Broiling - Frigidaire PLCS389DCB Use & Care Manual

Broiling i sa method ofcooking tender c uts of meat b ydirect h eat u nder t ile broil e lement oftheoven.
Open door
to the "Broil Stop"
position when broiling_
Preheating
Preheating is suggested when searing rare steaks. (Remove the broiler pan before preheating.
Foods will stick if placed on hot metal.) To preheat, set the oven control(s) to BROILas instructed
in the Electronic Oven Control Guide. Wait for the element to become red-hot, usually about 2
minutes. Preheating is not necessary when broiling meats well-done.
To Broi(
Broil on one side until the food is browned; turn and cook on the second side. Seasonand serve.
Always pull rack out to the "stop" position before turning or removing food.
Always pull oven rack out
to the "stop" position be-
fore turning or removing
food.
Determining BroiJing Times
Broffing times w_r5 so watch the food closely. Time not only depends on the distance from the
element, but on the thickness and aging of meat, fat content and aloneness preferred. The first
side usually requires a few minutes longer than the second. Frozen meats also require
additional time.
BroHing Tips
The broiler pan and its grid allow dripping grease to drain and be kept away from the
high heat of the broiler.
DO NOT use the pan without its grid. DO NOT cover the grid with foiL The
exposed grease cou)d ignite.
Should an oven fire occur, close tile oven door and turn off the oven. If
the fire continues, throw baking soda on the fire or use a fire extinguisher. DO NOT
put
water or flour on the fire. Flour may be explosive.
Grid
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Broiler Ctean-Up Tips:
To make cleaning easier, line the bottom of the broiler pan with aluminum foil. DO NOT (:over the broiler grid with foil.
To prevent grease from baking on, remove the broiler pan from the oven as soon as cooking is completed. Use hot pads
be(ause the broiler pan is extremely hot. Pour off grease. Soak the pan in HOT, soapy water.
Clean the broiler pan as soon as possible after each use. If necessary, use soap-filled steel wool pads. Heavy scouring may
scratch the grid.
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