The Baker's Half Sheet with Lid is a need in any chef's kitchen. Baking professionals know that the secret to evenly baked and perfectly browned food is to cook it on aluminum bakeware. Aluminum is widely known for its excellent heat conductivity and cooks more evenly and thoroughly than other metals. It comes with A convenient lid for transporting and storing your baked goods. The Nordic Ware baker's quarter sheet pan features a lid that secures tightly to keep foods fresh. USE INSTRUCTIONS Pan is oven-safe to 500° F (260° C). Safe for broiling. Lid is for storage only, NOT oven safe. Lid is BPA and Melamine-free. Use of butter or oil will improve browning and release of foods. Parchment paper may be used and makes cleanup simple. Safe for use with nylon, wood, or silicone utensils and scrub brushes. Metal utensils and cleaning brushes will scratch the surface of your pan and are not recommended; however, scratches do not change the cooking properties or safety of yourpans, which are made to last a lifetime. CARE FOR YOUR PANS Natural aluminum pans will develop a patina with time and use; to brighten them up, try scrubbing with lemon juice, vinegar, cream of tartar or baking soda. Hand wash recommended with warm, soapy water. Automatic dishwasher use is not advised, as discoloration will occur from detergent reacting with aluminum. This discoloration is merely cosmetic and will not affect baking properties or safety of the pan.
