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*When baking four cake layers at a time, use racks
1 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 - Upper/Single Oven
FOOD TYPE
RECOMMENDED
MODE(S)
RECOMMENDED
RACK POSITION(S)
ADDITIONAL SUGGESTIONS 27” 30”
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doneness/less searing. Watch food closely when
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doneness/less searing. Watch food closely when
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the broil heating element.
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below the broil heating element.
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4 (>1/2 inch)
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performance center food below the broil
heating element.
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through cooking for more even cooking results.