Can you put metal or aluminum in a cooking oven?

Yes, you can put metal and aluminum in a cooking oven, but not all metal and aluminum items are suitable for use in an oven. Some metals and aluminum items may react with the heat and chemicals in the oven, which can cause damage to the oven or the food.

To be safe, always check the manufacturer's instructions for your oven and the metal or aluminum item you want to use. Some metals and aluminum items that are safe to use in a cooking oven include:

- Anodized aluminum

- Cast iron

- Stainless steel

- Tin-plated steel

- Aluminum foil (for covering food, not as a cooking surface)

Some metals and aluminum items that should not be used in a cooking oven include:

- Copper

- Brass

- Lead

- Zinc

- Galvanized steel

- Aluminum foil (as a cooking surface, as it can melt and release toxic fumes)