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The Well-Equipped Cook: Why We Love Rimmed Baking Sheets

Plus all the tools you’ll need to get the most from these versatile pans.

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Why We Love Rimmed Baking Sheets

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Why a Rimmed Baking Sheet Is Our Most-Used Pan

Carolyn Grillo. Associate Editor, ATK Reviews

I use a handful of reliable pots and pans frequently, but the one I reach for the most is this rimmed baking sheet. It’s incredibly versatile—as I quickly learned when I first started working in the test kitchen five years ago. A rimmed baking sheet can be used for baking, roasting, toasting, and broiling. It can also be used in conjunction with our winning wire rack to hold foods before and after frying and to drizzle chocolate over desserts. With all the cooking tasks this pan can tackle, is it any wonder it’s our favorite? Recently we reviewed nonstick rimmed baking sheets and discovered that they’re great for cooks who love the convenience of nonstick surfaces and the ease of quick cleanups. However, they require a bit more care than their traditional counterparts, and they shouldn’t be used in ovens with temperatures higher than 450 degrees (this includes broiling, too). In addition to our winning rimmed baking sheets, this week’s buying guide also includes all the tools you’ll need to get the most from these versatile pans.

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A Rimmed Baking Sheet

To find the best traditional rimmed baking sheet, we selected eight models and put them through their paces. We baked our way through cakes and dozens of sugar cookies and then roasted chicken thighs and parsnips. For each recipe, we examined how evenly foods browned across the surface of the pan, as well as how cleanly they released. Throughout testing, we kept a close eye on warping and evaluated how comfortable each pan felt when loaded with foods. Read more ›

OUR WINNER

Nordic Ware Baker’s Half Sheet

Baking: ★★★ Handling: ★★★ Rack Compatibility: ★★★ Warping: ★★½ Roasting: ★★★

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USA Pan Half Sheet Baking Pan

Nonstick rimmed baking sheets won’t replace traditional rimmed baking sheets, but they might be a useful addition to your cookware collection if you value easy cleanup, bake frequently, or cook delicate or sticky foods often.
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Checkered Chef Cooling Rack

We often use this wire rack inside our winning traditional rimmed baking sheet. It promotes air circulation, encouraging crisping and preventing sogginess when roasting or broiling meats.
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The Well-Equipped Cook: Why We Love Rimmed Baking Sheets

Plus all the tools you’ll need to get the most from these versatile pans.

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