If you're recipe doesn't specify otherwise, use the center rack--that should provide good heat circulation and keep the pie away from the heating element on the bottom of the oven. You might want to also consider putting the pie on a cooking sheet covered with aluminum foil to catch drips and ensure even cooking of the bottom crust.
An oven rack that is split!!!
To put oven racks in place correctly, first remove them from the oven. Then, slide the rack onto the support brackets inside the oven, making sure it is level and secure. Adjust the rack to the desired position before placing any items on it.
Unless a recipe provides specific instructions to something different, you should bake using the centre rack in the oven
Always cook a cake on the middle rack, whether the oven is on fan forced or not, otherwise you'll burn the top.
To insert oven racks properly, align the rack with the grooves on the sides of the oven walls and slide it in until it is securely in place. Make sure the rack is level and stable before placing any items on it for cooking.
Middle rack.
The reason for this is to take advantage of the most heat in the oven. Heat rises to the top.
For baking cakes, it is recommended to place the oven rack in the center position to ensure even baking and optimal results.
Cookies should be placed on the middle rack and, if possible, a second cookie sheet should be placed under the first one to help avoid burning the underside of the cookies. Alternatively you can buy cookie sheets that have a double layer bottom with an airspace between.
Yes, you can put pizza directly on the oven rack when baking it.
Most frozen pizza boxes state that for a crispier crust, place the pizza directly on the oven rack. Once done, remove the rack from oven and remove pizza from rack. You can spray the rack with Pam to reduce sticking. I've always cooked my pizzas this way.
In the center of the oven and on the middle rack.