directions on how long &amp; temp to keep disk in oven or microwave to heat bear to get crackers crisper or warm bread.?? THANKS.
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I needed to know the same thing. By looking at the Brown Sugar Bear "Bun Warmer" description (same brand also sold on Amazon) I found instructions for heating in the oven. So I figured that would work for drying the Brown Sugar Bear to use for keeping my crackers crisp. I followed these instructions: "heat the bear in the oven @ 250 degrees for 10 minutes. Let it cool completely before placing it in a sealed container with the crackers, etc". It works like a charm! For keeping bread warm, heat the same way then immediately place the heated bear/s in the bottom of a lined serving basket or stoneware dish & place bread on top. I didn't find anything about this being microwave safe.
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When I preheat to bake, I usually set the temperature and wait a minute or 2 and then put it in. It usually works for me. Each toaster/oven is different. You will just have to try to see which will be best for your oven.
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I've had mine for years, and it's outlasted at least 3 different microwave ovens. I always set it for a minute a slice. Sometimes I even have to add a minute or two if I'm making a big batch. Sorry you got a lemon!
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Although I do not have a toaster oven, I have baked small serving pies in the oven using these mini pie dishes. In the oven, they are cooked (on a cookie sheet) at 350 degrees). Therefore, I suspect they could be put in a toaster oven at 350 degrees or less. I do not know about a higher temp. Keep in mind that they are really small....much smaller than I visualized. However, they are perfect for my husband's pies as one will last for 2 days. My friend made up 5 individual berry pies for my husband and then cooked all of them at the same time. She then froze 4 pies. They were defrosted and heated in the microwave as needed. Although I do not have a toaster oven, I have baked small serving pies in the oven using these mini pie dishes. In the oven, they are cooked (on a cookie sheet) at 350 degrees). Therefore, I suspect they could be put in a toaster oven at 350 degrees or less. I do not know about a higher temp. Keep in mind that they are really small....much smaller than I visualized. However, they are perfect for my husband's pies as one will last for 2 days. My friend made up 5 individual berry pies for my husband and then cooked all of them at the same time. She then froze 4 pies. They were defrosted and... » Read More Although I do not have a toaster oven, I have baked small serving pies in the oven using these mini pie dishes. In the oven, they are cooked (on a cookie sheet) at 350 degrees). Therefore, I suspect they could be put in a toaster oven at 350 degrees or less. I do not know about a higher temp. Keep in mind that they are really small....much smaller than I visualized. However, they are perfect for my husband's pies as one will last for 2 days. My friend made up 5 individual berry pies for my husband and then cooked all of them at the same time. She then froze 4 pies. They were defrosted and heated in the microwave as needed. « Show Less
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i use 350 temp, for baking my bread in both shiny and dark colored pans. and they always come out just fine. no complaints yet!!!!!
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The manual is totally inconsistent on this. At another point it says: "Do not toast breads thicker than 1 inch in the toasting slots. For extra thick bread slices, warm using the warming rack." So which is it, can you warm with the warming rack or not??
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put a paper towel on a small plate. Put about 1/4 to 1/3 cup chips on the paper towel. Microwave for two minutes. Let sit for a few minutes as they will be hot. If all the chips don't cook, you can put theuncooked chips back for another minute. Put the cooked chips in a plastic bag to keep them fresh. As for baking them in the oven, I have never tried that. However, the chips will go stale after a couple of days, so you don't want to cook too many at once if they will not be eaten right away. They are delicious!
