Whirlpool KDRP407HSS Use and Care Guide - Page 11

GRIDDLE CHART The settings and times are guidelines only and may need to be adjusted for individual tastes. FOOD SETTING COOK TIME TOTAL MINUTES Sausage Patties 325°F (163°C) and Links 12-18 Bacon Slices 350°F (177°C) 7-11 Ham Steaks 325°F (163°C) 5-7 (fully cooked) Ground Meat Patties 350°F (177°C) 10-15 Frankfurters and 325°F (163°C) Pre-cooked Sausages 8-15 Fish Steaks, Fillets 325°F (163°C) 8-15 Eggs 300°F (149°C) 3-5 Hash Brown Potatoes 400°F to 425°F (204°C to 218°C) 8-12 French Toast 350°F (177°C) 5-7 Pancakes 350°F (177°C) 2-4 Grilled 325°F (163°C) 3-5 Sandwiches Home Canning When canning for long periods, alternate the use of surface cooking areas, elements or surface burners between batches. This allows time for the most recently used areas to cool. s Center the canner on the grate or largest surface cooking area or element. Canners should not extend more than 1 in. (2.5 cm) outside the cooking area. s Do not place canner on two surface cooking areas, elements or surface burners at the same time. s For more information, contact your local U.S. Government Agricultural Department Extension Office. In Canada, contact Agriculture Canada. Companies that manufacture home canning products can also offer assistance. Cookware IMPORTANT: Never leave empty cookware on a hot surface cooking area, element or surface burner. Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides, a wellfitting lid and the material should be of medium-to-heavy thickness. Rough finishes may scratch the cooktop. Aluminum and copper may be used as a core or base in cookware. However, when used as a base it can leave permanent marks on the cooktop or grates. Cookware material is a factor in how quickly and evenly heat is transferred, which affects cooking results. A nonstick finish has the same characteristics as its base material. For example, aluminum cookware with a nonstick finish will take on the properties of aluminum. Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material characteristics. COOKWARE CHARACTERISTICS Aluminum s Heats quickly and evenly. s Suitable for all types of cooking. s Medium or heavy thickness is best for most cooking tasks. Cast iron s Heats slowly and evenly. s Good for browning and frying. s Maintains heat for slow cooking. Ceramic or Ceramic glass s Follow manufacturer's instructions. s Heats slowly, but unevenly. s Ideal results on low to medium heat settings. Copper s Heats very quickly and evenly. Earthenware s Follow manufacturer's instructions. s Use on low heat settings. Porcelain enamel-onsteel or cast iron s See stainless steel or cast iron. Stainless steel s Heats quickly, but unevenly. s A core or base of aluminum or copper on stainless steel provides even heating. 11