Dacor Range Cooking User Manual

Epicure Range Cooking Guide14923_Dacor 10/31/06 4:41 PM Page 1

6Multi-Rack Baking Tips1. Always use the Pure Convection™ mode unless otherwise stated. Center the pans on the rack for best baking results.2.

Roasting Tips71. Convert conventional roast recipes to Convection recipes by reducing the temperature 25° and the cooking time by 10-15%. 2. It is rec

8Holiday Roasting TipsTThe following are a few tips that might come in handy during the holidays. As a good rule of thumb, plan on serving 1 pound of

Other helpful Roasting Tips91. Spray roasting rack and roasting pan with nonstick cooking spray. This will make cleaning up easier.2. Rinse the turkey

Broiling is a quick and flavorful way to prepare many foods. In broiling, the heat source radiates from above in the oven cell to cook foodswith a dry

ER30/ER48 Companion Oven Notes11The ER48 includes a companion oven- which is a fully featured, self- cleaning oven. Following are a notes about cookin

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BAKED ITEMTYPE OF PREPARATIONTYPE OFPAN(S)RECOMMENDEDMODESTEMP.APPROX. TIMEANGEL FOOD CAKE boxed or homemade 10” tube pan Pure Conv 350˚ 30-35 minAU G

BAKED ITEMTYPE OF PREPARATIONTYPE OFPAN(S)RECOMMENDEDMODESTEMP.APPROX. TIMECORNBREAD boxed or homemade8”x8” metal or glass panConv Bake 375˚ 25-30 min

BAKED ITEMTYPE OF PREPARATIONTYPE OFPAN(S)RECOMMENDEDMODESTEMP.APPROX. TIMEPOTATOES, ROASTED 1” pieces, homemade9”x13” glass or metal baking panPure C

Sizzling, delicious, restaurant-style flavor right out of your own range! Your new Dacor range offers the best ofeverything--an easy-to-control gas co

FOOD ITEMPAN SIZE &TYPENO. OFPANSBEST RACKMODERACKCONVTEMP.(F)CONV TIME (MIN)12” ROUND FROZEN PIZZA cookie sheet 2Conv Bake(rotate halfwaythrough)

ROASTED ITEM SIZERECOMMENDEDPANMODE TEMPAPPXTIMEMINI SAFETEMP*POULTRYCHICKEN 3-4 LB. FLYER 2-3 lbs.roasting pan with v-shaped rackPure Conv 350˚45-50m

ROASTED ITEM SIZERECOMMENDEDPANMODE TEMPAPPXTIMEMINI SAFETEMP*STANDING RIB ROAST 7-8 lbsroasting pan with v-shaped rackPure Conv 325˚1 1/2-2 hrs145STA

ROASTED ITEM SIZERECOMMENDEDPANMODE TEMPAPPXTIMEBELL PEPPPERS 4 each rimmed cookie sheet Conv Roast 400˚ 20-25 minBROCCOLI 1 lb. rimmed cookie sheet C

FOOD SIZEPANTYPERACKPOSITIONMODE TEMP.APPROX. TIMEBACON, SLICED1/2 lb-about 8rimmed cookie sheet4 Conv Bake 500˚2-3 minper sideBEEF FLANK STEAK 3-4 oz

Appetizers and Side Dish Recipes14923_Dacor 10/31/06 4:41 PM Page 25

RECIPES22Balsamic Roasted Potatoes and VegetablesWasabi Crab Appetizers1 frozen puff pastry sheet, thawedNonstick cooking spray1 large egg, slightly b

Mini Meatballs in Saffron Sauce8 ounces ground pork8 ounces ground veal or beef1/4 cup chopped flat leaf parsley2 garlic cloves, minced1 large egg, be

RECIPES24Pork Satay Skewers with Hot & Sweet Sauce2 Tablespoons minced onions3 Tablespoons vegetable oil2 Tablespoons oyster sauce2 Tablespoons se

Soups and Salads14923_Dacor 10/31/06 4:41 PM Page 29

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26RECIPESButternut Squash Soup1 onion, thinly sliced1 butternut squash, cut in half, lengthwise, and scoop out pulp, reserving seeds (about 2-2 1/2 po

27RECIPESCgreen Minestrone4 slices bacon, chopped1 onion, chopped1 carrot, cut into 1/2“ rounds1 celery rib, small diced2 zucchini, cut in half lengt

RECIPES28Roasted Pear Salad with Baby Greens, Blue Cheese and Roasted Walnuts2 pears, peeled, halved and cored2 Tablespoons honey1 Tablespoon vegetabl

Breads14923_Dacor 10/31/06 4:41 PM Page 33

RECIPES30Apple Bran Muffins1 Tablespoon unsalted butter2 cups chopped granny smith apple (peeled, seeded & coarsely diced)1 cup all purpose flour1

31RECIPESApricot Coffee Cake2 1/2 cups all purpose flour1 1/2 cups packed light brown sugar1/2 teaspoon salt2/3 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into cub

