A kitchen implement typically constructed from metal wiring, often arranged in a grid pattern, designed to elevate baked goods or cooked items. This elevation allows for air to circulate around the food, facilitating a more rapid and even reduction in temperature. Examples include cooling cookies, cakes, breads, or even cooked meats after roasting.
The utilization of this tool promotes efficient temperature reduction, preventing sogginess in baked goods caused by trapped moisture. Furthermore, it aids in setting glazes and icings smoothly and uniformly. Historically, similar methods employing natural materials like woven reeds or branches were used to achieve comparable results before the advent of modern kitchenware.
