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Microwaves/ Conventional and Convection Ovens
- In microwaves, the
magnetron creates
microwaves that then
enter the food
- dipolar molecules begin to move
back and forth, causing friction and
producing heat
- In a convection oven, food is cooked at least 25 degrees lower
than a convectional oven
- Food cooks more evenly in a
convection oven
- Convection oven parts / use
- has 3 heating elements (one more in the back)
- fan dispenses heat
- use shallow pans
- pans should be a lighter color
- food cooks evenly and faster
- microwaves
- use potholders to avoid burns
- Turn dishes several
times while during the
cooking period
- larger amounts of food take longer to cook
- pierce food with a skin to let steam escape
- use glass, ceramic or plastic dishes that
are safe in the microwave oven
- Heat is inside the food so
food does not stop cooking
when you turn the oven off
- The more food is being cooked,
the less energy there is for each
time to absorb
- microwaves bounce off the
sides of the oven
- Steam can build up inside confined spaces and causes food to explode
- Use sauces, herbs, or toppings to
make pale foods look better
- Conventional ovens only have two heating elements
- this causes the food to be cooked slower
- Food on all three racks cooks evenly in convection ovens
- Food cooks at a lower temp. in a convection oven