RECIPES32Banana Macadamia Nut Bread1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened1 cup granulated sugar3 ripe bananas, peeled2 large eggs1/4 cup milk1 teaspoon van

RECIPES33Cranberry Oatmeal Scones1 3/4 cup all purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder3/4 cup oatmeal3 Tablespoons plus 1 Tablespoon superfine or gran

RECIPES34Buttertop White Bread Loaves2 packages active dry yeast1/2 cup lukewarm water (95-100°)2 1/2 cups buttermilk, warmed (95-100°)1/4 cup granula

MAIN DISHES14923_Dacor 10/31/06 4:41 PM Page 39

Main EntreesBlack Pepper-Crusted New York Strip Steaks with Béarnaise Sauce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36Chicken

36RECIPES1 cup fresh goat cheese (about 4 ounces)2 Tablespoons fresh basil, chopped2 Tablespoons Italian parsley, chopped4 oil-packed jarred sundried

RECIPES37Chilean Seabass with Tropical Fruit Salsa4 Chilean sea bass fillets, about 4 ounces each2 Tablespoons unsalted butterSalt and pepper, to tast

RECIPES38Pure Convectiontmroasted turkey15-25 lb. fresh turkey3/4 cup olive oil2 Tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary, plus 2 whole sprigs 1 Tablespoon

RECIPES39Roasted Vegetable strudelwith Red Pepper Sauce1 zucchini, large diced1 small eggplant, large diced2 portabella mushrooms, small diced3 garlic

RECIPES40Roasted Vegetable and Four Cheese PizzaDough:1 1/4 cups warm water1 Tablespoon active dry yeast1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar1 Tablespoon oliv

2-rib tied prime beef rib roast (from small end; about 4 1/2 pound trimmed)1 Tablespoon olive oilSalt and pepper, to taste For vegetables2 Tablespoons

Chicken Pot Pie1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed1 Tablespoon unsalted butter1 cup celery, small diced1/3 cup onions, minced1 cup white wine2 Tablespo

RECIPES43Spinach Souffle with Shallots and Smoked Cheddar2 1/2 cups whole milk6 Tablespoons unsalted butter, divided1/4 cup all purpose flour4 large e

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TO SET THE CLOCK:• Press CLOCK on control panel.• Enter time using keypad numbers to set time. Press Start. TO COOK IN BAKE, PURE CONVECTIONTM, CO

Toffee Crunch Cookies2 cups all purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, softened3/4 cup granulated sugarIn

RECIPESPeach and Pistachio TartFilling1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese1/2 cup granulated sugar1 Tablespoon lemon juice2 teaspoon grated lemon zest1 cu

Double Crusted Peach and Blueberry Pie3 1/2 cups all purpose flour2 teaspoons salt1 Tablespoon granulated sugar2 cups unsalted butter, cut into cubes6

Pumpkin Spice Sheet Cake with Cream Cheese FrostingRECIPES2 1/2 cup all purpose flour2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground c

Port-Glazed Strawberry CheesecakeRECIPES1 quart strawberries, hulled and sliced1/4 cup granulated sugar1/4 cup portFor Crust:70 Vanilla wafers (8 1/2

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RECIPESBACON-WRAPPED BEEF TENDERLOIN & HERB STUFFING5 garlic cloves, chopped2 Tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley1 Tablespoon chopped fresh thym

RECIPESPECAN SABLES1 1/4 cups all purpose flour1 cup finely chopped toasted pecans1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/8 teaspoon salt1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalte

Baked Rigatoni with Sausage and MushroomsRoasted Cherry Tomato & Fresh Herb Foccaccia Roasted Fennel, Green Beans and Shallots Rich Chocolate Tart

RECIPESROASTED FENNEL, GREEN BEANS AND SHALLOTS2 large fresh fennel bulbs, trimmed and cut into 1/2 inch strips3/4 pound shallots, peeled, quartered2

PURE CONVECTIONTMThis mode uses the third element and convection fan only. It is best for light colored and delicate baked goods. Lower the oven tempe

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PROBLEMPOSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDYCOOKIES AND BISCUITS BURNED AT THE BOTTOMOven door opened too oftenDark, absorbent pan was usedIncorrect rack position bei

58PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDYCOOKIES ARE TOO CHEWY Too much eggHigh sugar and liquid, but low fat contentOvermixedDecrease egg contentIncrease fat c

3 teaspoons = 1 Tablespoon 1 Tablespoon = 1/2 fluid ounce4 Tablespoons = 1/4 cup 1 cup = 8 fluid ounces5 1/3 Tablespoons = 1/3 cup 1 cup = 1/2 pint8 T

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Dacor’s Pure Convection™, simply the very best convection system available today, it is a total approach to cooking.Use this cooking mode when prepari

1. In all ovens, oven rack positions count up from the bottom, rack 1 is the bottom; rack 5 is the top. Adjust rack positions beforeyou preheat the ov

Baking Tips518. To check an egg-leavened cake’s doneness (angel food, chiffon, sponge, etc) press gently with your finger in the center or in a fold