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Do gas ovens need to preheat?

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There is currently some debate as to whether any oven needs to be preheated, with a growing number of people saying that it is merely a widely believed myth that you need to get your oven to the correct temperature before sliding in your dish. read more

Yes, the modern gas, as well as electric ovens need 25 minutes to preheat. The indicator lights will come on and off 3 times during preheat. Or a term use in the appliance industry, your gas range will cycle on and off 3 times the your oven will be at your desired temperature setting. read more

If you don't preheat, it will take several minutes before the oven reaches proper cooking temps, and interfere with even heating. If you want to see the difference most dramatically, bake some chocolate chips. First without any preheating and then when those are supposed the be done, do another batch and bake them for the same amount of time. read more

Unused oven racks in the oven can only add to the preheat time. According to GE, one unused rack can add about 30 seconds to preheat time. I suggest you remove any rack first before preheating an oven. read more

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