Who would have thought that a rectangular grid could be so useful in the kitchen? But it’s true: wire racks have so many cooking applications, they could make even the most experienced gourmand’s head ...

Baking and cooling racks are priceless kitchen tools. They’re great for frying, whether during the dredging process (as shown above) or as a reusable alternative to paper towels for draining foods ...

Claire is Lifehacker's Senior Food Editor. She has a B.S. in chemistry, a decade of food journalism experience, and a deep love for mayonnaise and MSG. A wire rack is a pretty essential baking tool.

You’ll never go back to the stove. Neala Broderick is a Brooklyn-based food writer exploring the stories behind what we eat and why. She began working in restaurants at 14 and has since covered food ...