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Convection is a great choice for cooking lean cuts of meat such as chicken breast because convection circulates heated air around the oven preserving the natural moisture in food.  Cooking Chicken Breast Tips For Perfect Results White chicken meat is a great lean protein and easy to incorporate into a recipe; however, the trick is in cooking lean chicken without it drying out. Personally I was never a fan until I began cooking chicken breasts in convection and now I can honestly say I really enjoy adding tender convection baked white chicken meat to salads, grain bowls, sandwiches and a variety of other dishes. TEMPERATURE AND TIMING ARE KEY TO SUCCESS Convection is a great choice for cooking lean cuts of meat because convection circulates heated air around the oven cooking food from the edge to the center preserving the natural moisture in food. Temperature is another factor that will influence the results, if the oven temperature is too high that circulating air will cook the edges before the center is cooked through, so moderate temperatures are the best. Also, if the chicken is thicker at one end it is worth taking the time to try to even out the shape for more even cooking. Another factor is time, obviously the cooking time will depend on the weight of the food and the shape of the meat. Remember meat does continue cooking when removed from the oven so reducing the cooking time by 5 minutes can make all the difference. BONE IN OR BONELESS My preference is always for cooking bone in skin-on chicken breasts, as they retain more moisture when cooked on the bone and the meat is easy to remove from the bone to slice into serving potions. Best of all you can make a nice bit of stock with the bones. Either a dry rub or a wet marinade can be used for added flavor. Boneless skinless chicken breasts definitely benefit from a wet marinade for added flavor and texture. They won’t pick up much color however you can always add a touch of added heat from the broiler if needed. Learn how to roast a chicken in Convection A perfectly roasted chicken, golden and crispy, showcases the benefits of convection cooking. BEST CONVECTION MODE TO CHOOSE The Convection mode you choose will depend on the modes your oven features. Convection or Convection Bake are good options for chicken breasts with a moderate temperature of 325 - 335 degrees. The Convection Roast mode uses more concentrated heat from the top heating element which can be a little powerful for lean meats. If you want to add additional browning then I recommend increasing the temperature and maybe changing the mode to Convection Broil for a short time at the end of the cooking time. RESTING TIME IS IMPORTANT Be sure to factor in the resting time before slicing the chicken especially when cooking larger bone in pieces. You can see how juicy the chicken is as I slice it and you can see how tender the meat is. Overcooked meat has a more dense fibrous texture making it unpleasant to chew. So follow these tips and enjoy succulent juicy chicken every time by cooking in Convection. How to Roast Chicken Breasts in Convection .pdf Download PDF • 86KB BACK TO LEARN PAGE RESCUED BY MY CONVECTION OVEN! Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE

HOW DO I DETERMINE THE TIMING IN LOW-TEMPERATURE COOKING (LTC) MODE FOR A ROAST? FAQ PAGE How What Why Do How do I determine the timing for low-temperature cooking (LTC) for a roast? Heat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and roast the meat for 15 minutes. This will render the fat and brown the meat beautifully. Then lower the temperature to 300°F or 325°F and roast until the meat reaches the target internal temperature. I have learned that it was best to cook the meat to a temperature below the target serving temperature because it would continue cooking during the high heat searing phase. Use a meat probe or a reliable instant read thermometer. OUR LATEST CONVECTION RECIPES Baked Oatmeal Blueberry Bars Apple Cinnamon Muffins Easy Chocolate Cake with Fig Preserves Chili Rubbed Chicken Sweet Potatoes Black Beans

