It's durable and maintains its integrity even under frequent use. Caraway's Stainless Steel Cooling Rack exemplifies this and is designed to safely endure oven use while complementing our large baking sheets.
If you have cooling racks that fit into your sheet pans, you can also use them to roast items on the rack while in the oven. This way, the hot air of the oven will circulate around all parts of the item for a uniform crisping of the exterior. (This is an excellent way to prepare bacon in the oven, by the way.)
Can you put Caraway pans in the oven? Yep, they are safe up to 550 degrees.
If a cooling rack has a non-stick coating, that typically means that it's not safe for your oven. These coatings generally cannot handle the hot temperatures and it will likely cause the rack to warp (which is obviously not what you want).
Caraway Glass 4.4 Cup Food Container - Ceramic Coated for Nonstick Storage with Glass Lids - Dishwasher, Oven & Microwave Safe.
During Cooking
Caraway's 5-ply stainless steel cookware can hold heat more efficiently than traditional pans, so use yours on low to medium heat when cooking. Overheating can cause food to stick to the pan!
I use the large baking sheet and loaf pan most often, and both are still in great condition. Although my loaf pan did get one bad knife scratch; you want to be really careful with the knives and utensils you use on nonstick coating. From prepping egg sandwiches to muffins and more, these pans are worth the hype!
CURTA 2-Pack 18/8 stainless steel 12" x 8.7" cooling racks. Made from high-quality 18/8 stainless steel, this rack is built to last and withstand temperatures of up to 575°F. Measuring at 12 x 8.7 inches, it fits perfectly into standard baking sheets, making it ideal for cooling your baked goods quickly and evenly.
What's the difference between a cooling rack and a baking rack? Cooling racks may or may not be designed to be used in the oven, while baking racks are meant to be used in the oven. (Some cooling racks have a non-stick coating that might not be oven-safe.)
Your container should state that it is oven-ready. You can look for either a picture of an oven or the temperature range printed on the bottom of the container. If you can't determine if the container is safe for the oven, contact your supplier before using it in the oven to avoid possible injury and damage.
As a trained chef and founder of Organic Authority, I've tried countless kitchen tools and storage options. Caraway stands out for several reasons. These containers not only keep your food fresh and free from odors but also come in a range of stylish colors like sage, navy, and perracotta to match any kitchen decor.
The Bottom Line
Caraway is pricier than GreenPan, but their products have consistently been top performers in our tests and have continued to deliver top-quality performance after years of use. Alternately, GreenPan is more affordable but did become less nonstick over time.
The second con of the Caraway cookware line is that, like all non-stick, they won't last forever. Depending on how well you take care of them they will last anywhere from 1-3 years.
With an oven-proof cooling rack (and the words oven-proof are key—racks that have non-stick coatings are definitely not oven-proof), you can make crispy chicken thighs or breaded chicken cutlets; not-actually-fried french fries (or really any kind of crispy vegetable); perfect breaded fish (or adult fish sticks); and ...
You can set a rectangular cooling rack or even the V-shaped rack that came with your roasting pan inside the sheet pan. Either type of rack will lift the bird up so that it's not touching the bottom of the pan, allowing more even heat distribution around the turkey.
There are three ways to cook bacon in the oven—directly on an unlined sheet pan, on a sheet pan lined with aluminum foil, or on a metal cooling rack set over a sheet pan.
But, have you asked yourself, can cooling racks be used in the oven? Yes, that's right - the cooling rack is a multitasking kitchen tool that can also be used for roasting meats and vegetables in the oven.
Yes. Depending on how many rack placements are in your oven, positioning racks closer or farther from the heating elements has a direct impact on how your food cooks.
Consider the Design
Some cooling racks have additional features like rubber feet or plastic handles that are not designed to withstand high temperatures. If your rack includes any non-metal components, it's best to assume it is not oven-safe unless explicitly stated otherwise.
Once you have your cooling rack, using it on the grill is straightforward. Preheat your grill as usual. While it's heating up, prepare your small food items — chop your vegetables, prepare your shrimp, or dice your meat. If you're worried about sticking, lightly oiling the rack can help.
They create a perfect place for a hot pan, or a de-panned baked good, to cool down evenly and quickly. Unlike a trivet, which will simply hold a hot object off of your countertop or table, the design of a cooling rack allows air to circulate through it, reaching all sides of a pan.
Also, Caraway's cookware line is oven-safe up to 550 degrees, meaning the pans easily go from the cooktop (you can use it on electric, gas or induction burners) right into the oven. That high heat rating definitely gave me some peace of mind because most other nonstick cookware is only safe to about 400 degrees or so.
Our founder designed Caraway in New York and vetted vendors worldwide when deciding where to produce. As a result, our products are all made in world-class factories based in China, all of which adhere to our strict ethical manufacturing practices and maintain the required standards for BSCI or SMETA.