Magic Chef HQPZO13R User Manual - Page 11

5. Remove the pizza from its packaging, including the cardboard disk. If necessary, place the pizza on an ovenproof cookware or bakeware. NOTE: The pizza oven can accommodate pizzas up to 12 inches in diameter. Ensure proper fitment when using an ovenproof cookware or bakeware. DO NOT cover any part of the pizza oven with metal foil, including the crumb tray; oversized pizzas or metal utensils must not be inserted into the oven. 6. After preheating, pull the baking rack partially out of the pizza oven and carefully place the pizza onto the wire rack. Use caution as the baking rack and oven exterior will be hot. Guide the baking rack back into the oven using its handle. 7. Refer to the "Pizza Cooking Chart" on p. 12 for approximate cooking times. If applicable, use the directions included with the pizza in conjunction with the below chart. Set the timer for the halfway point of the suggested cooking time for the type of pizza listed. For instance, if the below chart indicates to cook for 18 to 24 minutes, set the timer to 9 minutes. When the time expires, use the handle to carefully pull the baking rack partially out of the oven. Rotate the pizza using a spatula, fork or tongs. Then carefully guide the baking rack back into the oven and set the timer for the remaining time. NOTE: At the end of the baking time, select TOP ( ) on the heating element control knob for well-done cheese and toppings. For a crispier crust, select BOTTOM ( ) on the heating element control knob. 8. When the timer goes off, check to see if the pizza is cooked thoroughly. If additional baking time is needed, simply reset the timer to the desired time. NOTE: All pizzas will cook differently; bake until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted. 9. When the pizza appears to be done, turn the timer to OFF/0 if the timer has not already expired. 10. Carefully pull the baking rack out of the oven using its handle, and then slide the pizza onto a pizza pan. Set the hot baking rack onto a heat resistant surface. 11. Allow the pizza to cool for approximately 3 to 5 minutes and then cut into serving pieces. 12. Allow the pizza oven to cool down completely before cleaning and storing. HELPFUL TIPS 1. To reheat pizza slices, allow the pizza oven to preheat for approximately 3 minutes with the heating element control knob set to DUAL ( ). 2. After preheating, turn the heating element control knob to TOP ( center of the baking rack. Set the timer for 6 to 12 minutes. ) and place the pizza slices onto the 3. Use the shorter of the two cooking times when reheating thin crust or single topping pizza, and the longer cooking time when reheating thicker crusts or multiple toppings. 4. For best results, check the pizza after 6 minutes. PIZZA COOKING CHART The following cooking times are for baking 12-inch pizzas. The times are approximate. Use the shorter cooking times for single topping pizzas and the longer cooking times for pizzas with extra toppings or vegetable toppings. When the cheese has melted and begins bubbling, the pizza is done. At the end of the cooking time, turn the heating element control knob to BOTTOM ( ) for a crispier crust. For well-done toppings, turn the control knob to TOP ( ). Next, reset the timer by turning it beyond the 10 minute marker and then counterclockwise to 1 or 2 minutes. Cook the pizza as desired. To avoid overcooking the pizza, DO NOT leave the oven unattended. 11