| are these funny colored, rubbery like objects that you | | | | silicone bakeware recipes there yours. All that is |
| see in the department stores, speciality kitchen stores | | | | necessary to remove cakes or muffins from the |
| (hosting KitchenAid, SiliconeZone, Llorente, Smartware | | | | silicone bakeware is to invert and apply pressure to |
| bakeware and more) and now on TV? What you | | | | the bottom and peel the bakeware back. For cakes, |
| have to be asking yourself is, do these products really | | | | place the baking sheet and silicone pan on a cooling |
| work? Well the answer is YES, they sure do. | | | | rack and allow to cool completely before removing the |
| Professionl chefs have been using silicone bakeware | | | | cake product. For bread, you can peel the pan away |
| for years. There are more brand choices today than | | | | immediately. |
| ever before. With the recent improvement in silicone | | | | Nothing but quality results – with silicone |
| bakeware, you should make 2007 the year that you | | | | bakeware everything is perfect. You get beautifully |
| give them a try. Read on to learn the facts about | | | | browned baked goods, they bake completely and |
| Silicone Bakeware. | | | | evenly and have no burnt bottoms or edges. The |
| What is Silicone? | | | | bakeware is rubbery so the baking stops once it is out |
| Silcone bakeware and other silicone kitchen utensils | | | | of the over. It is non porous so it never retains odors |
| are safe to use. Silicone is a class of inorganic rubbers | | | | from foods. The rim of the pan will cool quickly and |
| of various compositions and formulas made by linking | | | | you can touch that part in minutes, while the entire pan |
| silica atoms. Silicone was developed for its long life, | | | | will cool more quickly than conventional bakeware. |
| being able to withstand extreme temperatures, its | | | | They are durable and versatile - can be used in the |
| superior reliability and will not warp, change shapes or | | | | oven, freezer, microwave and fridge. Can go from one |
| breakdown due to extreme temperatures. As | | | | to the other instantly. Silicone bakeware can be used |
| mentioned earlier it is safe. Read more information on | | | | for quiches, cold treats, meats, fruits and more. For |
| silicone bakeware safety. Tthe FDA requires that the | | | | freezer use, just pour the batter evenly into the |
| product is made specifically for baking with no fillers. | | | | bakeware and place on a level surface in the freezer. |
| The fillers reduce the performance of the baking. | | | | When you are ready the frozen batter can go straight |
| Each manufacturer is different. Most silicone bakeware | | | | into the microwave or oven for baking or defrosting. |
| can withstand temperatures between 400-500°F | | | | You will need to place the pans on a baking sheet to |
| on the hight side and 0°F on the low side. Make | | | | stabilize them. When you use silicone bakeware the |
| sure to check the label to find the temperature range | | | | recipe time can be reduced by 10% or sometimes as |
| for your specific product. One word of warning is don't | | | | much as 5-10 minutes. For more information on this |
| use silicone bakeware on stovetops, hot plates or | | | | check silicone bakeware temperature adjustements. |
| direct heat. | | | | No problem cleaning - silicone bakeware is dishwasher |
| Here are some major benifets, reviews, instruction and | | | | safe and easy to clean. Just use soapy water, but |
| care for Silicone Bakeware. | | | | never use anything abrasive. This is a rubbery product |
| Silicone bakeware is a non stick material - this material | | | | so never use sharp objects that may cut through the |
| will not chip, fade or wear off over time. One thing you | | | | pan. If needed you can turn the pan inside out for |
| will have to do the first time is "season" the pan with oil | | | | cleaning they are so flexible. No more scrubbing ever |
| or cooking spray. After the first time it is not | | | | again. |
| necessary to do it again. Some silicone bakeware will | | | | Compact for easy storage - silicone bakeware is |
| need to be placed on a baking sheet for stability. | | | | lightweight and flexible, so you can bend, fold or twist |
| Unparrelled release of product - getting your favorite | | | | for easy storage. It has a "memory" so it will retain its |
| recipe out of the pan is easy. If you would like some | | | | shape. You can store a whole set in one drawer. |