Baking foil forms: features, varieties and operating rules

Among the variety of heat-resistant utensils forms of foil occupy a special place. Currently, their popularity has declined slightly. But they are completely forgotten. There are many dishes that are ideal in the form of foil. In their defense says a large number of useful characteristics. Such an acquisition will be profitable and will definitely come in handy in the culinary business.

Such forms are not in vain made of aluminum. Because of this, they have a lot of positive features.

• Convenience and practicality. Accelerate the time of cooking products, save power on washing, if the model is disposable.
• Multifunctional. Thanks to good thermal stability, they can not only bake, but also freeze and store food.
• Uniform distribution of heat. The dish does not burn at the edges and will not remain raw inside.
• Attractive appearance. It is pleasant to use forms, they can serve cooked dishes on the table. Such dishes help to maintain the desired temperature.
• Compliance with safety standards for humans, the absence of toxic substances.
• Environmental friendliness. Biodegradable material will not harm nature when disposed of.

Compared with other forms (ceramic, glass, steel or cast iron), foiled are lighter and convenient to store. Of course, they are inferior in strength and can wrinkle. But on the other hand, they will not be broken in the fall, like glass, they will not be chipped. Aluminum foil forms are more stable and retain their shape better than silicone or paper molds. An additional plus is low cost with good quality. Such dishes for baking can afford to buy most people.

Foil products are safe for contact with food. Of course, if it does not apply to the acidic environment. In this case, the contact must be minimal in time. Even with frequent use, the ingress of aluminum in food and, accordingly, in the human body is insignificant and can not cause significant harm. Moreover, a baking dish made of foil will help make the diet more healthy, since it does not require oiling.

Since there are quite a few varieties of metal forms, it should be clearly understood what constitutes a foil product. Roughly speaking, they can be understood only as the varieties of aluminum baking dishes that were made from a sheet (by pressing). Cast aluminum cookware is a completely different look, and its properties will be different.

Products may vary in thickness. More dense sides and a bottom give the chance of repeated use. But even reusable forms should be treated with care. In addition, forms can vary in size, capacity and height of the sides. Small molds are intended for the preparation of portions.

Usually when buying more pay attention to the appearance. Most common:

• square or rectangular;
• round or oval;
• figured (in the form of a flower, heart, and so on).

Single variants are most popular, however there are also double ones, as well as those consisting of several compartments. The bottom can be smooth or embossed.The ribbed bottom in the form of a certain pattern can become a decoration of the dish, especially when it comes to confectionery. The same applies to the sides.

Attention should be paid to the edges of the forms:

• L-shaped edge usually comes in models with lids;
• G-shaped edge is more suitable for baking, and it can be covered with a suitable sheet of regular foil.

It is necessary to distinguish between forms for baking and kasaletki - peculiar disposable storage containers that help preserve the freshness of food. In them food can be warmed up.

Foil molds can be used safely for:

• baking bakery products;
• roasting meat, fish, chicken, vegetables and fruits in the oven;
• for the preparation of cold appetizers and desserts;
• storage of cooked dishes;
• transportation of any suitable size products;
• freezing and warming up.

To use forms of aluminum foil did not bring disappointment, you should consider a few rules.

• Before the first use, despite the opinion that the foil has antibacterial properties, it is better to wash the product. This requires a soft sponge and the usual detergent - abrasives and hard brushes are prohibited. Before re-washing a dirty reusable container, it is better to soak in warm water, then wash and dry with a towel.
• Lubricate the form is not necessary. But make sure that the temperature was optimal, and the dish is not burnt - necessarily.
• To bake the meat evenly, the form is better to close the lid or foil. 10-15 minutes before readiness, the lid is removed and the dish is allowed to redden. Foil will help, if usually the top burns. Hermetically sealed form will save the oven from splashing fat.
• Do not overheat empty dishes. Before cooking, you need to heat only the oven. Direct contact with fire may cause burnout.
• Taking out foods from the mold is quite simple. To do this, you can use the blades, flip the container or cut the sides.

With the purchase of aluminum foil molds, there is usually no trouble. They can be purchased at any specialty store, as well as in some grocery. However, if necessary, such a form can be easily made with your own hands, using conventional foil. It is easily bent and crumpled, but it does not tear. Of course, for forms it is better to use foil thicker., but this information is not always indicated on the package, so any will do.

The easiest option is to take as a base suitable for the size and shape of the dishes. In this case, you need to act in a certain way.

• Sheets are placed on the outer or inner side of the selected container. This must be done so that the center of the bottom and the sheets are approximately the same, and the sides remain the same distance.
• Then proceed to the formation of the bottom. The stability of the structure depends on how precise the bends are.
• After the bottom, proceed to pressing the sheets on the sides. Once this is done, the formed edges need to be cut, and the sharp edges bend.

With small molds we do even easier. To do this, take two identical glasses without handles. We turn over one of them, on top (on the bottom from the outside) we put a sheet of foil and put on the second glass. Next you just need to draw the edge.

Foil baking containers can also be formed without a solid container - just with your hands. For convenience, some molds are made with handles.In this case, the bottom does not have to be smooth - with the help of available tools on it you can make suitable prints.

How to make a form of foil for baking, see below.