Using Silpat for something other than cookies, eg roasting potatoes I have something that must be similar to a Silpat. My aunt sent it to me from England after I saw her use hers for roasting lamb etc. I have been using the sheet she sent me as a liner in my cookie sheet but I roast potatoes on it (they have been tossed in olive oil, pepper and ground salt) before they go into the oven. It works so well for this and means much less clean up on my sheet. Is the Silpat okay for this type of use? I see lots of people mention baking cookies and other pastry baking but very little sign of roasting vegetables or other type of cooking. Someone had mentioned a roast. I want to get another sheet and get as gifts for mom and sister but want to be sure the Silpat performs in this same way. Using Silpat for something other than cookies, eg roasting potatoes I have something that must be similar to a Silpat. My aunt sent it to me from England after I saw her use hers for roasting lamb... » Read More Using Silpat for something other than cookies, eg roasting potatoes I have something that must be similar to a Silpat. My aunt sent it to me from England after I saw her use hers for roasting lamb etc. I have been using the sheet she sent me as a liner in my cookie sheet but I roast potatoes on it (they have been tossed in olive oil, pepper and ground salt) before they go into the oven. It works so well for this and means much less clean up on my sheet. Is the Silpat okay for this type of use? I see lots of people mention baking cookies and other pastry baking but very little sign of roasting vegetables or other type of cooking. Someone had mentioned a roast. I want to get another sheet and get as gifts for mom and sister but want to be sure the Silpat performs in this same way. « Show Less
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Yes...it's awesome for everything but broiling and grilling (too hot of a direct heat). If you roast veggies tossed in oil or bake chicken, or any other thing where oil is involved, they are much harder to clean and they darken over time, but it has not affected performance for me. I have had mine for about 4 years. Just use Dawn or some other soap that really cuts grease and a scrub sponge designed for nonstick cookware along with some elbow grease and they will clean up, but they do darken with such use. It is still a snap to clean compared to a roasting pan with its burnt-on gunk! Do not hesitate. I use mine for roasting four times as often as I bake with them...maybe more. Yes...it's awesome for everything but broiling and grilling (too hot of a direct heat). If you roast veggies tossed in oil or bake chicken, or any other thing where oil is involved, they are much harder to clean and they darken over time, but it has not affected performance for me. I have had mine for about 4 years. Just use Dawn or some other soap that really cuts grease and a scrub sponge designed for nonstick cookware along with some elbow grease and they will clean up, but they do darken with such use. It is still a snap to clean compared to a roasting pan with its burnt-on gunk! Do not... » Read More Yes...it's awesome for everything but broiling and grilling (too hot of a direct heat). If you roast veggies tossed in oil or bake chicken, or any other thing where oil is involved, they are much harder to clean and they darken over time, but it has not affected performance for me. I have had mine for about 4 years. Just use Dawn or some other soap that really cuts grease and a scrub sponge designed for nonstick cookware along with some elbow grease and they will clean up, but they do darken with such use. It is still a snap to clean compared to a roasting pan with its burnt-on gunk! Do not hesitate. I use mine for roasting four times as often as I bake with them...maybe more. « Show Less
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We really love roasted veggies. The Silpat works like a champ! I've roasted cauliflower, asparagus, okra, potatoes, sweet potatoes, and brussel sprouts. My favorite use it roasting tomatoes, tomatilloes peppers, garlic and onions for salsa. I have not tried meats, but should be great for ribs, etc. Hope this helps.
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I've used it for parmesan french fries and it's worked fine. I've read many other reviews who also use silpat for savory items.
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I use the silpat EVERY time I use a baking sheet. Whatever you use your baking pan for, this makes it 'non-stick' and easy to clean up. Even when I am roasting chicken on a wire rack in the pan, I put the silpat in there to make it easier to clean up later (you still get some baked-on crud at the edge, but the center of the pan stays clean). From cookies to biscuits, if I am using the pan, I am using the silpat as a liner.
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Joe, I haven't tried to use this stone for cookies yet, but I probably wouldn't use it for that because it would likely cause your cookies to become overdone and hard. I think this is intended more for things like breads and pizzas that benefit from a firm bottom crust. For cookies I would stay with a typical metal baking sheet, preferably one without a dark nonstick surface.
