Thermador MED301WS Instructions for Use - Page 12

Slow Roast Slow Roast uses the upper and lower elements at low temperatures to gently cook meat. Meat will be evenly cooked throughout. This mode is best suited for large boneless cuts of meat. Place cookware in the oven and allow the oven to heat up for about 10 minutes. Sear meat on the cooktop on all sides, then place into the preheated cookware. Dehydrate Dehydrate dries heat with a third element behind the back wall of the oven. The heat is circulated throughout the oven by the convection fan. Dehydrate Chart Use Dehydrate to dry and/or preserve foods such as fruits, vegetables and herbs. The oven stays on 24 hours before shutting off automatically. Tips: ▯ Dry most fruits and vegetables at 150°F (65°C). Dry herbs at 100°F (40°C). Refer to the Dehydrate chart for examples. ▯ Drying times vary depending on the moisture and sugar content of the food, the size of the pieces, the amount being dried and the humidity in the air. Check food at minimum drying time. ▯ Multiple drying racks (not included) can be used simultaneously. ▯ Treat fruits with antioxidants to avoid discoloration. Food Item Preparation Approx. Drying time (hours) Test for doneness Fruit Apples Bananas Cherries Orange Slices Dipped in 1/4 cup lemon juice and 2 cups water. 1/4" (6 mm) slices Dipped in 1/4 cup lemon juice and 2 cups water. 1/4" (6 mm) slices Wash and towel dry. For fresh cherries, remove pits 1/4" (6 mm) slices 11 - 15 11 - 15 10 - 15 12 - 16 Pineapple rings, canned Pineapple rings, fresh Strawberries Towel dried Towel dried Wash and towel dry. Sliced 1/2" (12 mm) thick, skin (outside) down on rack 9 - 13 8 - 12 12 - 17 Slightly pliable Slightly pliable Pliable, leathery, chewy Skins are dry and brittle, fruit is slightly moist Soft and pliable Soft and pliable Dry and brittle Vegetables Peppers Mushrooms Tomatoes Wash and towel dry. Remove membrane of peppers, coursely chopped about 1" pieces Wash and towel dry. Cut off stem end. Cut into 1/8" (3 mm) slices Wash and towel dry. Cut thin slices, 1/8" (3 mm) thick, drain well 15 - 17 7 - 12 15 - 20 Leathery with no moisture inside Tough and leathery, dry Dry, brick red color Herbs Oregano, Sage, Parsley, Thyme, Fennel Basil Rinse and dry with paper towel Dry at 100°F (38°C), 4 - 6 hours Use basil leaves 3 to 4 inches (7.5 to 10 cm) Dry at 100°F from the top. Spray with water, shake off (38°C), 4 - 6 moisture and pat dry hours Crisp and brittle Crisp and brittle 12