Does the position of the oven rack matter?

Does the position of the oven rack matter?

HomeCooking Tips, RecipesDoes the position of the oven rack matter?

What is the best position for your oven rack when baking or roasting? And does it really matter?

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Why the Location of Your Oven Rack Matters #Shorts

Summer has worked in food media for the past 12 years and is the author of the award-winning book “New Prairie Kitchen.”

Simple Recipes / Mike Lang

READER QUESTION: I’m never sure which rack to put things on when I’m baking in the oven. Is there a general rule to always use the middle rack unless otherwise specified or does it matter what food I’m cooking? How do I decide?