When cookies are placed on a flat pan that has a slight lip on both or just one edge, the heated air can circulate unimpeded which ensures the cookies will bake evenly. The lip just guides the flow of the heated air. Best Cookie Sheet for Convection Baking Baking multiple trays of cookies efficiently with convection oven technology. When we cook or bake in a convection mode the heated air is circulated around the oven cooking the food from the edge to the center. When cookies are placed on a flat pan that has a slight lip on both or just one edge, the heated air can circulate unimpeded which ensures the cookies will bake evenly. The lip just guides the flow of the heated air. If the cookies are baked on a rimmed baking pan the heated air has to pass through the rim before baking the cookies. The cookies will still bake but they may not bake quite as evenly and may take longer to bake. Here are some more tips to guide you to success when baking cookies in convection. Baking several types of cookies at once! The Most Important Thing to Know About Baking in Convection Always reduce the recipe temperature by 25 degrees when baking in convection, if your cookies have a dark ring around the edge, that indicates the temperature was too high. Tips for Baking Great Cookies in Convection When baking on multiple racks use the same type of pan on each rack. Always check the oven manufacturer’s guide for recommendations for which rack position to use when baking on multiple racks. Rack positions can greatly influence the outcome of baking results especially in larger ovens. Definitely use either parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to ensure evenly baked cookies. Using parchment prevents cookies from spreading and also makes it easy to slide the cookies onto the cooling rack without having to pick them up. Let the cookies rest for 5 minutes on the baking pan to set then slide the sheet of parchment onto the rack with the cookies to cool. Be sure to refrigerate cookie dough before baking or scoop and roll into balls and freeze until ready to bake. When baking frozen scooped cookies add a minute or two to the baking time. Best Convection Mode for Baking Cookies If your oven has a True Convection mode use that mode for baking multiple racks of cookies. If your oven only has a Convection Bake mode you can still bake several trays at one time; however, be sure to check the manufacturers recommendation for the best rack position. If using the traditional Bake mode to bake cookies, bake them on the center rack using the recipe temperature. Remember every oven is different and smaller ovens generally cook and bake faster than larger ovens so adjust the time as needed. What to Avoid Avoid using insulated cookie sheets when baking in convection, however insulated cookie sheets work well when baking in the traditional Bake mode. Homemade cookies are the best because you have control over the ingredients that go into your cookies. Because cookies bake quickly, I highly recommend keeping a few bags of rolled cookies in the freezer so you always have a delicious treat on hand to enjoy with your morning coffee or afternoon tea. BACK TO LEARN PAGE RESCUED BY MY CONVECTION OVEN! Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE

Almost any food you can normally blanch, steam or boil in a saucepan can be steamed in the steam oven and delicate foods such as custard, flan and cheesecake do not need to be cooked in a water bath. Steam Oven Cooking Your Ultimate Guide for Beginners - Part 1 Steam ovens are remarkable tools that can transform your cooking, no special recipes are required, it’s just a matter of changing the tools you normally cook with. Almost any food you can normally blanch, steam or boil in a saucepan can be steamed in the steam oven and delicate foods such as custard, flan and cheesecake do not need to be cooked in a water bath. Jars for canning can be sterilized in steam and the processing can also be done in the steam mode. Steamed delights: showcasing the steam oven's ability to prepare fluffy buns, crisp dumplings, and vibrant greens. Meat, fish, poultry,vegetables and baked items especially breads, benefit from being cooked with a combination of convection and steam. Convenience features such as reheating and defrosting, will take longer but, spectacular results are ensured. What is the Benefit of Cooking with a Steam Oven Steam ovens cook food with a combination of heat and humidity and in a nutshell, cooking with steam inhibits cellular breakdown which translates to better flavor and better nutrient retention. Other benefits include, the ability to cook multiple foods at one time with no transfer of flavor and because steam ovens are smaller than traditional ovens, larger roasts such as turkey will cook faster. Tips for Steaming in the Steam Oven Since water boils at 212 F, most steam ovens are preset to this temperature in the Steam mode. When cooking in a saucepan the pan is typically covered to tray steam and cook the food, however foods do not have to be covered when being cooked in the steam oven. Tips for Baking in the Steam Oven When baking in the steam oven be