How well does it broil a steak, cook pork chops, bake a macaroni & cheese casserole or a homemade lasagna, bake a potato, cook a self-rising dough pizza or make some shish kebob? Anyone tried it with these kind of dishes? I need a toaster oven that can replace a full size oven? Is it up to the task? How well does it broil a steak, cook pork chops, bake a macaroni & cheese casserole or a homemade lasagna, bake a potato, cook a self-rising dough pizza or make some shish kebob? Anyone tried... » Read More How well does it broil a steak, cook pork chops, bake a macaroni & cheese casserole or a homemade lasagna, bake a potato, cook a self-rising dough pizza or make some shish kebob? Anyone tried it with these kind of dishes? I need a toaster oven that can replace a full size oven? Is it up to the task? « Show Less
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It cleans off easily with my normal scrubber sponge. I wash it right after eating. It's stainless steel. If anything got stuck you could spray it with oven cleaner, but the tray underneath is harder to clean so I put non-stick aluminum foil down. Easy!
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So far I have only used it for broiling which it does quite well.It beeps when the set temp is reached. The settable timer beeps and the oven turns off.I would recommend it.
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Haven't tried broiling a steak, but it broiled shrimp quite well. You have to remember to leave the door ajar (there's a handy built-in detent for that purpose) to get a proper broiling action, same as you would with a full-size oven.
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I broiled a bone-in ribeye to perfection, and convection baked enchiladas in mine successfully. I havent had it long enough to try everything, but nothing has turned out poorly yet.
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This depends on the size of you pan or item. The oven works well. That said, my toaster over sized cookware does not fit in this oven. Moreover, the slats on the one rack (I called Waring to see if I could buy another) is insufficient. Things fall through. And the Pizza bump is ok, but only if you have the exact sized or smaller pizza. It is a good oven, but look carefully at the specs.
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There are just two of us in our house and we cook a lot. I use it everyday for all kinds of meals. I only use my big oven when we have company, or to roast a chicken or large casserole.
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I'm sorry Sheila, I really wish I had as experience as you seem to have had, cooking for a family seems impossible since it cooks small amounts of food at a time. I found nothing juicy, tender nor crispy with the food and believe I tried various foods and temperatures before I returned it. I still feel its total waste of money a convection counter oven does a wonderful job, fast, juicy, crispy food in half the time of a regular oven and cooking spray still offers grease feel food. And takes up less space without all the clear up!
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I have made pizza dough and bread with great results. I suppose it all depends on the receipe you use. My suggestion would be to visit their website or better yet call and ask them specifically. Sorry I couldn't be of more help.
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yes...at least 2 (and if i get up and go to the kitchen i could see if there are 3 but i doubt it.the low rack position is good for taller items (to bake potatoes, depending on size). one thingthat i do, is on the regular rack position, i put a piece of aluminum foil on top of rolls and thingsthat can get a little burned, when using the bake setting.....it must be that the upper element isto close to the food that is in there for long enough to bake. i really like this toaster oven as this is my 2nd one to buy (had to leave the 1st oneat my old residence) and i've tried other makes and models. yes...at least 2 (and if i get up and go to the kitchen i could see if there are 3 but i doubt it.the low rack position is good for taller items (to bake potatoes, depending on size). one thingthat i do, is on the regular rack position, i put a piece of aluminum foil on top of rolls and thingsthat can get a little burned, when using the bake setting.....it must be that the upper element isto close to the food that is in there for long enough to bake. i really like this toaster oven as this is my 2nd one to buy (had to leave the 1st oneat my old residence)... » Read More yes...at least 2 (and if i get up and go to the kitchen i could see if there are 3 but i doubt it.the low rack position is good for taller items (to bake potatoes, depending on size). one thingthat i do, is on the regular rack position, i put a piece of aluminum foil on top of rolls and thingsthat can get a little burned, when using the bake setting.....it must be that the upper element isto close to the food that is in there for long enough to bake. i really like this toaster oven as this is my 2nd one to buy (had to leave the 1st oneat my old residence) and i've tried other makes and models. « Show Less
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Sorry arol, I have as of yet to use my microhearth grill pan, would also like answers to a few questions myself, like hoe to cook steaks rare, also how to cook pork chops and burgers so if you or anyone else receives the answers to these questions I would appreciate you letting me know, Thanks
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Sorry, but we've never done baked potatoes in the toaster oven. We put them in the microwave. However, there is a "potato" setting button on the oven, so I presume if you use this, it will automatically bake the potato and shut itself off when the potato is done, as it does with the "toast" and "pizza" setting buttons. Hope this helps.
