Dacor Range Cooking - Manual

1. In all ovens, oven rack positions count up from the bottom, rack 1 is the bottom; rack 5 is the top. Adjust rack positions before you preheat the oven. 2. Oven temperatures range from 100˚- 555˚, and can be set at 5-degree increments. 3. Always allow the oven to preheat fully before adding food. ...

6 Multi-Rack Baking Tips 1. Always use the Pure Convection ™ mode unless otherwise stated. Center the pans on the rack for best baking results. 2. Allow oven to preheat an additional 20-30 minutes after the preheat tone when multirack-baking delicate items, such as cookies and cakes. This will help ...

Roasting Tips 7 1. Convert conventional roast recipes to Convection recipes by reducing the temperature 25° and the cooking time by 10-15%. 2. It is recommended to use the meat probe provided with the oven to achieve both the proper cooking internal temperature and the optimal cooking time. 3. Alway...

8 Holiday Roasting Tips T The following are a few tips that might come in handy during the holidays. As a good rule of thumb, plan on serving 1 pound of turkey perperson. This will allow some extras for the big eaters and the fabulous turkey sandwiches for the days after the holidays. WHAT’S THE LAR...

Other helpful Roasting Tips 9 1. Spray roasting rack and roasting pan with nonstick cooking spray. This will make cleaning up easier. 2. Rinse the turkey with cold water and then pat dry with paper towels. 3. An olive oil rub helps seal in the juices and aids in browning the turkey. 3. It is best to...

Broiling is a quick and flavorful way to prepare many foods. In broiling, the heat source radiates from above in the oven cell to cook foodswith a dry and intense heat. This high heat keeps the juices inside the meat while browning the outside. Foods that can be broiled shouldbe tender, should have ...

ER30/ER48 Companion Oven Notes 11 The ER48 includes a companion oven- which is a fully featured, self- cleaning oven. Following are a notes about cooking with theseovens: • Since the oven’s capacity is much smaller, you may find that cook times are much lower. Items cook faster in this oven as far a...

BAKED ITEM TYPE OF PREPARATION TYPE OF PAN(S) RECOMMENDED MODES TEMP. APPROX. TIME ANGEL FOOD CAKE boxed or homemade 10” tube pan Pure Conv 350˚ 30-35 min AU GRATIN POTATOES homemade 9”x13” glass or metal baking dish Bake 375˚ 45-50 min BAGELS homemade cookie sheet Bake 450˚ 25 min BISCOTTI homemade...

FOOD ITEM PAN SIZE & TYPE NO. OF PANS BEST RACK MODE RACK CONV TEMP. (F) CONV TIME (MIN) 12” ROUND FROZEN PIZZA cookie sheet 2 Conv Bake (rotate halfway through) 2,4 375˚ 25-30 min BACON rimmed cookie sheet 3 Pure Conv 1,3,5 375˚ 30-35 min BISCOTTI cookie sheet 2 Pure Conv 2,4 350˚ 25 min, then ...

ROASTED ITEM SIZE RECOMMENDED PAN MODE TEMP APPX TIME MINI SAFE TEMP* POULTRY CHICKEN 3-4 LB. FLYER 2-3 lbs. roasting pan with v-shaped rack Pure Conv 350˚ 45-50 min 180 in the thigh CHICKEN 5-6 LB. ROASTER 3-5 lbs. roasting pan with v-shaped rack Conv Roast 350˚ 1 1/2 hrs 180 in the thigh CHICKEN P...

FOOD SIZE PAN TYPE RACK POSITION MODE TEMP. APPROX. TIME BACON, SLICED 1/2 lb- about 8 rimmed cookie sheet 4 Conv Bake 500˚ 2-3 min per side BEEF FLANK STEAK 3-4 oz flat broil pan 4 Broil 555˚ 2-3 min per side BEEF SHORT RIBS (4) 2-3 oz flat broil pan 4 Conv Broil 555˚ 2-3 min per side BEEF SKIRT ST...

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RECIPES 22 Balsamic Roasted Potatoes and Vegetables Wasabi Crab Appetizers 1 frozen puff pastry sheet, thawed Nonstick cooking spray 1 large egg, slightly beaten 8 ounces lump crab meat, picked through for shells 1 teaspoon wasabi Preheat oven to 350 ° on Pure Convection ™ . Lay puff pastry flat on ...

