Parchment paper is a non-stick paper that is moisture and grease-resistant, and made to withstand temperatures up to 450°F. You can find it sold in rolls or flat sheets.

Parchment Paper: Parchment paper is another option, though not as many people use it. It works because it's non-stick and can withstand high heat, but it doesn’t breathe as well as butcher paper.

Workaday What’s the difference: Parchment paper is silicon-coated, inexpensive, easy to find and disposable. Cuts down on cleanup -- just toss it. Many brands can be used more than once.

Conversely, aluminum foil makes a much better shield than parchment, and can reflect heat away from food to keep it from burning. This is especially helpful for pie and poultry, two things whose ...