YOUR RECIPE FOR CONVECTION COOKING!

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When the Apricot and Pistachio tart is baked in the Convection Bake mode the crust bakes through perfectly and the fruit caramelizes while remaining juicy and delicious

Chicken Meatballs with Miso and Ginger and Roasted Green Beans with Spicy Tofu are two simple zesty recipes.

Some finely minced garlic and fresh ginger add a lot of flavor to these easy-to-prepare Asian pork meatballs that bake in 20 minutes in a convection oven

Slow cooking barbecue chicken pieces in your Convection or Steam oven and finishing the cooking on the grill renders evenly cooked, flavorful, and juicy with just the right amount of sear.

In this recipe this chicken soaks in a spicy buttermilk brine for 6 hours or overnight, it is then dredged in flour and set aside to rest before being baked in a convection oven.

Convection is ideal for heating ham since the heat penetrates the food from the edge to the center, therefore it is less drying. However if the ham is uncovered, basting it every 40 minutes or so will give better results.

Prepare this Baked Mahi Mahi meal with Roasted Vegetables in your convection oven. The key is the timing of the dishes and of course your convection oven

It's easy to cook a complete meal in Convection with outstanding results however, planning is key. Follow these tips for success.

Baking stuffed peppers with farro, chickpeas and chard in Convection ensures the stuffing doesn't dry out during the baking, resulting in great flavor and texture

I begin the stuffed pork chops with a sear on the cooktop and a slow finish in the oven. It will yield not only incredibly flavorful pork chops, but they will be juicy and tender.

Chicken baked in Convection with rosemary, tomatoes, peppers, and mushrooms with a Balsamic glaze together with a dish of oven polenta or risotto is a delicious Convection meal.

A warm cobbler with berry and peach is one of the easiest desserts to make. The preparation is very simple and it can be baked at the same time as other foods being cooked in Convection.

The Convection Bake mode is the ideal mode for baking this delicious pie to achieve a golden flaky crust and juicy filling. If using fresh blueberries, spread them onto a rimmed baking sheet and freeze prior to using.

It can get any easier than preparing crispy braised duck legs and oven polenta. Goodbye to cooking polenta on stove!

It only takes 10 - 12 minutes for the initial cooking stage for the Short Ribs before they go into the oven for a good 2 hours so obviously get those done first even a day in advance.

Oven Baked Breakfast Potatoes with Breakfast Sausage is perfect meal for brunch. You can cook in multiple racks in convection!

As you become comfortable with your oven cooking modes a Broiled Cod with Miso Soy Glaze is easy to prepare. Moisture and flavor are king in this recipe!

This spicy subtly sweet smear makes a terrific easy sauce for a broiled salmon with honey mustard glaze, served with steamed vegetables. A quick and easy meal

For best results when broiling steak season with salt immediately prior to cooking. For thinner cuts like the T Bone season immediately before works well

In this meal the spice infused softened butter is spread under the chicken skin prior to cooking then the chicken is cooked for 15 minutes in Convection Mode at 400 degrees, then lowered it to 350

The smooth exterior of butternut squash makes it one of the easiest hard squash to work with. In this recipe, the flesh is scooped out, diced, and combined with red quinoa, kale, and mushrooms to make the stuffing.

This Chocolate Caramel Apple pie is my go to apple pie recipe. The combination of the caramel sauce and streusel topping is fabulous, and baking the pie in Convection gives texture to the apples.

Carrot Apple muffins with pecan and coconut are great snack. Because they are made with vegetable oil they keep well in an airtight container or can be frozen.

This delicious Mac and Cheese Cauliflower casserole is perhaps the most popular comfort food. It incorporates some steamed cauliflower but you could also substitute broccoli if you prefer.

Convection Bake is the ideal mode when baking Italian Cheese Bread with Mozzarella. You will have a light crisp perfectly baked crust

Convection Bake Tomato Tart with Mozzarella and Pesto

Traditional Bake Mode and Convection Bake Mode

A savory tart with a cheesy custard and a swirl of pesto is a great way to enjoy an abundance of fresh tomatoes. For best results, slice the tomatoes and set them aside in a colander for about 30 minutes to allow the excess juices to drain. If you are not comfortable making the pastry a store bought crust will suffice it should still be baked blind to ensure the crust cooks through. Use the regular Bake mode with the oven rack set in the lower third of the oven to bake the pastry crust and use the Convection Bake mode to bake the tart.

Ingredients

Pastry

1 ½ cups all purpose flour

1 stick very cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes

¼ tsp of Kosher salt

¼ cup ice cold water

Tart Ingredients

1 ⅕ lbs heirloom tomatoes cut into ½ “ slices

1 cup grated mozzarella or combination mozzarella and Parmesan cheese

3 large eggs

⅓ cup heavy cream or ½ and ½

¼ cup pesto sauce

Preparation

Combine the flour, butter, and salt in a medium sized bowl. Blend with a pastry cutter or pulse in the bowl of a food processor. Add the water in a stream while continuing to mix until the pastry comes together in a ball. Remove from the bowl and roll it into an 8” disc on a lightly floured surface. Wrap tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for an hour.

Heat the oven in the Bake mode 375 degrees.

Roll the chilled dough out to a 9” circle and press into an 8” tart pan with a removable base or into a shallow pie dish. Trim any excess dough and prick the base of the tart all over with a fork.

Place a circle of parchment over the dough and weigh it down with pastry weights or dried beans. Place in the oven and bake for 20 minutes. Set aside to cool before using.

Tart

Heat the oven in the Convection Bake Mode 350 degrees.

Slice the tomatoes and place in a colander to drain the excess liquid.

Sprinkle the cheese over the base of the pre-baked tart shell. Combine the eggs with the cream and a pinch of sea salt and freshly ground pepper, pour into the tart and swirl in the pesto. Arrange the sliced tomatoes over the top and bake the tart for 30 - 35 minutes until the custard has set.