On Wednesday, July 24, 2013 10:17:17 AM UTC-7, Kalmia wrote:
> I have some shiny aluminum baking pans, and others of aluminum with a black coating (no , it's not non-stick stuff). Does is make a diff on time or temp? I have both types for muffins, and 8 incher etc.
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It makes a difference when it comes to cookie sheets, AKA jelly roll pans. ISTR that cookies on the shiny pan are done on the bottom while they're still pale on top. The darkened pan cooks more evenly.

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> Btw, I HATE my non-stick muffin tins, but I keep 'em in case someday I need to whip up a couple of dozen for some event ( altho I can't imagine WHAT.). I guess it's stupid to keep em, tho, and even more stupid to have bought' em.
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Are you super cramped for space? If so, give them to the Salvation Army. That's where I bought a couple vintage alu loaf pans.