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At high temperatures, plastic melts and produces toxic substances. Such dishes cannot be placed in the oven, even for heating.
Everyone loves to cook in the oven – the dishes in it are not only tasty, but also healthy. However, you should know that not all materials can be placed in it. This is reported by the Eating Well website.
Plastic
At high temperatures, plastic melts and produces toxic substances. Such dishes cannot be placed in the oven, even for heating.
“It’s best to use cookware labeled ‘oven safe,'” says nutritionist Alex Lewis.
Therefore, check the labels first, and only then put the dishes in the oven.
Cardboard and paper (not for baking)
These materials can easily catch fire in the oven. You can only use special paper baking dishes impregnated with a special substance.
Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat as they can withstand high temperatures without melting, keeping your home and food safe.
Glass
Glass is sensitive to intense and rapid changes in temperature (for example, taking a hot dish out of the oven and plunging it into a sink filled with cold water). In these cases, it may break.
You should buy glass containers that are resistant to thermal shock, follow the manufacturer’s directions for safe temperatures, and always leave the container at room temperature after baking.
Leftover food in the oven
Often, food can drip onto the oven rack and other materials while cooking, getting stuck or leaving residue.
If you notice any spills (or smell smoke) while cooking, carefully remove the dish from the oven, allow the appliance to cool, and then wipe everything up.
Too much leftover food increases the risk of oven fire.
Tree
If such dishes do not catch fire, they will definitely smolder, emitting an unpleasant odor. Be careful – do not place dishes with wooden handles or parts.
