I have been baking for the past two years for myself and my husband (fitness trainer) our bread, cakes, cookies, using other pans. I wanted to buy a good quality pan so we could continue eating healthy. For the past couple of weeks, I have been using this pan and it works great. Everything cooks evenly and pops out easily. Cleaning is just as great. As a "neat freak", I love its shiny look. :) I have also purchased the Nordic Ware half sheet and love it as well.