Bosch HSLP451UC Instructions for Use - Page 17

Proof The Proof mode maintains the warm, non-drafty environment needed for proofing yeast leavened products. Tips for Proofing • Allow dough to thaw if frozen. Place dough in dish and loosely cover. • It is best to start with a cool oven when using the proofing function. • Use any rack level that accommodates the size of the bowl or pan. Dough has "proofed" when it has doubled in size. • Do not open the oven door unnecessarily. Opening the door will lower the temperature of the air in the oven and lengthen the proofing time. Use the oven light to check the rising of the dough. Dish Warming Heats and keeps warm oven-safe ovenware, plates, and bowls. Place dishes in the oven before heating the oven. DO NOT place cold dishes in an already warm oven as this may cause thermal shock and may cause the dish to shatter. Reheat Reheat mode uses steam and hot air to gently restore food. The combination of air and moisture in the Reheat mode warms food evenly and without drying. Entrees, casseroles, side dishes, and leftovers are warmed to serving temperature without compromising quality. Tips for Reheating • If possible, arrange the food so that it is spread out evenly on the dish. • Food does not need to be stirred during Reheat. • Reheat times vary for foods, so check food occasionally to prevent overcooking. • Reheat a plate of food, no cover necessary. European Conv European Conv operates as a convection oven, with no steam. During the European Conv mode, a heating element at the back of the cooking compartment is heated. The fan then circulates the hot air evenly around the food. Multiple racks of foods can be cooked or large quantities of foods can be cooked at the same time. Foods will cook thoroughly without having to rotate pans. European Conv is most suitable for making sweet and savory pastries, pot roasts, and various cakes; this mode is not suitable for braising. Tips for Convection Cooking • For greatest efficiency, load oven to capacity whenever possible. • Do not cover foods. Covering the food inhibits the cooking process. • Preheat the oven first unless specified differently in the recipe. Keep Warm The Keep Warm mode will keep hot, cooked foods at serving temperature. ALWAYS start with hot food. DO NOT use this mode to heat cold food other than for crisping crackers, chips and dry cereal. DO NOT use the Keep Warm mode to cook food. NOTES: • Food may be kept hot in its cooking container or transferred to a heat-safe serving dish. • Allow time for the oven to preheat before placing warm, cooked food in the oven. • Do not open the oven door unnecessarily. Opening the door will reduce the temperature of the oven. Use the oven light to check the food. Slow Cook Slow Cook is ideal for cooking all tender cuts of meat that will be cooked medium rare. The meat stays very moist and is tender. Cooking Tip for Slow Cooking • Place the baking pan in the oven and preheat the oven using Slow Cook mode. Sear the meat well on all sides on the cooktop. Place the meat in the preheated combination oven and continue to slow cook. Chicken and Vegetables Automatic Programs There are two sets of automatic programs for the steam oven. These programs are grouped under menu classes labeled "Chicken" and "Vegetables". Both of the automatic programs adjusts the modes, temperatures, and cooking times based on the weight input by the user. Using the automatic programming allows the user to prepare dishes quickly and easily. See "VEGETABLES and CHICKEN Automatic Programs" on page 13. English 15