Sqwertz > wrote:
> On 30 Sep 2014 13:59:38 GMT, KenK wrote:
>
>> If you have a Kenmore Elite MW/convection oven have you ever tried the
>> convection oven's sensor feature? Sounds like it might be useful but I am
>> reluctant to try it for fear of spoiling some expensive food. Success or
>> failure?
>
> I have used Sears Kenmore microwaves exclusively all my life. The
> first two were convection microwaves and lasted my family and I almost
> 40 years. I've only ever used them as convection ovens maybe 4 times
> in those 40 years.
>
> The whole idea of a Microwave+Convection oven is bogus. The
> convection ovens are never actually rated for 300F+ oven temperatures
> (take the inside temperature!). And combining the two cooking methods
> totally bites. It's like microwaved sous vide. It doesn't work worth
> a shit, culinarly-speaking.
>
> Kenmore makes the best, most even heating microwaves on the market
> (along with high-end Panasonic), but the convection features only add
> to it's durability.
>
> Microwaves are for heating. Ovens are for roasting. Enjoy your
> Kenmore Elite as a microwave only, IMO. I'm heating up menudo in mine
> right now...
>
> -sw

I have yet found use for it's convection feature. If I needed two ovens, I
might use it.

Greg