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Parchment paper for writing has been around for centuries. Using parchment paper for cooking is a modern way to present food attractively and make clean-up easy. A bonus: This paper is disposable, ...

Parchment paper is handy for food storage, steaming fish and veggies, and preventing cookies and cakes from sticking to baking sheets and pans. The trouble is, used parchment paper can pile up fast ...

Here's when it's necessary and when it's not.

One of the most beloved tools in restaurant kitchens is the simple stack of parchment paper positioned near the oven. It helps ensure baking sheets stay clean, prevents baked goods from over-browning ...

Claire is Lifehacker's Senior Food Editor. She has a B.S. in chemistry, a decade of food journalism experience, and a deep love for mayonnaise and MSG. In a lot of cases, parchment paper and aluminum ...