Paper Trail

PLASTIC WRAP
best for covering puddings and custards to prevent a "skin" from forming and for keeping food fresh. Work it: wrap an open container of ice cream to prevent ice crystals from forming. (do not use plastic wrap in the microwave)

ALUMINUM FOIL
Best for grilling or for use in the oven. Work it: to soften brown sugar wrap it tightly in foil and bake at 300 for 5 minutes. Also you can roll alumnium foil into a cone and use it as a funnel

WAX PAPER
Great for covering food in the microwave to prevent spattering. Work it: Line the bottoms of cake or loaf pans with the paper for easy removal of baked goods.

PARCHMENT PAPER
Best for lining baking sheets. Work it: bake seafood and vegetables in parchment for easy clean up