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    Home Inspiration Before You Buy A Guide to Range Cooker Oven Types

    Before You Buy

    A Guide to Range Cooker Oven Types

    If you're redesigning your kitchen, the type of cooker you choose serves as one of the most central points. You may find yourself unsure of which range cooker is best suited for your needs and want to do some research. A new range cooker is undeniably a big financial investment that shouldn’t be taken lightly. To help you make an informed decision, we’ve pulled together a comprehensive guide that explains the different types of range cooker ovens, as well as covering how many ovens a range cooker can have.

    How many ovens should a range cooker have?

    How many ovens should a range cooker have?

    One of the main reasons that range cookers are so sought after is because of the versatility and flexibility they provide in the kitchen. These large cookers often come with two or even three ovens, as well as a host of other features. This can include a separate grill, warming drawers, and spacious storage compartments for kitchen utilities.

    Range cookers come with many more features than standard kitchen ovens, including better control over cooking settings. This means you can cook a variety of dishes with ease and confidence. Common settings on range cooker ovens include fan-assisted ovens, a pizza setting, and quick start functions. No matter what your individual cooking needs, there is a range cooker for you.

    Types of ovens in range cookers

    Here at Leisure, we sell a range of different range cookers that feature many different types of ovens. When choosing your new range cooker, it's important to be aware of the oven’s functionality, to source the right cooker for your kitchen needs. To help you make an informed decision, we’ve explained the different types of ovens featured in our range cookers below:

    Coventional Ovens

    Coventional Ovens

    Conventional ovens are perfect all-rounders. Suitable for every budding chef and those looking to complete standard, daily cooking. Conventional ovens use elements at the top and bottoms of the cavity to heat the oven and cook food. These ovens also produce more natural and slow air movement, meaning they are perfect for those who love baking cakes and other sweet and savoury goods.

    Dedicated Grill

    Dedicated Grill

    A dedicated grill allows cooks to add a healthy twist to any dish. A Leisure grill features a large tray supported by telescopic runners, meaning you don't have to worry about having to hold hot metal to pull it out. Heat is evenly distributed throughout the tray, so you can rest assured that your favourite foods will be grilled to perfection every single time. Most Leisure range cookers feature a dedicated grill.

    Slow Cooker Oven

    Slow Cooker Oven

    For the food lovers amongst us, slow cookers provide an extra element of culinary freedom. The 33L slow cooker oven found on our Leisure Cuisinemaster range cookers, has a minimum temperature of only 50°C. This means you can experiment with a range of hearty stews and casserole recipes, for easy dinners you don't have to think too much about. Perfect for warming meals in the winter.

    Which range cooker oven type is best for me?

    Deciding which type of cooker oven is best for your household truly comes down to your family's cooking needs. There are many pros and cons to the different types of range cooker ovens on the market. For example, range cookers tend to be much bigger than standard ovens. This is beneficial for larger family units that find they need more space to cook larger quantities of food. However, if you live alone or with a partner, you may find that a range cooker oven with multiple functions just doesn't get used to its full potential and isn't worth the investment for your needs.

    You should also consider how much cooking you do, and the different types of dishes you like to create. If you're a budding chef, then a range cooker with multiple functions is a great investment to support your hobby. Or, if you are simply looking for an appliance that will help you create simple but delicious family meals, a range cooker with conventional cooking functions would be the perfect choice.

    It's also worth considering whether a gas or electric range cooker is right for you and your cooking needs, or whether you prefer the best of both worlds with a dual fuel range cooker.

    No matter your kitchen needs, at Leisure we have a variety of range cookers with different oven types and sizes to suit your needs. View our range here. Want to find a range cooker with the perfect oven to suit your needs? Take a look at our range cooker selector tool to choose your ideal model. Alternatively, get in touch with a friendly member of our team today to turn your dream kitchen into a reality.

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