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Can you put glass in the oven?

Glass pans designed specifically for oven use, such as casserole dishes and pie dishes, can be safely used in the oven. However, not all glass is heat resistant. Glass that is labeled as oven-safe can be put in the oven without fear of it breaking if certain precautions are followed. Placing the wrong type of material in the oven can be dangerous. Glass containers not labeled oven-safe should not be put in the oven, including leftovers stored in a glass container and glass serving dishes. Glass dishes can crack in the oven due to thermal shock, which occurs when there is a rapid change in temperature. Standard glass cannot withstand the intense temperature of an oven (302-392 degrees F) and will begin to break. Glass bowls made of borosilicate or tempered glass can go in the oven and withstand high temperatures. Non-tempered glassware or thin glass dishes should not be used in a hot oven. To prevent cracking, dishes should be allowed to come close to room temperature before placing them in a hot or cold environment. The article offers tips to avoid shattering glass dishware in the oven. It suggests adding liquid to the dish before placing it in the oven to maintain even temperature. It advises against basting with cold liquid and recommends placing hot dishes on a dry cloth potholder instead of a cold or wet surface.