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*When baking four cake layers at a time, use racks
2 and 4. Place the pans as shown so that one pan is
not directly above another.
Cook food thoroughly to help protect against food
borne illness. Minimum safe food temperature
recommendations for food safety can be found at
IsItDoneYet.gov. Make sure to use a food thermometer
to take food temperatures.
USING THE OVEN: Cooking Guide
Cooking Guide - Lower Oven
FOOD TYPE
RECOMMENDED
MODE(S)
RECOMMENDED
RACK POSITION(S) ADDITIONAL SUGGESTIONS
Baked Goods
Layer cakes, sheet cakes, bundt
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Single Rack
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Cookies, biscuits, scones on a
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Racks
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partially through cooking for more even cooking
results between racks. Ensure adequate airflow.
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doneness/less searing. Watch food closely when
broiling. For best performance center food below
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doneness/less searing. Watch food closely when
broiling. For best performance center food below
the broil heating element.
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broiling. For best performance when broiling,
center food below the broil heating element.
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Move food down for more doneness/less searing
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below the broil heating element.
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Preheating is not necessary.
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5 (1/2 thick or less)
4 (>1/2 inch)
Watch food closely when broiling. For best
performance center food below the broil
heating element.
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Frozen Convenience Foods
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Potato products, chicken nuggets,
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Switch food location partially
through cooking for more even cooking results.
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