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Your new oven is finally in the cavity and you can't wait to try your heirloom recipes? Before you do, there are a few things you can do to ensure perfect results. After all, ovens, especially ones from Bosch, are long lasting appliances and it may have been some time since you had a new one.
Step-by-step oven prep.
Think of your new oven as a nice cut of meat. It has lots of potential but needs to be cleaned and cooked before it’s ready. We’ll guide you through how to get it – and keep it – primped and primed for perfection.
Wipe right on oven cleaning.
Fresh from the factory, your oven is not yet food friendly. The inside of your appliance needs to be wiped to remove the protective oil coating used in the manufacturing process and any other chemicals. Racks, trays and pans should also be washed thoroughly with soapy water and a dish cloth or soft brush. Finally, heat up the empty appliance to burn off any chemical residues and get rid of the new oven smell. Refer to your manual for detailed instructions on this process.
Cleanliness is next to yumminess.
A little care keeps your oven in good repair. Cleaning spills and splashes once the cavity has cooled prevents them getting baked on or becoming a fire hazard. Plus, a spotless oven is an efficient oven because it can distribute heat for more even baking. Besides, no one wants today’s cake to have a whiff of last night’s roast or curry about it. Keep the following points in mind when tackling grease or grime and consult your manual for tips on cleaning your specific model.
- Avoid harsh chemicals and only use recommended detergents and utensils.
- Never use abrasive sponges on ovens with the EcoClean function, as this can damage the coating.
Best cooking form? Follows oven function.
New tech, new tricks. That means you may find slight differences in favourite old heating functions or have new ones, such as PerfectBake, PerfectRoast meat probe, Added Steam or AutoPilot, to explore. As a result, things you may have struggled with in the past will now come out perfect every time. To help you get the most out of your new oven, we break down the basic heat settings and what they’re best for.