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You betcha!!!! I even bought a pizza stone for this oven. I tell you it's a great deal. I use it all the time. You can fit a 1/4 sheet pan in it. Happy pizza making!!!
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Hey Joan, anything that can be cooked in an oven can go into this if it fits. Because this cooks differently than conventional methods I would still want to keep an eye on it as it cooks. What I mean is, whatever you try you may have to tweak the cook time or temp each time until you get the hang of it. I cooked a frozen 3 1/2 lb chuck roast in just over an hour and it looked great, however when I cut it in half to check the doneness it was still medium rare. I cut it in thirds and another 10 minutes and it was perfect. Next time I'll know. Also, I cook everything with the extender ring installed. Hope that helps. Hey Joan, anything that can be cooked in an oven can go into this if it fits. Because this cooks differently than conventional methods I would still want to keep an eye on it as it cooks. What I mean is, whatever you try you may have to tweak the cook time or temp each time until you get the hang of it. I cooked a frozen 3 1/2 lb chuck roast in just over an hour and it looked great, however when I cut it in half to check the doneness it was still medium rare. I cut it in thirds and another 10 minutes and it was perfect. Next time I'll know. Also, I cook everything with the extender ring... » Read More Hey Joan, anything that can be cooked in an oven can go into this if it fits. Because this cooks differently than conventional methods I would still want to keep an eye on it as it cooks. What I mean is, whatever you try you may have to tweak the cook time or temp each time until you get the hang of it. I cooked a frozen 3 1/2 lb chuck roast in just over an hour and it looked great, however when I cut it in half to check the doneness it was still medium rare. I cut it in thirds and another 10 minutes and it was perfect. Next time I'll know. Also, I cook everything with the extender ring installed. Hope that helps. « Show Less
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I have never tried bread in this machine, but did try pizza and the crust did not cook as crisp as I would have liked. Meat will brown, especially if it is on the top rack and closer to the heat source. The best thing about this cooker is the pre-programmed settings, i.e. one for steaks, salmon, pork chops, etc. Most often, I put the food in, select a setting and when the cooker shuts itself off, the food is moist and cooked beautifully. I think they make a version without the pre-programmed settings, but for me, I love the convenience of pressing a button and letting the cooker do the work. I have had two of these cookers over the past few years and would definitely buy this model again. I have never tried bread in this machine, but did try pizza and the crust did not cook as crisp as I would have liked. Meat will brown, especially if it is on the top rack and closer to the heat source. The best thing about this cooker is the pre-programmed settings, i.e. one for steaks, salmon, pork chops, etc. Most often, I put the food in, select a setting and when the cooker shuts itself off, the food is moist and cooked beautifully. I think they make a version without the pre-programmed settings, but for me, I love the convenience of pressing a button and letting the cooker do the... » Read More I have never tried bread in this machine, but did try pizza and the crust did not cook as crisp as I would have liked. Meat will brown, especially if it is on the top rack and closer to the heat source. The best thing about this cooker is the pre-programmed settings, i.e. one for steaks, salmon, pork chops, etc. Most often, I put the food in, select a setting and when the cooker shuts itself off, the food is moist and cooked beautifully. I think they make a version without the pre-programmed settings, but for me, I love the convenience of pressing a button and letting the cooker do the work. I have had two of these cookers over the past few years and would definitely buy this model again. « Show Less
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I just started making Pizza's in the oven. I have made 12''. It looks like you can make 2 at the same time.I really like the oven.