Mini Meatballs in Saffron Sauce 8 ounces ground pork 8 ounces ground veal or beef 1/4 cup chopped flat leaf parsley 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 large egg, beaten to blend 1 1/2-inch-thick slice French bread, crust removed, soaked in water 3 minutes and squeezed dry 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1/2 teaspoon gr...

RECIPES 24 Pork Satay Skewers with Hot & Sweet Sauce 2 Tablespoons minced onions 3 Tablespoons vegetable oil 2 Tablespoons oyster sauce 2 Tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted Zest and juice of 1 lemon 1 Tablespoon fish sauce 1 clove garlic, minced 1 Tablespoon soy sauce Pork Tenderloin, about 1/2- ...

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26 RECIPES Butternut Squash Soup 1 onion, thinly sliced 1 butternut squash, cut in half, lengthwise, and scoop out pulp, reserving seeds (about 2-2 1/2 pounds) Salt and pepper to taste 2 Tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon ground allspice 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 t...

27 RECIPES C green Minestrone 4 slices bacon, chopped 1 onion, chopped 1 carrot, cut into 1/2“ rounds 1 celery rib, small diced 2 zucchini, cut in half lengthwise, then 1/2“ diced 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1/2” pieces 6 cups kale, leaves chopped (1) 15 ounce can northern white beans, d...

RECIPES 28 Roasted Pear Salad with Baby Greens, Blue Cheese and Roasted Walnuts 2 pears, peeled, halved and cored 2 Tablespoons honey 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil Salt and pepper, to taste 1 bag baby green lettuce mix 4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled 1/2 cup walnut halves, toasted Dressing: 1 Tablespoon...

RECIPES 30 Apple Bran Muffins 1 Tablespoon unsalted butter 2 cups chopped granny smith apple (peeled, seeded & coarsely diced) 1 cup all purpose flour 1 cup whole wheat flour 2 cups oat bran 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar 4 teaspoons ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons baking soda Adjust oven racks to...

31 RECIPES Apricot Coffee Cake 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour 1 1/2 cups packed light brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 2/3 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 large eggs, beaten 1 1/3 cup but...

RECIPES 32 Banana Macadamia Nut Bread 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 3 ripe bananas, peeled 2 large eggs 1/4 cup milk 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 cups all purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts, toasted* 1 T...

RECIPES 33 Cranberry Oatmeal Scones 1 3/4 cup all purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 3/4 cup oatmeal 3 Tablespoons plus 1 Tablespoon superfine or granulated sugar 4 Tablespoons of cold unsalted butter 1 large egg 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup milk 1/2 cup dried cranberries 3 Tablespoons milk 1 teas...

RECIPES 34 Buttertop White Bread Loaves 2 packages active dry yeast 1/2 cup lukewarm water (95-100°) 2 1/2 cups buttermilk, warmed (95-100°) 1/4 cup granulated sugar 7 cups bread flour, more if necessary 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened plus 3 Tablespoons, melted 2 teaspoons salt Adjust oven rack t...

36 RECIPES 1 cup fresh goat cheese (about 4 ounces) 2 Tablespoons fresh basil, chopped 2 Tablespoons Italian parsley, chopped 4 oil-packed jarred sundried tomatoes, drained and diced 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 eggs, beaten 1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs Salt and pepper, to taste 1/4 cup melted ...

RECIPES 37 Chilean Seabass with Tropical Fruit Salsa 4 Chilean sea bass fillets, about 4 ounces each2 Tablespoons unsalted butterSalt and pepper, to taste Tropical Fruit Salsa: 3 large mangos, medium diced1 large red onion, small diced1 red bell pepper, small dicedJuice of 1 lemon1 bunch cilantro, c...

RECIPES 38 Pure Convection tm roasted turkey 15-25 lb. fresh turkey 3/4 cup olive oil 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary, plus 2 whole sprigs 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh thyme 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh sage 1/2 cup chopped flat leaf parsley Salt and black pepper, as needed 2 white onions, peeled ...

RECIPES 39 Roasted Vegetable strudel with Red Pepper Sauce 1 zucchini, large diced 1 small eggplant, large diced 2 portabella mushrooms, small diced 3 garlic cloves, chopped 1 Tablespoon olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste 8 oil-packed sundried tomato halves, patted dry and chopped 1/4 cup unsalted ...

RECIPES 40 Roasted Vegetable and Four Cheese Pizza Dough: 1 1/4 cups warm water 1 Tablespoon active dry yeast 1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar 1 Tablespoon olive oil 3 cups all purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt For Dough: Place yeast, water and sugar in a bowl. Let the mixture become bubbly and foamy, abou...