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Hmmm....good question...possibly. I don't have this roaster anymore but here's what I think - Put some water in the roaster, put the bread dough in a container that will fit in the roaster and turn it on low, keep an eye on the temp and turn off when the temp comes up some. With the lid on it should retain heat for awhile and then if necessary give it a few more quick heating sessions on low. I think it might work quite well for dough rising if you experiment a bit. I used to have that problem in the winter too - the house ran cool, and I didn't have a gas stove where you could let the pilot light keep it gently warmed in the oven. If that is your situation too this might just be the answer. Hmmm....good question...possibly. I don't have this roaster anymore but here's what I think - Put some water in the roaster, put the bread dough in a container that will fit in the roaster and turn it on low, keep an eye on the temp and turn off when the temp comes up some. With the lid on it should retain heat for awhile and then if necessary give it a few more quick heating sessions on low. I think it might work quite well for dough rising if you experiment a bit. I used to have that problem in the winter too - the house ran cool, and I didn't have a gas stove where you could let the... » Read More Hmmm....good question...possibly. I don't have this roaster anymore but here's what I think - Put some water in the roaster, put the bread dough in a container that will fit in the roaster and turn it on low, keep an eye on the temp and turn off when the temp comes up some. With the lid on it should retain heat for awhile and then if necessary give it a few more quick heating sessions on low. I think it might work quite well for dough rising if you experiment a bit. I used to have that problem in the winter too - the house ran cool, and I didn't have a gas stove where you could let the pilot light keep it gently warmed in the oven. If that is your situation too this might just be the answer. « Show Less
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To get a crisp crust, you need to use a baking stone or a special baguette pan. Preheat the oven to 500 degrees for at least half an hour. Just before putting the bread in the oven, slash with a sharp knife or razor, lightly spray with water and pop it in. After ten minutes, reduce the heat to 400 and turn the bread front to back. Bake another 15-20 minutes. A slim baguette can be done at this point, a fatter one will take longer. When the bread looks toasty brown, take the temperature of the bread with an instant read thermometer (essential for anyone who bakes). When the internal temp reaches 205-210, it's done. Cool on a rack for at least 30 minutes.
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I wouldn't recommend this technique -- but I have done this. My advice (if you absolutely must microwave): Dice the butter. Heat in 10 sec* increments until soft (not melted). The butter will become more spreadable and easier to pack into your butter crock! *microwave oven times vary
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Just tried my first slice of pizza in the bag and it worked great! Will have to fine-tune the toasting time as the pizza was cold from the fridge, but by not going too hot, the topping should stay on and not slide off.Might be messy if the topping is too wet or oily, so heat on a lower setting first, and you can always give it another extra toasting.Comes out nice and 'crisp' unlike the microwave that turns the crust rubbery.
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I bake mine at 300 degrees F for 6-7 min depending on how crispy your want them. My husband likes the 6 min and my grandkids like the 7 min as they like to hear them crunch. They never stick and I don't scrub them when we are done. Just wipe with a paper towel and stack and put away. Enjoy Kathleen
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Hi, put in a teaspoon of vegetable oil, a drinking glass of warm water, 4 cups of flower (I use 2 cups bread flower, and 2 cups whole wheat flower for German type coarse bread, use 4 cups bread flower for white bread). Add one tablespoon of salt, 2 tablespoons dry milk, 2 tablespoons of sugar. Add 1/2 teaspoon of yeast. Bake 3.5 hrs. Machine should form a dry soft ball. If too liquid, add a little of flower. If machine has to labor hard, and you hear a grinding type noise, the dough is too dry and add a little warm water. Using this for &gt; 10 years, always bakes a great loaf.
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Get some crisco and rub the wik down lightly , put in oven at 200 degrees for 2 hours or more . You will love cooking with this . It will last a lifetime
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I strongly suggest that anytime you employ a microwave to heat, or cook, any food or beverage, you must handle it with care, and use a pot holder, or oven mitt! Gee whiz, I would asssume that you would understand that it is going to be very warm, or hot. Is that not what a microwave oven is intended to do? Of course, this is just a suggestion from a person who had to learn his lesson, the hard way!
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Thanks for your quick response. I was reading up on dark baking pans and they said that besides lowering the temperature, which I did but the crust was still thick and dark but not as hard as when I baked it with 350 degree, you should line the pan with parchment paper to get better results. I used one sheet of lining at the bottom of the tin. The next time I use this pan, I will use two sheets of parchment paper and line the entire pan. I will let everyone know how it worked.
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My West Bend base does get hot enough to brown the bread and melt the cheese. I butter the bread for a crispy toasted cheese. Have you tried turning it all the way up and not putting the sandwich on until it is hot? They do take a little time to get hot...hence the name slow cooker.