{"id":165,"date":"2017-12-15T02:56:37","date_gmt":"2017-12-15T02:56:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uakc.net\/blog\/?p=165"},"modified":"2018-06-21T02:33:16","modified_gmt":"2018-06-21T02:33:16","slug":"4-kitchen-appliance-tips-holidays","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uakc.net\/blog\/4-kitchen-appliance-tips-holidays\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Kitchen Appliance Tips For The Holidays"},"content":{"rendered":"

Your kitchen is a hub of activity throughout the year, but this is particularly true during the holiday season. If you plan on hosting a holiday gathering, you\u2019ll definitely want to get the most out of your premium kitchen appliances<\/a>, and there are plenty of small tips and tricks you can employ to ensure your kitchen runs smoothly.<\/p>\n

To help, we\u2019ve compiled some suggestions for kitchen appliance use this holiday season.<\/p>\n

1. Do Not Self-Clean Your Oven Before Holiday Cooking<\/h2>\n

The self-cleaning feature on your oven is intended to make cleaning easy, but if used right before you begin cooking for the holidays, it could cause a major disaster.<\/p>\n

Many homeowners do not use their oven\u2019s self-clean option frequently, and if you use this feature right before a big event, you risk causing an oven malfunction that can seriously damage your appliance. If your oven\u2019s self-cleaning feature isn\u2019t used at least every six months, you run the risk of damaging the appliance when it is activated.<\/p>\n

You should also avoid using chemical oven cleaners right before holiday cooking. These products can be effective, though they often leave a layer of chemical residue that needs to be burned off before heavy oven use. This residue can be cooked into your holiday dishes, creating a foul taste while providing a health risk to your holiday guests.<\/p>\n

\u00a02.\u00a0Use Your Oven\u2019s Convection Settings<\/h2>\n

Many homeowners have a convection oven, though they are unsure of how to properly use its convection setting. Your unit\u2019s convection option helps it cook food faster and more evenly, and is generally better for browning dishes \u2014 making it a great choice for a host of holiday favorites.<\/p>\n

If you want to take advantage of this feature, be sure to reference your appliance\u2019s owner\u2019s manual for instructions. In general, you should try to follow these basic rules on how to use a convection oven<\/a>:<\/p>\n