sure to reduce the recipe temperature by 25 F and also to watch the timing. The recipe temperature is reduced when baking because convection heat cooks food from the edge to the center, if the temperature is too high the edges may cook too quickly. Since steam ovens are smaller than traditional sized ovens. A baking steel or baking stone can be used to form a crisp crust when baking breads and perforated baking forms are ideal when baking French bread. Casseroles can be baked uncovered in the steam oven and if additional browning is required change the mode to Broil (if your oven has that mode) for the last 5 - 8 minutes of cooking time. Tips for Roasting in the Steam Oven Small cuts of meat , fish and poultry can be cooked directly on a rimmed baking sheet or the solid oven pan. However when roasting whole poultry or larger cuts of meat, placing the meat on a rack in a shallow pan will ensure better results. Placing the meat on a rack prevents moisture loss from the heat of the pan and elevating the meat ensures the heated circulating air can cook the meat evenly. Timing will be faster when roasting larger cuts of meat in a steam oven. A 4-5 lb chicken will take approximately 1 hour to roast, however a 10 lb turkey will cook to an internal temperature of 165 F degrees in approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes. If your oven is not equipped with a meat probe a wireless meat probe is a good investment to avoid overcooking. Always, factor in resting and carving time when roasting meat and add the side dishes at the appropriate time so they will be ready to serve when the meat is ready to serve. To learn about additional features of steam oven cooking, cleaning and maintenance stay tuned for Part 2 coming next Saturday January 20th. Ready for Steam-Roasting? Try this easy and delicious recipe Steam-Roasted Halibut Fillet. BACK TO LEARN PAGE RESCUED BY MY CONVECTION OVEN! 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DO I FOLLOW THE STATED RECIPE TEMPERATURE IN CONVECTION? FAQ PAGE How What Why Do Do I follow the stated recipe temperature in convection? It depends. If the recipe was written for convection ovens then follow the instructed recipe. If the recipe only says "heat the oven to 350°F" for instance, then the recipe was written for a traditional radiant oven. If this case, reduce the temperature by 25°F. If you are using a glass dish, reduce the temperature by 30°F. OUR LATEST CONVECTION RECIPES Baked Oatmeal Blueberry Bars Apple Cinnamon Muffins Easy Chocolate Cake with Fig Preserves Chili Rubbed Chicken Sweet Potatoes Black Beans

Once you set the oven in the steam mode you can add in multiple containers of food at one time, all you have to do is determine the timing for each type of food and the order in which you want to cook those foods. How to Cook Different Foods In The Steam Oven Cooking food in steam is not a new concept neither is cooking multiple foods in steam at one time; however, the advantages of cooking with the technology in the steam oven definitely makes food preparation easier. Once you set the oven in the steam mode you can add in multiple containers of food at one time, all you have to do is determine the timing for each type of food and the order in which you want to cook those foods. Planning is Key When Cooking Multiple Foods at one Time Cooking Multiple Dishes In A Steam Oven. It’s easier than ever these days to keep track of the timing when cooking multiple dishes at one time. In addition to the oven timers we have devices such as Alexa, our phones, digital timers and the old fashioned wind up timers. If your oven is connected to the manufacturer's app you will also get an alert when the timing has elapsed. In other words, planning the timing for cooking multiple dishes is easy. Prepare Meals in Advance at the same Time as Cooking Dinner Steaming multiple foods at one time can be helpful when preparing a meal, but also when you are preparing several meals in advance. Say for example you wanted to make mashed potatoes as a topping for Shepherds Pie that you plan to serve on another day, and also steam some bone in chicken for sandwiches as well as steam some rice and vegetables for dinner, well all those foods can be cooked in the Steam mode at the same time. It might sound ambitious, but really it’s amazingly easy. Here is the timing for this scenario: Steamed (2) bone-in chicken legs, prep time, 5 minutes, cooking time 40 minutes. Yield approximately 3 cups cooked chicken + 2 cups chicken stock. Cook in a solid pan with 1 cup of water and the desired aromatics. Set the chicken aside to cool before shredding. Steaming