Abstract: Automatic basting apparatus including an inverted U-shaped standard positioned in a roasting pan partially filled with water. The legs of the standard are hollow, as well as the bight portion. Holes are provided in the bight portion to dispense condensed steam or meat or fowl roasted in the pan. As the water in the pan boils, it rises through the legs and condenses in the bight portion and is passed through the holes to provide a continuous basting action. The legs of the standard are split and connected by tubular sleeves to adjust the height of the bight portion relative to the food being roasted.