How is it for baking potatoes? Or a small pan of muffins? (My mom is 81, lives alone and needs something small she can use for her small meals)
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I just finished baking 2 potatoes for dinner, they were cooked perfectly. I have broiled fish, shrimp & scallops in it, Fantastic. I cook chicken, pork and just about everything I cook in my large oven. It toasts bread and bagels perfectly. It is just the right size for a person cooking small meals. 5 stars!
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I haven't tried using for anything of sort, and I'm still figuring out the settings. But I wouldn't think it's best one for more intricate stuff, and the space is pretty limited. So it may pay off for you to invest in smtg bigger and better. I'm mainly using it for toast so i figured smtg basic would do. Hope this helps some...
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I have just started using it myself. Heats up leftovers well and quickly. I'm not sur how it would do with a potatoe. Might be best to micro those.
74415
Never tried baking potatoes in it but I guess you could. The dials could be confusing for toasting or baking but I haven't found any other units that are better for this price range.
1784627
I only use it for toast, baked potatoes and sautéing veggies. Is it good for my skin too? Recipe for soap anyone? Sounds like something I would try if I had a recipe.
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It's pretty good. But I've only made mashed potatoes and a couple of cheesecakes. It did well with the cream cheese that wasn't fully at room temp and that was kind of stiff. And the retractable cord is awesome. It needs help retracting a little, but its great for storage.
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I love the pan because it is very heavy metal. Not cheap stuff. I would think banana bread would be good if you want it square. I like mine in a bundt pan that has a little shape. I used it for an oversides pound cake.Hope this helps.Donna
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I use a small toaster oven, enough for 2 shells. Use the recommend time and heat, and they were good.
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I baked up to 5 potatoes, they were perfect with great crispy skin. Bake at 350 for about an hour, check by squeezing to be sure they are done so they are fluffy inside be sure to fork them when you take them out so they don't get soggy. You can easily add extra time depending on the number of potatoes. Like all baking it is trial and experience
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I liked the small size and the price. It has worked really well for me-I make enough for two meals-one for one night and then put the pan in the refrigerator. I had an initial problem with boilovers but I made too much at one time. It's perfect and I use it on a near daily basis.
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I have this and love it for reheating pizza, rolls, and things like that...any food that is extremely messy or greasy or could drip thru holes would probably not be a good idea. I usually use the baking pan with a mini rack for things that have the potential to drip on the heating element.
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It takes the sane amount if batter as a 2 layer 9" cake. I don't know demensions - I didn't use it this year I used my Nordic acorn pan for corn muffins. Just make sure you never fill any pan more than 3/4 full.
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Most of my dinner preparations are for two and I use my Cuisinart quite a bit. I love it because it is so versatile. I've braised, fried, baked, and sautéed and it works great.
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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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I imagine you could cook without the pans, like you could make pizzas and grilled cheese sandwiches. You just can't do mini muffins or anything like that. Check Goodwill for pans, I found a bunch there.
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I'm about to order my third pan in 5 years. The previous two I had lasted approx. 2 years each. I love the smaller size which fits in my toaster oven for baking smaller portions of foods which I don't need to put in a large oven and I use mine a couple of times a week. My previous pans rusted and the non-stick coating cracked but maybe that is because I put the pan in the dishwasher. I suggest to use a non-stick spray at all times because the surface is not like a teflon fry pan. The rack is also nice for roasting a small roast. It won't last a lifetime but for the price I recommend it.
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I have not used my oven very much. We have yet to move into our cabin. I would not ordinarily bake a lasagna or cake in this oven. I prefer using my regular stove oven. I would try muffins and I do cook fish toaster ovens. We did try toasting four sliced of bread and English muffins and it did a good job. I think we will be happy with our purchase.
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Works great on potatoes, did 40 pounds for a funeral dinner and they were great. There are some little shreds that happen but it just made the roaster of scalloped potatoes better. Yummo
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I think these little forms work well for individual servings. They might be a bit larger than a jumbo muffin, but they do make the sweetest gifts and one serving cakes. I use my banana bread and other quick bread recipes in this pan. I am sure a wonderful muffin recipe would work well and look beautiful on a nice tray or pretty serving platter. I've wrapped my little breads and cakes in pretty papers for gifts. The uses are endless. I actually used this pan for individual stuffing servings too. Just spray with Pam, fill and bake. Easy clean up on this pan too. Just soak in warm soapy water and use a soft brush to clean. Works very well. I think these little forms work well for individual servings. They might be a bit larger than a jumbo muffin, but they do make the sweetest gifts and one serving cakes. I use my banana bread and other quick bread recipes in this pan. I am sure a wonderful muffin recipe would work well and look beautiful on a nice tray or pretty serving platter. I've wrapped my little breads and cakes in pretty papers for gifts. The uses are endless. I actually used this pan for individual stuffing servings too. Just spray with Pam, fill and bake. Easy clean up on this pan too. Just soak in warm soapy water... » Read More I think these little forms work well for individual servings. They might be a bit larger than a jumbo muffin, but they do make the sweetest gifts and one serving cakes. I use my banana bread and other quick bread recipes in this pan. I am sure a wonderful muffin recipe would work well and look beautiful on a nice tray or pretty serving platter. I've wrapped my little breads and cakes in pretty papers for gifts. The uses are endless. I actually used this pan for individual stuffing servings too. Just spray with Pam, fill and bake. Easy clean up on this pan too. Just soak in warm soapy water and use a soft brush to clean. Works very well. « Show Less
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I agree with Maureen M's answer. We use ours a lot and really like it. Our microwave has a baked potato setting but I usually need to add a minute or 2 of time - depending upon the size and # of potatoes.