Chicken for Salad. Potatoes (4 large) for mashed potatoes, prep time, 5 minutes, cooking time 20 minutes. Yield 4 - 6 servings. Cook in the solid pan, add ½ cup of water and salt. Remove when potatoes are very tender and mash with butter etc. Rice (1 cup) cooking time 15 - 30 minutes depending on the type of rice. Yield 2 - 3 servings. Cook in the solid pan with 1 ¾ cups of water and salt. Allow to stand for 5 minutes then fluff with a fork. Steamed vegetables, green beans, broccoli, asparagus, thinly sliced carrots: 6 - 8 minutes depending on your preference. In this scenario the base for the Shepherd's Pie could be prepared while the potatoes are steaming, once the mashed potatoes are spread over the filling you would have a dish ready for another meal. Once cooled, the chicken can be shredded and stored ready to add to sandwiches or salads and you will have some simple side dishes ready to serve with dinner. Planning to cook this way is a very efficient way of keeping your refrigerator stocked with healthy nourishing food, so there is always something good to eat. Remember that Shepherds Pie you made in advance well that will heat beautifully in the Steam oven without needing to be covered because, it won't dry out when baked in the combination Convection/Steam mode. With No Cooktop to Clean, Clean-Up is Easy Since all the steam oven cooking containers can be washed in the dishwasher, clean-up is much easier and you have managed to cook a lot of food with little stress. Don't Go Without Breakfast, Cook it in the Steam Oven Using the steam oven to cook multiple foods at breakfast time also makes it easier to ensure everyone gets a healthy breakfast. Oatmeal can be cooked directly in the bowl water in the Steam mode. The timing is approximately 6 minutes, but if the bowl stays in the oven for 10 minutes nothing bad will happen. Eggs can also be poached in the oven at the same time, for large cold eggs between 5-6 minutes works best. Although at higher altitudes it can take up to 8 minutes. Poached Eggs In A Steam Oven. Keep the Steam Oven Clean and Dry For ovens with a tank it is recommended to empty the tank after each use, however, if you use the oven to cook breakfast and plan to use it again that evening the tank can be emptied after the last meal of the day is cooked. Just be sure to dry the oven out to maintain a hygienic environment. Think Beyond Cooking One Item at a Time and Let the Oven Work for You Steam ovens are truly remarkable tools, and I encourage you to think beyond just using the oven to prepare one food at a time. Always ask yourself, is there something else I can cook at the same time to get a head start on another meal or to make it easier to prepare several dishes at one time. With a little planning you will get great results every time when cooking with your steam oven. Larissa Your Convection (and Steam) Enthusiast BACK TO LEARN PAGE RESCUED BY MY CONVECTION OVEN! 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Monthly guide for winter meals to be cooked in a convection oven. Have a question? email me at info@convectionkitchen.com Rescued By My Oven January 11, 2023 at 8:00:00 PM Winter Convection Meals Slow-cooking braises such as Wine Braised Brisket and Braised Short Ribs make some of the best winter meals. Braised dishes require very little preparation before being placed into the oven to cook to tender perfection and towards the end of the cooking time side dishes such as Oven Risotto , Oven Polenta or a V egetable Gratin can be added to complete the meal. Wine Braised Brisket Of course, the big favorites at this time of year are warming casseroles, if you are a fan of Shepherd's Pie we have a delicious version made with plant-based meat as well as a Fish Pie , a seafood version. We also have recipes for some fast cooking easy-to-prepare meals, such as Grilled Seafood Pasta and Broiled Salmon with Honey Mustard Glaze and if you haven’t yet made Creme Brulee in your Steam oven, or made a savory custard such as this amazing Mushroom Flan , now is a perfect time. We can’t do much about the weather but cooking great meals does a lot to keep everyone happy during this harsh weather, it's the perfect to put your ovens to work for you. Larissa, Your Convection Enthusiast Read Previous Rescued By My Oven Posts Successful Convection Cooking Begins with Planning Read Oven Meals, How to Make Dinner without Being in the Kitchen Read Learning to Make Your Ovens Work for You Read Recipe Writers Usually Don't Reference Your Oven "Baking Mode" So Here Are My Tips Read Every Meal We Cook is an Expression of Love and Caring Four Our Loved Ones Read Winter Convection Meals Read Plan your cooking with these tips "to unlock the magic of your Convection Kitchen"

