BAKEWARE
To cook food evenly, hot air must be able to circulate. Allow 2 in. (5 cm) of space around bakeware and oven walls. Use the following chart as a guide. NUMBER OF PAN(S) 1 2 3 or 4 POSITION ON RACK Center of rack. Side by side or slightly staggered. Opposite corners on each rack. Make sure that no bakeware piece is directly over another.
Meat Thermometer
On models without a temperature probe, always rely on a meat thermometer to determine doneness of meat and poultry. The internal temperature, not appearance, is what counts. A meat thermometer is not supplied with this appliance. s Insert the thermometer into the center of the thickest portion of the meat or inner thigh or breast of poultry. The tip of the thermometer should not touch fat, bone or gristle.
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After reading the thermometer once, push it into the meat ¹�� in. (1.25 cm) more and read again. If the temperature drops, cook the meat or poultry longer. Check all meat in 2 or 3 places.
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Bakeware
The bakeware material affects cooking results. Follow manufacturer�s recommendations and use the bakeware size recommended in the recipe. Use the following chart as a guide. BAKEWARE/ RESULTS Light colored aluminum s Light golden crusts Even browning s Dark aluminum and other bakeware with dark, dull and/or nonstick finish s Brown, crisp crusts Insulated cookie sheets or baking pans
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Oven Vent
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RECOMMENDATIONS
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Use temperature and time recommended in recipe.
1. Oven vent
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May need to reduce baking temperatures 25°F (15°C). Use suggested baking time. For pies, breads and casseroles, use temperature recommended in recipe. Place rack in center of oven. Place in the bottom third of oven. May need to increase baking time.
The oven vent should not be blocked or covered since it allows the release of hot air and moisture from the oven. Doing so will cause poor air circulation, affecting cooking and cleaning results. Never set plastics, paper or other items that could melt or burn near the oven vent.
Little or no bottom browning
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Stainless steel s Light, golden crusts
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May need to increase baking time.
Uneven browning
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Stoneware s Crisp crusts Ovenproof glassware, ceramic glass or ceramic s Brown, crisp crusts
Follow manufacturer�s instructions.
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May need to reduce baking temperatures 25°F (15°C).
