and ensure a crisper baked base, place the dish on a preheated dark, heavy baking sheet. The classic shape is round with fluted, slightly sloping sides.