Toaster Oven Reviews and Buying Guide

So, you are interested in a new Toaster Oven? Welcome to the family of millions who have or are adding this small, versatile energy efficient appliance into your food preparation arsenal. The variations of toaster ovens that are available are vast, which is great because it gives everybody the ability to buy the oven that is just right for their needs. The first thing you need to decide is whether you want a specialty toaster oven such a rotisserie or an infrared oven or want to stay with a more conventional approach so you have more overall flexibility. A conventional toaster oven is a great overall, multifunction solution. They are terrific for a single person up to a small family for baking, boiling and grilling. They can be a convenient, energy efficient addition to your kitchen. They can combine the functionality of a few appliances such as a toaster, a pizza oven and an energy efficient oven into one convenient countertop piece. Some of the smaller, more economical ovens are great for a couple pieces of toast and for small cooking jobs such as hot dogs and snack foods or prepackaged single serving dishes. The larger ovens can accommodate a full size chicken or frozen Pizza. The more expensive units have electronic cook timers and temperature displays, better insulation and enhanced safety features in addition to also being a convection oven, which can really make a difference in the quality of your baking. Also if you are looking to go a little more green and at the same time reduce your electric bill, these counter top ovens perform as well as your full size oven using a lot less power.

Below are some of the types of cooking you can do with a toaster oven and an explanation of each.

Conventional is your basic electric heating element like the one in the bottom of your full size oven. This covers most toaster ovens as their basic functionality (other than Infrared).

Broiling is a common option which is very similar to the broiler element in your full size oven and is great for broiling steaks and fish. It browns nicely and also is healthier because the fat drains away.

Convection is an option to a conventional oven that circulates the hot air for even heating.

Infrared ovens work by electromagnetic radiation. Electrical energy is converted to light energy, most of which is in a spectrum that we cannot see. This light energy is transmitted directly into your food unlike a conventional oven that heats air that cooks your meal. That is why an infrared oven is more efficient than a conventional oven. It is a safe and efficient oven that can use 30 to 40% less energy to cook your food with the benefit of a very juicy locked-in flavor rather than a tough dried out meal.

Rotisserie cooking can create some great meals and make you a hit with your family and friends. You can create broasted chicken just like at the deli right in your home for a fraction of the cost. There are a couple variations of rotisserie ovens. Some larger standard-looking toaster ovens have the capability to remove the rack and be used as a rotisserie toaster oven. Others are designed specifically for this purpose, using a rotisserie wheel similar to a carousel. Some have vertical wheels and some have horizontal wheels. These are great for broasted chicken and rotisserie foods, but are specially made to rotisserie cook and not suited for replacing a conventional toaster oven.

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