Baking

Why is baking so essential?

Versatile and precise, oven cooking allows you to roast, brown, simmer, or cook at low temperatures. It provides even cooking that respects the ingredients while developing their flavors. It's also a healthy method that limits the addition of fat, making it ideal for enhancing meats, fish, vegetables, and desserts without altering their nutritional qualities.

The essential accessories for successful cooking

• Ceramic or glass dishes: Perfect for gratins, lasagnas and roasts, they ensure gentle and gradual cooking while retaining heat.
• Silicone or metal molds: Essential for baking, they guarantee easy removal and even cooking of cakes, tarts and madeleines.
• Perforated grills and baking trays: Ideal for baking bread and pizzas, they allow good air circulation for a crispy crust.
• Baking paper and silicone mat: To prevent your preparations from sticking while making cleaning easier.

The different oven cooking techniques

• Fan-assisted heat: Perfect for cooking several dishes at the same time, it distributes heat evenly and reduces cooking time.
• Traditional cooking: Ideal for dishes requiring gentle and gradual cooking, such as roasts or gratins.
• Low temperature cooking: Preserves the tenderness of meats and preserves the nutritional qualities of foods.
• Grill and convection cooking: Perfect for browning, gratinating or caramelizing, adding an irresistible crispy touch.

Maintenance and proper use of the oven

A well-maintained oven ensures precise and even cooking. Clean the interior regularly to prevent the buildup of grease and burnt-on residue that could alter the flavor of your dishes. Use accessories suitable for high temperatures to prevent premature deterioration. Finally, monitor cooking temperatures to avoid overcooking and achieve consistently perfect results.