Cooking Basics

Yes, Pyrex glass storage bases are oven-safe in a fully preheated oven; lids are not.

Yes, oven-safe glass food containers can go in a preheated oven; avoid lids, broilers, direct heat, and sudden temperature swings.

Yes, air-fried foods can be a healthier swap when they cut oil and keep portions, ingredients, and browning under control.

Yes, air fryers are safe for cooking food when you manage heat, avoid deep browning, and verify safe internal temperatures.

Yes, air-fried foods can be a healthier swap for deep-fried dishes when you manage portions, oil type, and browning.

No—air fryers deliver crispy, oven-fried vibes; deep-fried flavor still comes from full hot-oil contact.

No—modern air fryers aren’t designed to leach lead into food when used as directed.

Yes, air fryer cooking can deliver a crisp crust by fast convection and drying; a light oil spritz and airflow help.

No, air fryers aren’t a safe stand-alone defroster; use fridge, cold water, or microwave defrost for thawing per food-safety rules.

Yes, an air fryer can reheat food, as long as leftovers reach 165°F for safety and you avoid crowding the basket.