So, you are interested in a new Toaster Oven? The variations of toaster ovens that are available are vast, which is great because it gives everybody the ability to buy the oven that is just right for their needs. The first thing you need to decide is whether you want a specialty toaster oven such a rotisserie or an infrared oven or want to stay with a more conventional approach so you have more overall flexibility. A conventional toaster oven is a great overall, multifunction solution.hpq toaster Some of the smaller, more economical ovens are great for a couple pieces of toast and for small cooking jobs such as hot dogs and snack foods or prepackaged single serving dishes. The larger ovens can accommodate a full size chicken or frozen Pizza. Also if you are looking to go a little more green and at the same time reduce your electric bill, these counter top ovens perform as well as your full size oven using a lot less power.
Below are some of the types of cooking you can do with a toaster oven and an explanation of each.
Conventional is your basic electric heating element like the one in the bottom of your full size oven. This covers most toaster ovens as their basic functionality (other than Infrared).
Broiling is a common option which is very similar to the broiler element in your full size oven and is great for broiling steaks and fish. Convection is an option to a conventional oven that circulates the hot air for even heating.
Infrared ovens work by electromagnetic radiation. This light energy is transmitted directly into your food unlike a conventional oven that heats air that cooks your meal. That is why an infrared oven is more efficient than a conventional oven. It is a safe and efficient oven that can use 30 to 40% less energy to cook your food with the benefit of a very juicy locked-in flavor rather than a tough dried out meal. hpqtoaster module
Rotisserie cooking can create some great meals and make you a hit with your family and friends. There are a couple variations of rotisserie ovens. Some larger standard-looking toaster ovens have the capability to remove the rack and be used as a rotisserie toaster oven. Which options? Size - How large of an oven do you need? Are you going to heat up frozen foods such as chicken tenders fish sticks or do you want to take full advantage of your new oven and also make full size pizzas, casserole dishes and sizeable foods such as full chickens? Options are wide open. Do you want to do specialty cooking like with a rotisserie oven for roasts and chickens or do you want to do convection baking? If so a conventional toaster oven with whatever options you want is the way to go.
• Safety - Generally speaking, toaster ovens are very safe appliances. Automatic ejecting racks take reduce the risk of burn form reaching inside a hot oven. Make sure your electrical circuit can handle the wattage of your new oven.