What Bakeware Should be Used
What Bakeware Should I Use in my Whirlpool Oven
The bakeware material affects cooking results. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations and use the bakeware size recommended in the recipe. Use the following information as a guide:
| Bakeware Type | Expected Outcome |
|---|---|
| Light-colored aluminum | Produces light golden crusts with even browning. Use the temperature and time recommended in the recipe. |
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Dark aluminum Dark, dull, and/or nonstick finish |
Produces brown, crisp crusts. You need to place the rack in the center of the oven and for best results may need to reduce baking temperatures by 25°F (15°C). For pies, breads, and casseroles, use the temperature recommended in the recipe. |
| Insulated cookie sheets or baking pans | Produce little or no bottom browning. Place the pan or sheet in the bottom third of the oven. You may need to increase baking time. |
| Stainless steel | It produces light, golden crusts and uneven browning. You may need to increase baking time. |
| Stoneware | Produces a crisp crust. Please review and follow the manufacturer's instructions. |
| Ovenproof glassware, ceramic glass, or ceramic | Produces brown, crisp crusts. You may need to reduce the baking temperatures by 25°F (15°C). |