Countertop convection ovens are popular with many home cooks because these small kitchen appliances perform multiple functions and are economical in their use of space and energy when compare with stovetop ovens.
Although with these countertop ovens it would be impossible to bake a whole turkey, there are many everyday baking jobs were using a conventional oven would not be practical.
Convection Ovens
Whether a meal is freshly prepared or frozen, using a countertop oven makes more sense for baking or heating up smaller dishes. Most of these ovens have enough room to fit your typical size entrée and 12" pizza. Heating elements are shield to protect them from drippings. Crumb trays catch anything that falls and interior surfaces are usually easy to wipe clean.
Usually racks are provided along with a pan. On some models, racks slide in and out partially whenever the oven door opens and closes. Doors are made of tempered glass and handles should remain cool to the touch. Although, as a precaution, it's best to be careful when handling these ovens because they do get very hot.
Basic features include a temperature dial, function control for baking, broiling or toasting and a timer. Some brands or models have timers that automatically shutoff the oven when baking is done. This function makes these appliances much more convenient and safer to use.
Convection ovens circulate heat around the food with a fan. Because food cooks hotter and quicker with the convection fan on, manufacturers recommend reducing the baking temperature down 25 degrees and checking the oven ten minutes sooner.
Some ovens have interior lighting and some don't. An interior light is probably unnecessary because dishes are easily seen through the glass oven door with lighting available in the kitchen.
When shopping around for one of these kitchen appliances, stick with the name brands and read user reviews before making a final purchase decision. Countertop convection ovens are convenient, practical and economical. A kitchen countertop almost seems bare without one.
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KitchenAid Convection Countertop Oven Feature
- Full-size oven performance on your countertop
- 12-Inch capacity
- Convection Bake, Broil and Warm functions with 60-minute timer
- Non-stick interior
- Full-width crumb tray
KitchenAid Convection Countertop Oven Overview
The KitchenAid 12-inch Convection Countertop oven offers a spacious capacity which easily accommodates up to two 12-inch pizzas. And to help you prepare for any meal or party, it can fit a 4-lb chicken, four chicken breasts, a variety of bread for toasting, and much more. In addition you will have full-Size Oven Performance on Your Countertop with a Consistent, even heating up to 450°F with Broil and Convection Bake functions. With convection, you’ll enjoy evenly baked cookies and faster cooking times. A 60-minute timer allows you to bake or broil foods that require longer cooking times. You can also use the Warm function to reheat a full plate of leftovers.Available In Stock. |
