10
The Conventional Oven
When using this setting, heat comes from
both the top and bottom elements. This
allows you to cook on a single level and is
particularly suitable for dishes which require
extra base browning such as quiches and
flans.
Gratins, lasagnes and hotpots which require
extra top browning also cook well in the
conventional oven.
How to Use the
Conventional Oven
1. Turn the oven function control knob to the
required cooking function (
).
2. Turn the thermostat control knob to the
required temperature.
Top oven element only
This function is suitable for finishing cooked
dishes, e.g. lasagne, shepherds pie,
cauliflower cheese etc.
Bottom oven element only
This function is particularly useful when blind-
baking pastry. It may also be used to finish
off quiches or flans to ensure the base pastry
is cooked through.
Things to note
The thermostat control light will remain
on until the correct temperature is
reached. It will then cycle on and off to
show the temperature is being maintained.
The cooling fan will operate continually
during cooking. It may run on after the
oven is switched off to keep the controls
cool. This is quite normal.
The action of the cooling fan will depend on
how long the oven has been used and at
what temperature. It may not switch on at
all at lower temperature settings nor run on
where the oven has only been used for a
short time.
Hints and Tips
- The middle shelf position allows for the
best heat distribution. To increase base
browning simply lower the shelf position.
To increase top browning, raise the shelf
position.
- The material and finish of the baking
trays and dishes used will affect base
browning. Enamelware, dark, heavy or
non-stick utensils increase base
browning, while oven glassware, shiny
aluminium or polished steel trays reflect
the heat away and give less base
browning.
- Always place dishes centrally on the
shelf to ensure even browning.
- Stand dishes on suitably sized baking
trays to prevent spillage onto the base
of the oven and make cleaning easier.
-
Do not
place dishes, tins or baking trays
directly on the oven base as it becomes
very hot and damage will occur.
