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Oven: how are the racks placed to adapt them to the way of cooking?

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Most baking and cupcake recipes call for this rack. With the heat developing gradually, there is no risk of having completely charred dishes compared to the top of the oven.

If you need to use two racks at the same time, install them in the upper and lower thirds of the oven. To cook halfway through, rotate the pans and replace them to ensure even cooking. It is a very useful technique, especially for baking cakes.

Finally, use the bottom rack to brown the sides of bread or grill vegetables.

Some ideas for using each oven rack

The top rack is perfect for browning lasagna cheese. This results in a layer with a golden and crunchy texture. You can also do the same with potato gratins, which are covered with a good layer of cheese.

If you are preparing roast chicken, use the center rack for even cooking. You will get a well-cooked chicken, with tender meat that melts in your mouth.

The lower rack is ideal for thin crust pizzas, so that the base is fully cooked.

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