Convection Oven Cooking
Learn to use convection oven settings for faster, more even cooking and superior browning
Equipment Needed
- convection oven
Ingredients
- food to cook
- oil
- seasonings
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat convection oven to 25°F LOWER than recipe calls for
- If recipe says 375°F, set convection to 350°F
- Allow full preheating time
- Place food on center oven rack
- Set timer for 25-30% LESS time than conventional recipe
- Check food earlier than recipe suggests
- Food should brown faster and more evenly
- Remove when done (likely before conventional time)
Professional Tips
- Reduce temperature by 25°F from conventional recipes
- Reduce cooking time by 25-30%
- Fan circulates hot air = faster, more even cooking
- Not ideal for delicate items (angel food cake)
- Perfect for roasting, baking, and browning
- Watch food carefully first time - timing varies by oven
What to Make
- roasting vegetables
- baking cookies
- roasting meat
- faster cooking