2-rib tied prime beef rib roast (from small end; about 4 1/2 pound trimmed) 1 Tablespoon olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste For vegetables 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil 16 pearl onions, peeled and trimmed but left whole 3 carrots, sliced thin 3 celery ribs, sliced thin 2 portabella mushrooms, sliced ...

Chicken Pot Pie 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed 1 Tablespoon unsalted butter1 cup celery, small diced1/3 cup onions, minced1 cup white wine2 Tablespoons flour1 1/2 cups chicken broth1 cup heavy cream1 potato, peeled and large diced1 cup frozen peas1 carrot, peeled and small diced2 boneless, skinl...

RECIPES 43 Spinach Souffle with Shallots and Smoked Cheddar 2 1/2 cups whole milk 6 Tablespoons unsalted butter, divided 1/4 cup all purpose flour 4 large eggs, whites and yolks separated 1 cup chopped shallots 1 (6 ounce) bag fresh spinach 2 cups shredded smoked cheddar 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspo...

Toffee Crunch Cookies 2 cups all purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, softened 3/4 cup granulated sugar In a small bowl, stir together flour, baking soda and salt. Set aside. In the large bowl of an electric mixer on medium speed with paddle attach-m...

RECIPES Peach and Pistachio Tart Filling 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 Tablespoon lemon juice 2 teaspoon grated lemon zest 1 cup whipping cream Tart Crust 2 cups all purpose flour 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon almond extract 1 cup plus 1 teaspoon butter, diced About...

Double Crusted Peach and Blueberry Pie 3 1/2 cups all purpose flour 2 teaspoons salt 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar 2 cups unsalted butter, cut into cubes 6 ounces ice cold water with a dash of cider vinegar (this prevents the gluten from developing in the flour) Pie Filling: 3 peaches, peeled, pitte...

Port-Glazed Strawberry Cheesecake RECIPES 1 quart strawberries, hulled and sliced 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup port For Crust: 70 Vanilla wafers (8 1/2 oz), finely ground in a food processor (about 2 1/3 cups) 1 1/4 sticks unsalted butter, melted and cooled For Filling: 2 1/2 (8 ounce) packages ...

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RECIPES BACON-WRAPPED BEEF TENDERLOIN & HERB STUFFING 5 garlic cloves, chopped 2 Tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh thyme 1 cup plain dry breadcrumbs 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 2- 2 1/2 pound center-cut beef tenderloin roast About 5 thick-cut bacon slices...

RECIPES PECAN SABLES 1 1/4 cups all purpose flour 1 cup finely chopped toasted pecans 1/4 teaspoon baking powder 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature 2/3 cup powdered sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 large egg yolk Mix flour, pecans, baking powder, and salt in me...

Baked Rigatoni with Sausage and Mushrooms Roasted Cherry Tomato & Fresh Herb Foccaccia Roasted Fennel, Green Beans and Shallots Rich Chocolate Tart BAKED RIGATONI WITH SAUSAGE AND MUSHROOMS 1 (25 ounce) jar red pasta sauce 1 (8.5 ounce) jar sundried tomatoes, drained and chopped 1 lb Italian sau...

RECIPES ROASTED FENNEL, GREEN BEANS AND SHALLOTS 2 large fresh fennel bulbs, trimmed and cut into 1/2 inch strips 3/4 pound shallots, peeled, quartered 2 Tablespoons olive oil 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed Salt and pepper, to taste Cut fennel bulbs lengthwise in half. Cut halves lengthwise into...

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY COOKIES AND BISCUITS BURNED AT THE BOTTOM Oven door opened too often Dark, absorbent pan was used Incorrect rack position being used Standard Bake or Convection Bake mode isbeing used Pan is too large and too close to element Set minute timer to shortest recommendedtime...

3 teaspoons = 1 Tablespoon 1 Tablespoon = 1/2 fluid ounce 4 Tablespoons = 1/4 cup 1 cup = 8 fluid ounces 5 1/3 Tablespoons = 1/3 cup 1 cup = 1/2 pint 8 Tablespoons = 1/2 cup 2 cups = 1 pint 1 pint = 16 fluid ounces 1 quart = 32 fluid ounces 1/2 gallon = 64 fluid ounces 1 gallon = 128 fluid ounces 10...