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Chicago Metallic Baked Taco Rack

by Chicago Metallic
3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (57 customer reviews)

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  • Constructed of steel for strength and durability
  • Superior heat conduction
  • Non-stick coating for easy removal of food and quick clean up
  • Dishwasher safe
  • 10-year warranty
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Product Details

  • Product Dimensions: 15 x 7.2 x 3.8 inches ; 2 pounds
  • Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
  • ASIN: B00004R90X
  • Item model number: 26410
  • Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (57 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,479 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)
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Product Description

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Chicago Metallic's baked taco rack is an excellent way to cook low-fat taco shells. Simply place one flour or corn tortilla over each panel and bake for seven to eight minutes. The tortillas will cling to the rack as they bake, making flawlessly shaped taco shells. The nonstick surface requires no greasing, is easy to clean, and releases shells without a fuss. Unlike the deep-fried variety, baked taco shells turn out light and crispy--not heavy and greasy. --Jane DePaolo

Product Description

Chicago Metallic GOURMETWARE combines the best in material and the latest in manufacturing technology. These non-stick steel pans are designed specifically with the home baker in mind.


Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews
77 of 77 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Good if you alter the directions for use September 9, 2004
I love to use this to make super crispy taco shells without the mess of frying. However, I've found the directions that come with the rack are not the best method of cooking the shells. I heat the corn tortillas between *damp* paper towels in the microwave (the box says to wrap in plastic wrap), then give them a quick spray of cooking oil on both sides of the tortilla before laying them over the preheated rack. I also cook them for 8-10 minutes, rather than the 7-8 recommended. I have found this method makes great, crispy shells. It does involve a little spray oil (or you can brush oil on with a pastry brush), so it isn't a fat-free method, but for the small amount of oil used, it makes a big difference in the outcome. I wish the rack was larger-- it would be more convenient to be able to make at least 6 shells at a time rather than 4.
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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Healthy Tacos Shells! November 10, 2006
This is a great baking rack for small tortillas. I've baked only flour shells and they are crunchy and delicious. Something to keep in mind is baked shells will never taste like or have the texture of fried shells. If you're looking for a healthy option and are willing to give-up a little bit of the taste and texture - then get baking with this pan today!
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25 of 25 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Great but you need to experiment July 17, 2009
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The description is adequate. You get a well-enough-made, non-stick, taco rack that makes four tacos at a time. It is pictured upright. The price is not bad for a specialty item but would be far cheaper if everybody wanted one. I expect it to last many years but it's not heirloom quality.

I've just ordered my second rack and may order a third to make enough for parties.
I had to play with my method as I wanted no oil. The biggest trick is getting your tortillas flimsy enough to rest on the rack without cracking. This works best for me:
* I'm using regular sized corn tortillas (35 calories no fat each).
* Individually steam the tortillas for just under a minute (I use a bamboo steamer). Microwaving did not work for me.
* Use tongs to transfer and place on the rack.
* Bake at 350 for about twenty-five minutes (rotate rack half-way through for even cooking). I live at sea level in very low humidity. Other instructions suggest shorter cook times at higher temps -- my burn frequency increases when I cook faster.
* Tacos get shaped by the rack but don't stick to the rack.
* I bake tortilla chips while I'm at it. Cut the tortillas into wedges, sprinkle with whatever (lemon pepper is my current favorite) and spray with white vinegar to make the pepper stick. I suppose you could spice up your tacos the same way.

The result is a very crunchy, healthy, no fat taco. They are also slow to absorb moisture.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
2.0 out of 5 stars Great idea, but didn't work
I bought two of these racks so that I could bake several corn tortillas at once instead of frying one tortilla at a time, hoping to save both time, and making the end result lower... Read more
Published 5 days ago by HSMomof3
5.0 out of 5 stars Great product
I use this all the time now to make healthier taco shells. It works like it says! A couple of tips-- place it on top of a cookie sheet or large broiler or roasting pan in case your... Read more
Published 12 days ago by G. Homyack
3.0 out of 5 stars It works
Gives the shells at least a taco shape. Not hard to clean as just the surfaces that the tortilla contacts leave minimal oils.
Published 14 days ago by Bunky
1.0 out of 5 stars Use not recommended
I bought this item with the thought of it being a good idea, baked corn tortilla shells and not store-purchased packaged taco shells or fried corn taco shells. Read more
Published 16 days ago by Nathan J. Morgan
2.0 out of 5 stars bake taco rack
unless you soften tortillas (corn) with grease they wont stay on rack.
could not find info on how to useit. nothing else i tryed worked. Read more
Published 21 days ago by Frank H
5.0 out of 5 stars Viva la Taco Rack
Since I like to cook Mexican and hate to use ready-made anything, I rarely used corn tortillas. I decided that to break that cycle, I'd have to find a way to bake a bunch of corn... Read more
Published 27 days ago by Nancy Rattigan
1.0 out of 5 stars Does Not Work!
It is hard to say that it works because it doesn't. The corn tortilla breaks as soon as one puts it on the form. Read more
Published 1 month ago by wshernap
5.0 out of 5 stars Great product for healthy eating!
Baked taco shells- instead of fried- are great for healthy eating. It has shortened meal prep and we have crispy, baked tacos more often!
Published 1 month ago by C Castano
5.0 out of 5 stars OK, so we are not using these as intended... Inside out BLT's
but it works pretty well. Think BLT sandwiches. We wove bacon and draped it over these molds, and baked in the oven at 350 for 30-45 minutes. Read more
Published 1 month ago by J. Spear
2.0 out of 5 stars tortillas do not stay and they crack
tried to use it without any oil and the tortillas would crack and fall apart, then I sprayed Pam on them and they would just fall off. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Laurence
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