Disgusting: what are they and how to choose them?

Cooking culinary masterpieces in the oven requires the use of special utensils.

Properly selected dishes will perform well during use and will last a long time. For the manufacture of baking sheets, different materials are used, each of which has its own characteristics.

An oven tray is needed to bake food. It is a rectangular or square shape with curved edges, or a sheet (stand) for smaller shapes.

Depending on the shape and height of the sides, it can be used for cooking various baked goods, meat, fish, vegetable dishes. An object is made of various materials, on which the basic heating properties depend.

The baking tray can be used for baking, making pizza or bread, or for barbecuing. The specific use depends on the shape of the product. The height of the walls is also of great importance. If the hem is raised high, then you can cook dishes that are liquid when raw. (dough, meat with sauce, etc.). The low edge on all sides or only two allows the product to be used as a baking sheet.

In this case, cooking is more comfortable.

The types of forms of trays can be as follows.

1. Universal. Suitable for all meals. They have a medium edge height and a flat bottom.
2. Flat. It has no sides or only 1-2 small sizes.Suitable for preparing various dry biscuits. It is often used as a support for other shapes.
3. Deep. Designed for the preparation of dough (pastries), meat and vegetables. Has a high hem.
4. With grill surface (grid). Allows you to preserve juices when cooking meat and vegetables. Has a raised bottom.
5. Perforated. Has holes at the bottom. Provides the appearance of a golden brown crust underneath. It is used for drying and drying food, making yeast and curd baked goods.
6. Round. It is intended for preparation of dishes from yeast and butter dough, pizza.

When choosing a baking sheet for home or commercial use, consider the size.

The options for the trays in this case may be as follows.

1. Fullsize 18 * 25 inches. For use only in combination with commercial ovens.
2. Half 18 * 13. They are considered universal, however, they are more often found in professional kitchens.
3. Quarter 9 * 13 inches. Usually found in everyday life. Rarely used commercially for small quantities of food.

Baking trays in the oven are made in a wide range.

They are distinguished by an attractive design, however, not very practical. The product may break if dropped or hit. Before sending the baking sheet to the oven, you need to slightly warm it up. Glass does not tolerate sudden changes in temperature and can break. Such models can maintain the temperature of the prepared dish for a long time. Used only in everyday life.

The material is environmentally friendly, it is safe to use such baking sheets. Practical models are easy to clean and affordable. They are the most common. Metal does not spoil the taste of food. Can be non-stick or enamelled.

Differs in the presence of a non-stick coating. Dishes cook quickly because the material heats up perfectly. The low weight of the baking sheet makes it easy to use.

One of the modern options that quickly gained popularity. Easily withstand temperatures up to 280 ° C. They are distinguished by their compactness and safety. Such baking trays are especially appreciated due to the fact that they do not burn your fingers when removing the finished dish from the oven. When used correctly, it is not necessary to grease the pan generously with oil before baking. The dishes are heated evenly, the baking sheet does not absorb odors.

Modern manufacturers practically do not make products from such material. It is heavy but durable. They warm up for a long time, but evenly and keep the temperature well. They are not afraid of mechanical damage. Perforated models are commonly used.

Dishes in such baking trays retain many useful microelements due to the simmering effect. This is possible due to the porosity of the material. Ceramics do not emit harmful substances into food. If liquid gets into microcracks, then such trays quickly collapse.

Due to the non-stick coating, dishes do not stick to such baking sheets. The shape needs to be looked after especially carefully, it does not tolerate metal accessories, shocks and other mechanical influences.

The range of baking trays is so large that it is difficult to find something suitable the first time. The following manufacturers deserve attention.

1. Tefal. Universal steel products are coated with non-stick material. These baking trays are pleasant and easy to cook. Special care is not required, the price of the products is affordable. The choice is quite wide, you can focus on your needs.
2. Kukmara. Products are made from cast aluminum of acceptable thickness. The food warms up quickly and evenly so that the food does not stick.Before use, cover the baking sheet with parchment paper or grease it with oil because there is no non-stick coating. Options with high sides allow you to cook any food and do not deform during operation.
3. Bosch. The manufacturer offers a wide range of quality products from different materials. There are models in aluminum, glass, ceramics and enamel. The cost is much higher than that of analogues. Baking trays with high and low edges, with a grid allow you to cook a lot of dishes without sticking and scorching.
4. Gorenje. The most popular are models made of durable glass. The manufacturer guarantees their quality and durability. The assortment also includes baking trays made of other materials for various purposes. Including products with a grill grill.
5. Elextrolux. Baking trays with adjustable width are popular. The products are universal, suitable for all sizes of ovens. In addition, there is a non-stick coating, which makes the cooking process more comfortable. A great option for those who often invite guests.
6. Pyrex. The manufacturer pleases with glass products with low sides. The baking trays are universal and can be used both in ovens and in microwave ovens. Other models in the range are made of stainless steel and have a non-stick coating

The size of the baking sheet should be matched to the size of the oven.

The metal baking trays are suitable for baking cakes, rolls, pies and other yeast baked goods. Teflon products are best used for casseroles made from meat, fish, poultry and vegetables. Silicone is best for muffins, muffins, cookies and biscuits.

They have already earned the trust of customers, and you can be confident in the safety of the materials used for their manufacture.

Here are the recommendations of professional chefs.

1. Baking trays with low sides (up to 2 cm) or without them are only suitable for cookies, cakes, baking potatoes.
2. High sides prevent food from flowing into the oven. You can use products for baguettes, bread, baking pies and other sweets with fillings.
3. For cooking meat and fish dishes, products with lids are better suited. It is also worth taking a closer look at baking trays with handles made of material that does not heat up.
4. For a gas stove, it is best not to use thin aluminum baking sheets. They will not heat up evenly, causing food to stick and burn.
5. If you take a baking sheet for the airfryer effect, then you should give preference to models with removable grates. Dishes on them retain more juice than in the case of a raised bottom. It is much easier to wash the product.

How to choose a baking tray, you can learn from the video.