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The bread from this pan emerged with the proper tight crumb and golden-brown crust. The lid slid on and off easily, and the nonstick coating released perfectly, making the pan a snap to clean. Created with lightweight material, it was simple to maneuver in and out of the oven.

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This folded metal pan produced tall, picture-perfect pound cake and sandwich bread with crisp corners. Like all folded pans, it lacked handles and had crevices in the corners that trapped food. We had to clean it very carefully. The corrugated pattern on the metal didn't affect the appearance of the baked goods. It still scratched slightly.

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The Wilton Recipe Right came in as a close second to our top pick. It's simple, easy to use, and bakes delicious bread every time - essentials for a top-notch baking pan. We were impressed by how easily our loaves came out of this pan &mdash; the non-stick coating does its job quite well. Feature-wise, we loved the small lip on the rim of the pan, which worked well as a handle for turning out loaves. The Wilton pan has shallower walls than most, which creates a slightly different shaped loaf &mdash; with more volume on the sides and less of a puffy, impressive top. The best part about this simple nonstick is its reasonable price tag, which makes this a great go-to for filling out your kitchen quiver.  
Compared to the more solid, completely stainless-steel pans we tested, the Wilton Recipe Right is a little bit on the flimsy side. We also noticed that the non-stick coating scratched easily. The thin walls make for a slightly hotter bake, so you have to watch the oven temperature with this pan or else risk an overly-browned shell to your loaves. 

The Wilton Recipe Right Medium Bread Pan came in as a close second to our top pick. It's simple, easy to use, and bakes delicious bread every time - essentials for a top-notch baking pan. We were impressed by how easily our loaves came out of this pan &mdash; the non-stick coating does its job quite well. Feature-wise, we loved the small lip on the rim of the pan, which worked well as a handle for turning out loaves. The Wilton pan has shallower walls than most, which creates a slightly different shaped loaf &mdash; with more volume on the sides and less of a puffy, impressive top. The best part about this simple nonstick is its reasonable price tag, which makes this a great go-to for filling out your kitchen quiver.  
Compared to the more solid, completely stainless-steel pans we tested, the Wilton Recipe Right is a little bit on the flimsy side. We also noticed that the non-stick coating scratched easily. The thin walls make for a slightly hotter bake, so you have to watch the oven temperature with this pan or else risk an overly-browned shell to your loaves. 

We liked this steep-walled, handled glass pan from tried-and-true Pyrex, as it produced some of the most evenly baked loaves of any pan we tested. This is partially due to the fact that its glass construction allows for a clear view of the baking process. With this helpful viewing ability, we were able to fine-tune our oven temperatures for an even bake. In terms of features, the Pyrex Basics 1.5-Quart pan has large handles which we loved. These made it easy to transport the Pyrex from the oven to the counter and turn out loaves easily. 
The iconic glass construction of Pyrex products certainly has a cult following, and we are not immune. For the most part, we love baking with Pyrex, though this pan had a few issues that relate back to the materials used in its construction. The glass should be greased and floured for most loaves; if not, expect a mess when you go to turn out your next loaf. Because of this, the Pyrex can also be hard to clean, since crust tends to stick to the bottom of the pan more easily on this one. 

We liked this steep-walled, handled glass pan from tried-and-true Pyrex, as it produced some of the most evenly baked loaves of any pan we tested. This is partially due to the fact that its glass construction allows for a clear view of the baking process. With this helpful viewing ability, we were able to fine-tune our oven temperatures for an even bake. In terms of features, the Pyrex Basics 1.5-Quart Loaf Dish pan has large handles which we loved. These made it easy to transport the Pyrex from the oven to the counter and turn out loaves easily. 
The iconic glass construction of Pyrex products certainly has a cult following, and we are not immune. For the most part, we love baking with Pyrex, though this pan had a few issues that relate back to the materials used in its construction. The glass should be greased and floured for most loaves; if not, expect a mess when you go to turn out your next loaf. Because of this, the Pyrex can also be hard to clean, since crust tends to stick to the bottom of the pan more easily on this one. 

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This is a heavy-duty item, designed to last. Breads baked evenly, came out easily, and baked up tall and handsome.

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