Time for a New Oven?

If your oven is working overtime, now may be an ideal time to consider an upgrade. New technologies offer options for everyone -- and every budget.

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Laura Doss

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These features are well worth considering when upgrading to a new oven.

•Convection cooking: This method uses a fan or multiple fans that circulate hot air throughout the oven, reducing cooking time and hot spots. There are two types: those with heating elements on top and bottom, and those with a concealed rear heating element.

Quick tip: The hot circulated air in a convection oven cooks foods faster than conventional radiant heat. Check foods 10 to 15 minutes sooner than you would in a regular oven. Most higher-end convection ovens have preprogrammed options to make the necessary time and temperature calculations for you.

• Halogen lighting: Bright halogen bulbs illuminate the oven’s interior more clearly, giving the cook a better view of foods.

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