Cooking Results Not Satisfactory?

Problem	Check

Grilling
Uneven cooking front to	Ensure that the grill pan is positioned centrally below the grill
back	element.

Fat splattering	Ensure that the grill is not set to too high a temperature.

Oven Baking	Ensure that the oven shelves are level by using a spirit level on
Uneven rising of cake	the rod shelf and adjusting, using suitable packing e.g. wood,
	under the feet of the appliance. This should be checked both
	left to right and front to back. Ensure that the food is
	positioned centrally in the oven.

Sinking of cakes	The following may cause cakes to sink:
	1. Cooking at too high a temperature.
	2. Using normal creaming method with soft margarine.

Over/Under cooking	Refer to the cooking times and temperatures given in the oven
Fast/Slow cooking	temperature charts, however, it may be necessary to increase
	or decrease temperatures by 10°C to suit personal taste.
	Do not use utensils greater than 2¼ ins in height.

Uneven cooking of cakes	1. Too large baking sheet used. (See 'Cookery Notes')
	2. Over loading of oven and always ensure even air gaps
	around baking tins.

Uneven rising of cake	Ensure that the shelf is level (see above) and that the food is
	positioned centrally in the oven.

Food is taking too long to	Only cook one item at a time to avoid overloading the oven.
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