Which Pan Should You Use?

Baking pans come in many different styles and sizes. Each style of pan has a different cooking process and skill required to use them. The pan you choose will depend on what you are baking. In today’s blog Public Kitchen Supply will compare sheet pans, Flexipans and Silpats, helping you choose the best pan for your kitchen.
Sheet pans are typically made out of aluminum or stainless steel. They are a fundamental tool in most commercial and residential kitchens. Sheet pans are great for the kitchen because they can be used for baking rolls, cookies, cakes, pastries and more. We are particularly fond of Browne-Halco’s Half Size Aluminum Sheet Pan. It is made from strong 18 gauge aluminum, allowing it to hold a considerable amount of weight. The Half Size Aluminum Sheet Pan is from Browne-Halco’s Thermalloy line. Products in the Thermalloy line are designed to prevent burns. Sheet pans pair well with Flexipans and Silpats. When purchasing sheet pans Public Kitchen Supply recommends full size sheets for commercial kitchens and half size sheets for residential kitchens.
Flexipans are unique non-stick baking molds coming in many different designs. They are made from glass fabric coated in food grade silicone. Silicone is an excellent heat conductor and provides non-stick properties, allowing finished products to easily pop out of the mold. Glass fabric is beneficial because it supports the strength of the Flexipan while making baked goods soft. Chefs who choose Flexipan can testify to clean uniform baking. Public Kitchen Supply recommends the Assorted Savarins Flexipan, great for appetizers and desserts.
Silpats are from the same maker of Flexipan, Sasa Demarle. The Silpat is a pastry mat meant for rolling dough, sugar work, and dessert decoration. Silpats replace greaseproof paper, a financially and environmentally sound choice. Use the Silpat for baking soft biscuits or a rich crème brulee. Silpats are available in full and half sizes, along with several unique shapes like the Octogonal Silpat.
Baking is a science and the bake-ware you use will dramatically affect the final product. Be sure to use the correct baking pan for all of your recipes. At Public Kitchen Supply it is our mission to provide quality kitchen equipment for our customers. If you would like to learn more about Browne-Halco or Sasa Demarle products visit our website at PublicKitchenSupply.com.