Reheating  food and defrosting frozen items are two more outstanding functions of a  Steam Oven. Yes, it takes a little longer, but the foods do not cook or dry out. Reheating & Defrosting Reheating food and defrosting frozen items are two more outstanding functions of a Steam Oven. Yes, it takes a little longer, but the foods do not cook or dry out. Reheated foods taste freshly cooked and defrosted foods come back to a fresh texture ready to cook. Two more amazing features of a Steam Oven. BACK TO LEARN PAGE RESCUED BY MY CONVECTION OVEN! Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE

The Convection Steam Oven Will Surprise With Its Versatility and certainly you will benefit with the combination of steam and convection. Have a question? email me at info@convectionkitchen.com Rescued By My Oven August 1, 2022 at 7:00:00 AM The Convection Steam Oven Will Surprise With Its Versatility Now that we have covered the benefits of using Convection at a low temperature to cook tender cuts of meat before grilling, let’s look at the benefits of using your Convection and Steam ovens for preparing a wonderful array of side salads to serve with those grilled meals. Why Does Using Convection Make Food Preparation Easier? Remember when you cook in Convection or Steam you can cook on multiple racks at one time with no transfer of flavor, so if I am preparing several salads I try to either steam or roast several vegetables at one time. It’s easier than having multiple pans cooking on the cooktop and while the vegetables are cooking I can turn my attention to preparing the other ingredients for each salad. Here are Some Recipes to Get You Started We have several great recipes for salads that use roasted vegetables including Roasted Sweet Potato Salad with Black Beans and Roasted Potato and Green Bean Salad that pair well with grilled or oven-roasted meats. Another great side dish that is easy to prepare in the oven is Roasted Ratatouille , the vegetables don’t lose their color as much as when cooked as a stew so it not only tastes great but it’s also visually appealing. Slow Roasted Tomatoes are easy to prepare and wonderful t o use as a topping for grilled fish and chicken. And if You Have a Steam Oven, Leave the Saucepans in the Drawer and Use the Oven The Steam oven is of course a wonderful tool for steaming multiple items at one time, it’s just a matter of paying attention to the timing of the different foods you are cooking. Our recipe for Poached Salmon Salad , for example, demonstrates how to steam potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, green beans, and salmon all in the same oven.Grains are easy to cook in the Steam oven and our recipes for Quinoa Salad with Broccoli and Dried Apricots , Orzo Pasta Salad with Grilled Artichoke Hearts , and Steamed Couscous and Corn Salad with Heirloom Tomatoes and Basil are wonderful side dishes to serve with grilled or roasted meats and of course, taste delicious on their own. Don’t Be Scared to Bake Bread, Some Breads are Easy! Fresh bread makes a wonderful accompaniment to salads and our easy recipes for Italian Cheese Bread with Mozzarella and Pita Bread are easy to make, again it’s the timing because as I have so often said, cooking is all about planning. Check Out Our New Recipes We have recently added some recipes for some delicious oven meals. Vegetarian Tortilla Casserole with Zucchini Corn and Black Beans is so easy and is a great side dish for oven-roasted or grilled meats. The meal that includes Chili Garlic Chicken Wings and Pork Meatballs with Garlic and Ginger is also easy to prepare, however, each recipe does require a fair few ingredients but the fabulous flavors are worth the effort. I hope these ideas inspire you to put these great tools to work to help you create memorable meals. Larissa, Your Convection Enthusiast Read Previous Rescued By My Oven Posts Successful Convection Cooking Begins with Planning Read Oven Meals, How to Make Dinner without Being in the Kitchen Read Learning to Make Your Ovens Work for You Read Recipe Writers Usually Don't Reference Your Oven "Baking Mode" So Here Are My Tips Read Every Meal We Cook is an Expression of Love and Caring Four Our Loved Ones Read Winter Convection Meals Read Plan your cooking with these tips "to unlock the magic of your Convection Kitchen"

