The finished pork ribs include, from top, the unwrapped, aluminum foil-wrapped, and butcher paper-wrapped slabs.

Parchment paper, wax paper, and aluminum foil are kitchen staples, but they should be used for different aspects of your mealtime prep — here’s what the experts recommend.

Parchment paper, wax paper, and aluminum foil are kitchen staples, but they should be used for different aspects of your mealtime prep - here's what the experts recommend.

Yes, you can put foil in an air fryer, though you must secure it to the basket or the food. But it's best to read the manufacturer's recommendations.