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(More customer reviews)We purchased this one after reading the reviews here of several models. I called the mfr to learn the differences between the 31199XR and others, and was told 31199XR lacks the rotisserie components. That's fine with us as we would never use them! It also lowered the price quite a bit. If you do not plan to use the rotisserie, buy this model!
We bought it because the thermostat on our very old range died, we can't find a replacement, and we are planning to remodel the entire kitchen next summer---so we did not want to buy a range just now.
The convection seems to speed up browning of items but not necessarily cooking all the way through, so you have to be careful --- we browned a couple of pot pies last night more than we wanted to! We are still getting used to using the convection feature.
The oven bakes everything in the same time as usual with a full size range. The difference is in the preheat time---it preheats way faster than the large stove. Also, we use the convection feature to speed the preheating phase and then turn it to Bake for the actual cooking. We have an oven thermometer hanging from the rack.
I roasted a 7 lb turkey breast in it shortly after it arrived--everything perfect. I did have to put foil on the bird partway through cooking, to keep it from overbrowning, but I do that for the full size oven, too.
The top does get hot but not as blazing hot as some reviews indicate. Ours is placed well away from cabinet bottoms, other appliances, etc. All of our existing casseroles and pans will fit inside except a 13 x 9" baking dish. I have a lot of Corningware pyroceram and even the large oval French White casserole fits (rather snugly).
You have to keep the inside spotlessly clean---these electric ovens *will* start fires if you leave a lot of grease and crumbs inside. The bottom pulls all the way out, for cleaning in the sink -- that gray thing in the photo is the handle that runs along the edge. The racks also come out, and when it is cool you can clean the inside easily. If you bake something that drips, like yams, put a piece of foil under it to make cleanup easier.
Someone in another review said he burned his hand opening the door--- I place my hand over, not under, the handle when opening the door and I do not get burned---I also have in my possession a number of potholders, and I use them! : -- )
We are very pleased with this purchase and to tell the truth, we are planning to continue using it after the remodel. It's great for baking something for one or two. I highly recommend it.
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Perfect as a second oven or as an energy-efficient alternative to turning on the full-size oven, this countertop appliance can toast, bake, broil, and convection cook a variety of foods quickly and easily. The toaster oven provides three user-friendly control knobs for selecting the function, temperature, and time. Its full-range temperature-control knob can be set all the way up to 450 degrees F, while the power-control knob/two-hour timer offers automatic shut-off with an audible "ready" signal or can be set to the "stay on" position. The unit provides two racks and an extra-large capacity that can accommodate toast for the whole family or two 12-inch pizzas at a time. Other highlights include a power indicator light, a see-through door for convenient visibility, a slide-out crumb/drip tray, and an easy-to-clean design. Two baking pans, a broil grid rack, and a user manual with a wide variety of recipes are also included. The countertop toaster oven measures 19 by 16 by 13-1/2 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.
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