Yes, I know, this sounds like a really stupid question. Who in their right mind would ever consider putting a Kit Kat in a toaster oven? I think the only people who might do this are curious children. Believe it or not, Nestle - the makers of Kit Kats - created a version of these yummy treats … [Read more...]
Should You Care About Convection Cooking?
If you are shopping around for a new toaster oven then you have probably noticed that quite a few models include fans for convection cooking. You have probably also noticed that most toaster ovens that include convection fans cost more than those that don't. At this point you may be wondering if it … [Read more...]
How I Make Chicken Soup in my Toaster Oven
I have owned many different toaster ovens over the past couple of decades and I never once considered making chicken soup in any of them. That changed recently after I roasted a chicken in my Breville BOV800XL, not with the intention of making soup, but that's what I unintentionally ended up doing … [Read more...]
Black and Decker TO1412B Toaster Oven Review
If your first thought when looking at the Black and Decker TO1412B is that it is too small or has too few features, then this isn’t the toaster oven for you. It is true that there are hardly any features on this toaster oven and that it is small, but those of you who want a simple, inexpensive … [Read more...]
Cuisinart TOB-135 Toaster Oven Review
The Cuisinart TOB-135 toaster oven is a well thought out and logical cooking appliance. The design team at Cuisinart clearly put a lot of thought into the controls and features they included (though they left off a few that I consider wish they had included in a toaster oven at this price range, as … [Read more...]
Toaster Oven Buying Guide
A toaster oven is a toaster oven is a toaster oven, right? Well, not exactly. While it is true that all toaster ovens make toast, some do quite a bit more. The purpose of this buyer's guide is to help answer any questions you may have regarding what you want from a toaster oven. By reading this … [Read more...]
Toaster Oven vs. Microwave Oven
If you have never used a toaster oven but often use a microwave, you may be wondering how a "toaster oven vs. microwave oven" comparison would look. Even though I have both kitchen appliances, I was wondering this very thing myself. This curiosity led the writing of this article. Some people … [Read more...]
Compare Breville BOV800XL and Breville BOV450XL
A popular question among people looking at the Breville smart ovens is: How do the Breville BOV800XL and BOV450XL toaster ovens compare to each other? It can be difficult to tell if one is better for your cooking needs by just reading the reviews. The good news is that both are excellent toaster … [Read more...]
What is a Toaster Oven Used For?
If you have never used a toaster oven you may be wondering, “What is a toaster oven used for?” That is a good question, and the answer may surprise you. Toaster ovens are incredibly versatile. Sure, you can make toast with them, but even the most basic toaster oven can do much more than just toast … [Read more...]
How to Safely Use Aluminum Foil in a Toaster Oven
During the research that I've done when writing reviews of toaster ovens I have noticed that owners of various toaster ovens often recommend using aluminum foil in a variety of ways. While there are ways to safely use foil when cooking in a toaster oven, there are precautions that you must take … [Read more...]