HOW TO COOK A CONVECTION OVEN MEAL? FAQ PAGE How What Why Do How to Cook a Convection Oven Meal? The first thing to determine is the oven temperature and timing for the foods you will be cooking. Some meats are cooked at a high temperature for a short period of time then the oven temperature is reduced to 350 degrees for the remainder of the cooking. If you are planning on cooking multiple foods at one time then be sure to organize the oven racks before you begin cooking. Plan to cook the meat on the top rack and casseroles or roasted vegetables on the lower rack and to bake the cobbler on the middle rack. Organize your trays before you turn on your oven. Large capacity ovens are great for cooking large quantities of food but when loaded with multiple dishes they may benefit from a slight temperature increase of 5 or even 10 degrees. If you cook 2 meals on the same rack, you will need to lower the temperature by 25°F. Remember if you cook on glass dishes, lower the temperature by 30°F Be sure to understand the cooking modes of your oven to obtain good results. OUR LATEST CONVECTION RECIPES Baked Oatmeal Blueberry Bars Apple Cinnamon Muffins Easy Chocolate Cake with Fig Preserves Chili Rubbed Chicken Sweet Potatoes Black Beans

The benefits of baking bread by adding moisture to the oven were determined long ago when bakers of old learned to spritz water into brick ovens to create steam. Nowadays, we have steam ovens that offer varying degrees of heat and levels of humidity for baking perfectly crisp crusty bread. Master the Art of Perfectly Crispy Crusts: Tips for Baking Bread in a Steam Oven Freshly baked bread from the steam oven, showcasing a perfect crust and texture. The benefits of baking bread by adding moisture to the oven were determined long ago when bakers of old learned to spritz water into brick ovens to create steam. Nowadays, we have steam ovens that offer varying degrees of heat and levels of humidity for baking perfectly crisp crusty bread. Proofing Dough in a Steam Oven The first step when baking bread with yeast is of course proofing and most convection and steam ovens have a proof mode. In a convection oven the circulating air set to a low temperature of 100 F or less maintains an even temperature that is not drying. The advantage in the steam oven is moisture which provides an ideal environment for the yeast to grow in abundance. When you proof in a steam oven you do not have to cover the bowl, just put it in the oven for the specified time. Poke the dough when the time has elapsed or it has doubled in size, and if it leaves an indent it has successfully proofed so you can continue the recipe as directed. Just keep an eye on the timing to avoid over proofing the dough. Once proofed the dough can be formed and placed in the baking pan. In this video I am baking petite baguettes using a perforated form that holds three loaves. The perforations allow the heated air to circulate evenly around the dough creating that wonderful crisp crust. Now the formed loaves go back into the oven for the second rise and once they are ready, I will increase the oven temperature and change the mode to the combination convection steam mode. Some ovens, like mine feature different levels of steam that I can choose for baking bread and others feature specific modes for bread baking so it’s always a good idea to follow the manufacturer's recommendations. When you change the oven mode you can remove the loaves, slash the tops then return them to the oven as it heats. My oven heats so quickly that once they are slashed I put the loaves back in the oven, but you can also let the bread rest outside of the oven until it is heated. Baking with Steam In terms of temperature remember you are baking in convection so if the recipe temperature is 400 degrees, I recommend you reduce the temperature to 380 - 375 and also watch the timing. Recipes are developed for full size ovens, and the cavity size of a steam oven is generally much smaller so baking time may not need to be as long. Remember to check the underneath of the breads before you remove them from the oven to ensure they are properly baked through. Baking with a Cast Iron Pan Now when it comes to baking crusty loaves of bread a popular method is to bake the bread in a cast iron pan with a lid, then remove the lid towards the end of the baking time. Baking with the lid ensures the steam emitted during baking stays in the pan, removing the lid ensures the bread, achieves that perfect crisp crust. When using this method best results will be achieved by changing the mode to convection and increasing the oven temperature by 25 degrees for the final 10 minutes of baking. However, there is an option you can use that will also give great results without having to use a cast iron pan. Are you ready to bake bread? Click here Get the recipe for the