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Lately I have been heating the pan in the oven under the broiler for a good 10 to 15 minutes and then putting a seasoned steak (or steaks if more than one will fit) on it and letting it broil a way between 4 to 6 minutes on one side (dependent on the size and thickness and personal preference of the eater) then flipping to the other side for the same amount of time. Pulling the pan with the steak(s) on it out - putting the steak(s) on a plate to let it rest for about 5 minutes. I heat the plates up just ahead of that in the microwave for a minute and a half. We much prefer the steaks done this way than on the top of the stove. Lately I have been heating the pan in the oven under the broiler for a good 10 to 15 minutes and then putting a seasoned steak (or steaks if more than one will fit) on it and letting it broil a way between 4 to 6 minutes on one side (dependent on the size and thickness and personal preference of the eater) then flipping to the other side for the same amount of time. Pulling the pan with the steak(s) on it out - putting the steak(s) on a plate to let it rest for about 5 minutes. I heat the plates up just ahead of that in the microwave for a minute and a half. We much prefer the steaks done... » Read More Lately I have been heating the pan in the oven under the broiler for a good 10 to 15 minutes and then putting a seasoned steak (or steaks if more than one will fit) on it and letting it broil a way between 4 to 6 minutes on one side (dependent on the size and thickness and personal preference of the eater) then flipping to the other side for the same amount of time. Pulling the pan with the steak(s) on it out - putting the steak(s) on a plate to let it rest for about 5 minutes. I heat the plates up just ahead of that in the microwave for a minute and a half. We much prefer the steaks done this way than on the top of the stove. « Show Less
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I haven't used the thing but my wife was quite impressed with it, she did cook a slab of ribs and they were delicious. It looks like you could comfortably cook a decent sized (family of 4or5) beef or pork roast.
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I made two sweet potatoes, and it worked very well. You need to follow the directions. I am pleased with the toaster oven.
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yes it can do bacon...it does fish chicken steaks...even roasted potatoes....I got it for my sister who is legally blind...she has problems using a regular oven as she can burn herself but this has kept her from that...she loves it....!!!! uses it daily....I also got her the microwave egg cooker..she can now boil eggs without being scared of using the stove...
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i M arlene, I hope your question pertains to the DeLonghi oven? I printed out the insructns from the almost unreadable book, as follows. (1) Program/ toast (2) Function Selector Knob / Bake (3))Thermostat Knob at Toast/Broil .Use wire rack when toasting, place rack in the #2 slot position. Good luck with your cooking Marlene, let me kno how it works out, Mary W
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There's a small recipe book with about 38 recipes that doesn't include any for fried potatoes so you'd have to experiment to see if you could get fries the way you like. I tried browning grated potatoes tossed with a small amount of oil and got minimal browning - less than I could easily get on the stove. I think garlic bread could be tricky as the garlic could easily burn in contact with the bottom of the pan. There is a recipe for a breakfast sandwich (like a McMuffin) that includes toasting buttered English muffins buttered side down. If your microwave's power isn't very close to 1000-1200 watts cooking times could be different. There's a small recipe book with about 38 recipes that doesn't include any for fried potatoes so you'd have to experiment to see if you could get fries the way you like. I tried browning grated potatoes tossed with a small amount of oil and got minimal browning - less than I could easily get on the stove. I think garlic bread could be tricky as the garlic could easily burn in contact with the bottom of the pan. There is a recipe for a breakfast sandwich (like a McMuffin) that includes toasting buttered English muffins buttered side down. If your microwave's power isn't very close to... » Read More There's a small recipe book with about 38 recipes that doesn't include any for fried potatoes so you'd have to experiment to see if you could get fries the way you like. I tried browning grated potatoes tossed with a small amount of oil and got minimal browning - less than I could easily get on the stove. I think garlic bread could be tricky as the garlic could easily burn in contact with the bottom of the pan. There is a recipe for a breakfast sandwich (like a McMuffin) that includes toasting buttered English muffins buttered side down. If your microwave's power isn't very close to 1000-1200 watts cooking times could be different. « Show Less
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Rochelle, Its the best toaster oven, period. This is our second. First lasted seven years with everyday use. If you have children they need to be aware of heating elements inside so their hands don't get burned. Oven top can get hot with extended use. We put a hand towel on top. Buy this oven you won't regret it.Bob