BAKING
Your oven temperature is controlled very accurately using an oven control system. It is recommended that you operate the range for a number of weeks to become familiar with you new oven’s performance.
If you think an adjustment is necessary, see the Adjust the Oven Thermostat section. It lists easy D() It
H)L{r.self instructions on how to adjust the thermostat.
NOTE: When the oven is hot, the top and outside surfaces of the range get hot too.
How to Set Your Range for Baking
To avoid possible burns, place the shelves in the correct position before you turn the oven on.
1.Close the oven door, turn the OVEN TEMP knob to the desired temperature and preheat the oven for at least 10 minutes if preheating is necessary.
2.Check food for doneness at minimum time on recipe. Cook longer if necessary.
3.Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to OFF and then remove the food from the oven.
Oven Shelves
Arrange the oven shelf or shelves in the desired locations while the oven is cool. The correct shelf position depends on the kind of food and the browning desired. As a general rule, place most foods in
~he middle of the oven, on either shelf position
B or C. See the chart for suggested shelf positions.
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Preheating | Baking Pans |
Preheating is necessary for good results when baking cakes, cookies, pastry and breads. For most casseroles and roasts, preheating is not necessary. For ovens without a preheat indicator light or tone, preheat 10 minutes. After the oven is preheated, place the food in the oven as quickly as possible to prevent heat from escaping.
Preheat the oven if the recipe calls for it. Preheat means bringing the oven up to the specified temperature before putting the food in the oven.
To preheat, set the oven at the correct temperature— selecting a higher temperature does not shorten preheat time.
Use the proper baking pan. The type of finish on the pan determines the amount of browning that will occur.
●Dark, rough or dull pans absorb heat resulting
in a browner, crisper crust. Use this type for pies.
●Shiny, bright and smooth pans reflect heat, resulting in a lighter, more delicate browning. Cakes and cookies require this type of pan.
●Glass baking dishes absorb heat. When baking in glass baking dishes, the temperature may need to be reduced by 25°F.
●If you are using dark