Don’t be Afraid to Experiment

RECIPE DEVELOPMENT AND COOKING TIPS

In developing recipes, don’t be afraid to experiment. Write down current settings and then start testing variations. Old recipes can always be re-programmed into the oven in a matter of seconds.

NOTE: After entering or editing a recipe, it is best to back out of the Edit Mode and run the Recipe in the On Mode.

NOTE: C3 and Tornado recipes and cook settings are not interchangeable.

O V E N A B L E S

When cooking with the Tornado, using the following products will help prolong the life of the oven and enhance food quality.

Dual-Ovenable Paper Board

Pactiv® Pressware

Champion (recently purchased by Pressware)

Chinet Company Ovenware II

Although designed as single use, dual-ovenable paper board, paper pulp, and plastics can usually sustain multiple uses before being disposed. In addition to reducing the number of dishes to wash, these products perform well and do not break when dropped in the middle of a busy kitchen.

Dual-ovenable paper board, paper pulp, and plastics can serve as the packaging material from the food manufacturer, and in some cases can function as the serving container as well.

“Crimped” paper board is Pressware. The crimps relax during cooking. These containers will not accept a dome lid; however, they can be sealed with lidding film.

Dual-ovenable pulp paper products (Chinet Co. Ovenware II) are molded. They perform similarly to Pressware but do not deform and will accept a snap-on dome lid after cooking. These products look best in black, as light colors slightly discolor in the oven.

Both products are available in many shapes and sizes, and are priced proportionately. The smallest suitable size should be used to minimize cost. Usable life can be extended 2-3 times by using an inexpensive baking sheet as a liner.

Baking Papers/Sheets

Silicone-coated or Quillon

In many cases, paper baking sheets can be used alone in the oven. The need for Pressware/Ovenware II is mostly to contain significant fat/moisture from some foods during cooking. Silicone-treated baking sheets are more suitable to TurboChef applica- tions, and the paper comes in different weights. Quillon paper does work, but will discolor and become brittle much more easily.

Ceramics, Earthenware, Corningware

Ceramics, stone/earthenware and corningware can be successfully used in the oven. These products may absorb a bit more microwave energy than the paper or plastic products, but this is easily adjusted in the cook setting, often without extending cook times. The ability to be used almost indefinitely makes these products advantageous for long term costs. However, they absorb a lot of heat energy in the oven and are heavier than other alternatives, so handling is a safety issue. If dropped, ceramics and stone/earthenware may break, but if maintained, will outlast the restaurant. Handling/dishwashing costs should be considered.

Toughened Glass

Pyrex® and Borosilicate Glass

Toughened glass (Pyrex) performs well in the ovens and shares the benefits and drawbacks of ceramics and stone/earthenware products. Pyrex, although it performs well, should be contemplated for use in a commercial kitchen very carefully. If dropped, Pyrex can break into many small pieces and slivers of glass, posing a potential risk to food safety.