Classic Petite Baguettes. Baking with a Baking Stone or Steel When baking in a steam oven instead of the cast iron pan, the bread can be baked directly on a baking stone or baking steel. I find that with the added humidity of the oven I can achieve a wonderful crust without having to use a pan. A baking stone or steel can also be used when baking pizza or free form tarts in either a convection or steam oven. You will have to heat the stone or steel for at least 15 - 20 minutes at 400 - 425 F to get it to the perfect temperature. When baking with a stone or a steel, line a pizza peel with a sheet of parchment and place the formed bread directly onto the parchment. When you place the bread in the oven slide the parchment onto the hot stone or steel. This way the bread won’t stick it it’s much easier to handle. If your oven has variable humidity settings you can use higher humidity during the first part of the baking and eliminate or lower the humidity and increase the temperature by 25 degrees for the final ten minutes of baking. This replicates the technique used with a cast iron pan and should provide the same great results. Baking bread is a really rewarding experience and there are many types of bread you can experiment with and your steam oven is an amazing tool for achieving baking perfection. Larissa, Your Convection Enthusiast BACK TO LEARN PAGE RESCUED BY MY CONVECTION OVEN! 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DO I NEED A SPECIAL RECIPE FOR A CONVECTION OVEN? FAQ PAGE How What Why Do Do I need a special recipe for a convection oven? No, you don't. However, you do need to understand the convection modes of your oven and make the correct selection according to the food you want to cook. For example, if you want to several pies at once, it is recommended that you select the Convection Bake mode; if you want to roast large cuts of meat, you should use the Convection Roast mode. Why? Because with each mode, the heating elements cycle with different intensity, and the convection fan circulates heated air. OUR LATEST CONVECTION RECIPES Baked Oatmeal Blueberry Bars Apple Cinnamon Muffins Easy Chocolate Cake with Fig Preserves Chili Rubbed Chicken Sweet Potatoes Black Beans

When having a hearty meal in Winter cooked in a convection oven, I recommend a salad for the perfect companion. My recommendations in this guide are delicious, flavorful and nutritious. Have a question? email me at info@convectionkitchen.com Rescued By My Oven February 2, 2022 at 8:00:00 AM Hearty Meal with Salad For Winters and The Perfect Companion: The Convection Oven Even though the heartier dishes we eat during winter are warming and delicious, it is nice to weave some variety into our meal planning. A crisp salad with citrus and avocado, or a salad with Belgian endive and radicchio is a perfect counterpart to dishes such as Crispy Braised Duck Legs , Broiled Fish , or these fabulous Mushroom Flans . When I roast duck legs I also roast some potatoes sliced into rounds and serve the hot potatoes and duck over a salad of endive and radicchio with a mustard vinaigrette mixed with chopped chives. The heat from the duck and potatoes slightly wilts the salad making a great contrast of textures and flavors. If you are using your oven for cooking a braise, consider cooking some oven polenta as a side dish; it requires no stirring and is just as delicious as when prepared on the cooktop. Of course, Cioppino with some grilled garlic bread makes an amazing winter meal and is so much easier to prepare using your oven. Lemons are in season now, and the Lemon Cornmeal cake with olive oil and toasted almond meal is a perfect way to use them. If you are looking for a especial recipe to celebrate Valentine's Day, check out our recipe for Flourless Chocolate Cake . Read Previous Rescued By My Oven Posts Successful Convection Cooking Begins with Planning Read Oven Meals, How to Make Dinner without Being in the Kitchen Read Learning to Make Your Ovens Work for You Read Recipe Writers Usually Don't Reference Your Oven "Baking Mode" So Here Are My Tips Read Every Meal We Cook is an Expression of Love and Caring Four Our Loved Ones Read Winter Convection Meals Read Plan your cooking with these tips "to unlock the magic of your Convection Kitchen"