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This is a silicone mat, so it can be used for either purpose. Personally, I wouldn't use it for baking - I have separate mats for that purpose. With the measurements, this one is primarily for use making pastry. I've found it really useful in that regard. But again, to me, the primary function of this is as a pastry mat.
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Yes, a cookie sheet is needed , but the Silpat is an excellent product and comes in various sizes
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Hello. I haven't tried this yet but here is a recipe that will probably work but be sure to check the potatoes with a fork after a few minutes (depending on size) for doneness and to make sure the water in the bottom of the pot has not evaporated. Also, scrub the potatoes well before starting to remove any dirt and peel them ahead if you are making mashed potatoes. Steaming produces a much softer and mushier product than baking or microwaving (my preferred methods). Here is the website: http://www.livestrong.com/article/435104-how-to-steam-red-potatoes-in-an-electric-steamer/ AND/OR http://www.livestrong.com/article/555329-baking-a-potato-in-a-rice-steamer/ . Remember that the George Foreman is really just a pot with a heating element in the bottom and if you have the option, use your microwave after piercing potatoes with a knife if in a hurry or your oven if you are baking other things and don't mind heating up the kitchen. Let me know if you have any other questions.
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Does anyone have a microwave with sensor for baked potatoes? If so, have you tried it with the Potato Express? I'm thinking of using that method, though the sensor may not work on something in a bag. Not sure why my hubby got me this for Xmas, as I was making darn good taters in the oven or using the microwave sensor with the taters wrapped in wet paper towels.
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I tried both and didn't see any difference. I personally don't like to bake bread or pizzas on Silpat or silpain, since I found that the bottom crusts are too pale. I bake bread daily using a pizza stone.
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Personally I would never consider cutting it. I don't know what it would do but I know they stress not to ever cut anything on it with a knife. I would recommend buying a perforated pan (the one with all the tiny holes). I think those pans truly are what these silicon mats are meant to be used with. Sil-Eco makes a perforated pan that has big enough measurements for these mats for about $15 on Amazon. I have a similar one I bought elsewhere and the holes makes for some nice even baking.
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I found that it can be used for baking cookies, muffins, tarts, lasagna, and brownies just fine. I have not tried cakes. The size though can be an issue and its best not to have a pan that "just fits" or the edges of the pan don't cook as well as the center. It is trial and error to find the right temperature sometimes but its like that with conventional ovens too. In general, I would say that yes it works for conventional baking as long as you decrease the size appropriately for the size of the oven.
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I have no experience with a regular Silpat, so I can't make a comparison. It may not be, because I have experienced some sticking/bread tearing due to the mat's porous design. That's only a guess, though
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We have used it for making toffee and brittles. It works great for this application. I haven't used it in the oven. I use Silpat in the oven.
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I have only used it to bake pizza and am very happy with the results. It hadn't occurred to me to use it for other food that would be best if turned over. I'll try using it that way.
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I am new to roasting pans and baking liners. I was searching online to find out more about the melting liner issue, to see if can be avoided, when I discovered this how-to video to properly use the liners, and what to do if they do melt. Here's the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YnW4UiCsPQs
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I can't answer from personal experience as I have only had the Silpats for a few weeks. You can wash them with soap and water of course. My cooking school has used them for years. That is why I bought them. I have used mine for sweet and savory foods.
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I have only used them for cakes and they're great. I would try a blind bake pie, bake the shell only and fill with a custard of some sort. That way, if it doesn't work, you haven't list much...use a refrigerated pie crust. I think it may work.
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Silpat can be used as an oven liner but it is not meant to be. Silpat is great as a liner for baking pans because nothing sticks to it, Think of Silpat like reusable parchment paper on steroids. For an oven liner try the Spillmat.
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I haven't used it in an actual cookie......but I do use it for an Italian version of a linzer torte....I've made it with and without this product and let me just tell you what a difference it made! Really made it light. Depending on the type of cookie you're making, this should make it light as a feather ;)