SILICONE BAKEWARE TIPS

Silicone is a fairly new material in the home kitchen, copying a proven winner from the commercial kitchen, it is a great addition to your success in the kitchen.

Silicone is being used in tools like spatula’s, spoons, scrapers and tongs and also to replace the metal or glass bakeware most of us grew up with in the kitchen.  They are very successful as loaf pans, muffin pans, cake pans and sculpted bakeware of all shapes.  I have even seen ice trays in silicone.

The visually appealing part of silicone is it is being made in all sorts of bright and interesting colors.  It is extremely durable, and can withstand extreme temperatures.  Anything that can take the heat in the kitchen will be a winner.

Tips for using silicone products in the kitchen:

◊  No need to grease or oil the pans – foods just don’t stick!

◊  Dishwasher, Freezer, Oven, Microwave and Refrigerator safe.

◊  Pans bake evenly – I found better than metal or glass

◊  Just give the pan a little twist or pull the sides away from what you baked and

    your finished product comes right out.

◊  Use your recipes as usual, no adjustments are needed.

◊  Silicone keeps it’s shape, so they store easily, even in a crowded cupboard.

◊  Manufacture’s heat recommendations are on packaging, and usually stamped

    right into the silicone, do pay attention to these.  They are plenty high, but are

    different between brands.

◊  I find it a good idea to use these with a cookie sheet under them, gives it

    stiffness when putting in oven, will catch any spills, also helps with stability

    when removing from oven.  Not required, but try it, it makes a more enjoyable

    baking experience.

◊  As with any bakeware, wash before first use.

◊  Do not use on the stovetop or over an open flame!

◊  Knives and sharp objects will damage your silicone, remove from bakeware

    before slicing or cutting.

You are a modern woman, try the most modern bakeware.  It is extremely durable and will become something you will rely on for many years.