Convection (fan assisted cooking) combined with broil is a fabulous tool for searing steaks, chops and thicker cuts of fish. Learn about the sophisticated technology in your oven with tips to ensure safe effective oven broiling. Convection Broiled for Electric Ovens Salmon and asparagus being skillfully cooked to perfection using the convection broil setting, ensuring even heat distribution and a beautifully caramelized finish. Convection (fan assisted cooking) combined with broil is a fabulous tool for searing steaks, chops and thicker cuts of fish. Learn about the sophisticated technology in your oven with tips to ensure safe effective oven broiling. Best Uses Broiling thicker cuts of meat such as steaks, chicken thighs, lamb chops, pork chops, and fish steaks. Meats should be cooked on a 2-piece broil pan with slats to prevent the dripping fat from being exposed to the intense heat. Small quick-cooking items, shrimp, vegetables, thinner cuts of fish, and chicken can be cooked on a rimmed baking sheet in the Broil Mode. Perfectly broiled steak using convection-broil mode for even cooking. Determine the best rack position by placing the broiling pan with the food on the oven rack before heating the oven to ensure the food will not be too close to the heating element. Broiling is similar to grilling in that we use Direct Heat for searing the meat and to create flavor. However to cook the meat through we use Indirect Heat, which means moving it away from the intense heat source. To achieve this in the oven, sear the meat on High then change the Mode to Convection. Drop the temperature to 300 - 350 degrees and move the food to a lower rack away from the strong direct heat. When you remove the meat from the oven after broiling always take it off the broiling pan and rest it on the cutting board to prevent the meat from continuing to cook from the residual heat of the pan. BACK TO LEARN PAGE RESCUED BY MY CONVECTION OVEN! Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE

Foods cooked in convection have better moisture retention, meats do not require basting or turning and you can cook on multiple racks at one time. Using convection will turn your oven into one of the most useful tools in your kitchen. Why the Convection Setting on Your Oven is a Great Choice Before we had convection ovens, the only option for oven cooking was radiant heat. That is to say the heat came from a heating element in the floor of the oven, either exposed or concealed and the top heating element (which is also the broil element) would cycle on and off at moderate intensity to provide browning. Radiant Heat vs Convection The downside of cooking with radiant heat is that it tends to have a drying effect on food. This dry heat can be beneficial when baking; however, when roasting meats, frequent basting or brining the meat in liquid prior to cooking is necessary in order to prevent the meat from drying out. The other issue was having to rotate pans to achieve even baking and cooking results. In a convection oven there is a fan on the back wall of the oven encircled by heating elements. When you engage a convection mode the fan circulates the heated air around the oven cooking food from the edge to the center. So now the food is being cooked by heated air instead of direct heat from the heating elements. Benefits of Cooking with Convection Foods cooked in convection have better moisture retention, meats do not require basting or turning and you can cook on multiple racks at one time. Using convection will turn your oven into one of the most useful tools in your kitchen. Not only can you bake multiple racks of cookies at one time, you can cook a complete oven meal and there will be no mingling of flavors, imagine cooking dinner without having to be in the kitchen! Cooking on multiple racks. Resources for Learning About Convection This video provides tips for getting you started using convection; however, these videos on our YouTube channel provide a practical guide with great visuals to help you understand the convection modes. You will also find a selection of recipes here that will guide you to success with your convection cooking. Because recipes writers don’t reference convection it’s up to us to understand the tools we are cooking with so we can benefit from cooking in convection and achieve success with every recipe. Adapting recipes to cooking in convection is not difficult, follow the guidelines you will find here at Convection Kitchen and pay attention to the results. The more you understand the tools you are cooking with the better those results will be. Larissa, Your Convection Enthusiast BACK TO LEARN PAGE RESCUED BY MY CONVECTION OVEN! Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE Vegetarian Argentine Empanadas with Roasted Cauliflower Filling RECIPE Convection Slow Roasted NY Steak RECIPE Pork Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese RECIPE Baked Country Style Pork Ribs RECIPE Baked Rosemary Chicken with Balsamic Glaze RECIPE