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Yes, the clock is not backlit, and thus hard to read, but no big deal--everyone has a clock already on the stove and microwave, right. The oven comes with two racks, a broiling pan, and two shallow pans, one for each section. I read the directions once, but the oven is simple to use, and even my husband got the hang of it right away. We got one of these ovens for Christmas and so far I like it. This is a very handy item to have, and I look forward to eliminating our toaster. It's just the two of us, and I freeze bread because we never use a whole loaf, and the warmer is great to defrost and warm it. Unlike others, I find the warmer very useful. Just turn on "warm" and use the default setting of 15 mins.
It comes with 2 racks (although you can't really use them at once because they'd be about an inch or 2 apart), and a nice broiler tray and regular tray (remove wire rack before use), and some tongs. And most bowls/dishes don't fit in the top part, at least with the lid closed. baking dish, 2qt. Also melted butter, but unless you've got time to waste, it's not too convenient.
You do have to push the time buttons a lot because it always starts off at 30 minutes to bake. I guess it is kind of big, especially to open the warming tray, but I have the space, so I love it. It's a chic-looking, well-engineered product. Plus, it takes the #3 spot on Consumer Report's reviews of toaster ovens, so it is worth the price compared to Cuisinart, etc. This is an awesome product, if only in appearance. It just looks cool on my big, empty counter. I like the toast settings- I think there are 8, and once you find your perfect one, it does a great job. pie plate, 8x8in.
Regular-sized 6 muffin tray, loaf pan, 9 in. The tongs are okay, they serve their purpose, but definitely don't replace nicer, spring-loaded tongs. I've used other T-Fal appliances before, and I am always satisfied- they make great products, and this is no exception. It beeps a lot and is really load, so you won't miss it (and if you do, it shuts off automatically, so no worry). I have baked banana bread in there following the receipe instructions exactly, and it turned out 100% perfect- golden brown, cooked through but not overcooked, perfectly even crust. The crumb tray doesn't like to latch in and the bottoms of each section do kind of stain, but everything else is easy to keep clean.
Like other reviewers, I haven't really had much use for the warming tray, although I have slightly re-warmed squash in a bowl while baking a potato when my microwave was broken. casserole dish all fit perfectly, although I have to put the lid to my casserole dish upside down, since the little handle on top makes it too tall. Everything turns out perfect and evenly browned. I haven't had problem with vibrations- it only does that when the door is not securely closed. I frequently broil fish and toast grilled cheese; I've made cornish hens, casseroles, and muffins.
I am disappointed that it takes that long. but when I did, it did a good job. I have had my oven for about a month.It was mainly bought to replace and old Black and Decker that was put to rest after 7 years. I haven't used the oven much yet for baking/roasting, etc. So if you are mainly buying this to toast, and want it to be faster, you may go with something else. We are big toast fans, and use it every day for breakfast bread and bagel toasting. Though the bread toasts, and pretty evenly, it takes at least 4 and sometimes 4.5 minutes to toast a slice of bread.
We haven't used the toaster function much, so I can't comment on that. We've used it for 9 months with no issues, energy savings (vs. using our main oven), and great baked items. This is a great toaster oven. It would be nice if the controls allowed you to set the time more quickly than by just counting up/down from 30 min, but it's a small bother. It cooks evenly and predictably, it's large enough for a pizza or small casserole dish, and the countdown timer makes it easy to use. We bought it mainly as a small oven, and it's wonderful. It looks nice, and the bread warmer on top is a plus.
Just be carefull with the diet, the oven works so well, you'll be eating all the time just to use it. Works great, makes easy toast, the warmer section works perfect for keeping buns/dinner rools warm. Best toaster that I have had on my counter in years.
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