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    Will baking soda get tough stains out of bakeware?
    Elias Weston
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    Yes, although I'd mix it in equal parts dish soap and water. I'd rub that into the stain with a sponge and scrub it as needed to wear the residue away.
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    How can I clean glass bakeware? I tried a bunch of things already.
    Elias Weston
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    Elias Weston is a Cleaning Specialist and the Founder of Seatown Cleaners in Seattle, Washington. Elias specializes in helping clients find cleaning services with instant booking and flexible pricing. Seatown Cleaners offers standard, deep, and move-in/out cleaning services using green products and cleaning techniques. Every cleaner is thoroughly vetted and every cleaning is backed by a 100% money-back guarantee.
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    One option you probably haven't tried yet is Bar Keeper's Friend. It's a powder composed of oxalic acid, and it will get almost anything off of bakeware. Just sprinkle the powder over the stain, scrub it with a soft towel or sponge, and rinse the bakeware thoroughly. You really have to get it 100% clean before using it again, since oxalic acid is not safe to consume.
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    Can I place glass bakeware directly from fridge to oven?
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    You're risking a crack this way. Let the dish come to room temperature before putting it in the oven.
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    My future daughter-in-law received a set of Pyrex bakeware as a shower gift. Considering all of the stories about exploding Pyrex, should I be concerned?
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    No. If carefully read the instructions provided with the Pyrex and use the glass bakeware properly there should be no issues with exploding Pyrex. The only time your Pyrex would break suddenly is if it is exposed to drastic and temperature change (thermal shock).
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    I have an unbaked frozen pie crust already in the Pyrex pie plate - do I need to thaw or warm the pie plate up before I bake the crust (i.e., put it in the oven)?
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    It is recommended that you carefully read the cooking instructions for the pie crust before baking. Typically pie crusts should be partially thawed before placing in the oven. In order to avoid thermal shock to the Pyrex pie plate make sure the plate is at room temperature and not moving directly from the freezer into the oven.
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    Can I bake something in the oven with the top on it?
    Community Answer
    No. Anchor tops are plastic and will melt at high temperatures.
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    I put some BBQ in an oven safe oval glass bowl and covered it with foil. Will it be able to handle the cold of the freezer for a long period?
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    The foil is probably not enough to protect against freezer burn. Try placing the whole dish in a large Ziploc bag, or wrap the dish thoroughly with plastic wrap. The glass dish is fine in the freezer, just be sure to cool it down thoroughly before putting in the freezer.
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    Should I grease a glass pie dish?
    Community Answer
    Yes, you should. Food can still stick to glass.
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    Can oven safe glass bakeware go in fire without breaking?
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    Oven safe glass bakeware should not be placed directly in fire and may break if misused. It should only be used in conventional ovens and microwaves.
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    Can I use a Pyrex pot on the hob?
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    No. It even says not to use it on a hob on the packaging when you buy a new one. The reason? It will not just shatter but explode, sending glass fragments everywhere.
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