Fisher & Paykel OB30 Series User Manual page 11

Cooking guide
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BAKING
For best results when baking, always pre heat your oven. The grill element may come on for a
short time while the oven is heating up. The halo will turn from red to white when the preset
temperature is reached.
Do not open the door until at least ¾ of the way through cooking.
Make sure cake pans do not touch each other or the sides of the oven.
When baking double the recipe (especially cookies) you may need to increase the time.
Your cookware will influence baking times. Dark pans absorb the heat more quickly than
reflective pans; glass cookware may require a lower temperature.
Multi-shelf baking may also require a slight increase in cooking time.
Always leave a space between shelves when multi-shelf cooking to allow the air to circulate.
Shelf Position Guide
Place your baking on a shelf that will have the top of your pan near the center of the oven cavity.
ROASTING
Your oven has a dedicated Roast function (some models only). This is designed to brown the
outside of the meat but still keep the inside moist and juicy.
Use the meat probe for perfect results. See 'Using the Meat Probe' .
Boneless, rolled or stuffed roasts take longer than roasts containing bones.
Poultry should be well cooked with the juices running clear and an internal temperature
of 165°F / 75°C.
If using a roasting bag, do not use the Roast function. The initial searing stage is too hot for
roasting bags. Use Aero Bake or True Aero and follow the manufacturer's instructions.
When using the Roast function, do not cover your roast, as this will stop the searing process
browning the outside of the meat. If you prefer to roast in a covered pan, use the Aero Bake
function instead and increase the temperature by 70°F / 20°C.
Cook larger cuts of meat at a lower temperature for a longer time. The meat will cook more
evenly.
Always roast meat fat side up. That way, basting may not be required.
Always rest the meat for at least 10 minutes after roasting to allow the juices to settle. Remember
the meat will continue to cook for a few minutes after removing it from the oven.
Shelf Position Guide
Place the meat on a shelf so that the meat is in the center of the oven or lower.