What it is
An oven cooks inside a heated cavity. Conventional and convection models distribute heat differently; convection ovens incorporate a fan.
When to use it
Use it for baking and roasting; some models also broil with upper heat. Select the mode and rack position for the food and appliance.
How to use it
Preheat as directed by the recipe and manual, avoid unnecessary door opening and allow air to circulate between dishes. Monitor the food while cooking.
How to choose it
Rack and cookware placement change exposure to heat. Use compatible parts and check the heat suitability of each baking tin.
Cleaning and storage
Remove debris and spills from the cavity following the appliance manual. Self-cleaning cycles and compatible products depend on the model; there is no universal method.
Safe use
Use oven mitts to remove cookware and check the oven is off when finished. Wash utensils and dishes that have touched food before reusing them.
Frequently asked questions
Which tasks is it useful for?
Use it for baking and roasting; some models also broil with upper heat. Select the mode and rack position for the food and appliance.
How should it be cleaned after use?
Remove debris and spills from the cavity following the appliance manual. Self-cleaning cycles and compatible products depend on the model; there is no universal method.
What precaution should I remember?
Use oven mitts to remove cookware and check the oven is off when finished. Wash utensils and dishes that have touched food before reusing them.
Sources and review
Sources consulted for this utensil’s documented uses, care and characteristics.
- Safe Food Handling | FDA www.fda.gov/food/buy-store-serve-safe-food/safe-food-handling
- Organize Your Space - Spend Smart Eat Smart spendsmart.extension.iastate.edu/cook/organize-your-space/
- Cook’s Tools — Alice Henneman, University of Nebraska Extension, hosted by Purdue Extension extension.purdue.edu/foodlink/includes/pubs/Kitchen%20Utensils.pdf
- How to Use an Oven — Whirlpool www.whirlpool.com/blog/kitchen/how-to-use-an-oven.html
- The complete guide to oven rack positions — Whirlpool www.whirlpool.com/blog/kitchen/oven-rack-placement.html
