Halogen Oven Recipes - Garlic Toasts

I made Lasagne yesterday in my silicone lasagne baking tray, and really wanted something extra to go along with it.

We had some left over French baguette from the day before - and it's never so nice as day it is made fresh.

I decided to slice this up into approx 5mm thick rounds. I already had some garlic infused olive oil in the cupboard, so lightly brushed both sides of each piece with the oil using a pastry brush.

Whilst I was doing that, I preheated the halogen cooker to maximum temperature with the high grill in.These literally went on the top rack for about 3 minutes on each side. Don't forget to take the halogen cooker lid off when you are done to let them cool.

They were subtle and had a lovely crunch. I bet they'd be even better with sprinkle of Maldon sea salt as well as the olive oil before toasting. That's the only thing I feel was missing.


Our Halogen ovens are due to arrive back into stock in early May. This time, they will come complete with a full range of accessories - including high rack, low rack, steamer, baking tray, toast rack (for 10 slices), set of skewers, extension ring and lid stand ! Keep an eye on the new website - we'll update everyone who is waiting on stock arriving by email as soon as they get here :-)

Silicone Lasagne / Roasting Tray 

Sarah-Jane - http://www.siliconemoulds.com/ February 2010

Butternut Squash and Bacon Bake

Recipe for Sarah-Jane's Halogen oven - but could easily be adapted to a standard oven. This recipe should easily serve 3 adults as a main along with salad or crusty bread. It could also serve 6 as a side dish.

BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND BACON BAKE

1kg butternut squash (I used two small ones)

8 slices of back bacon, or 4 slices of thick butchers bacon

300gram tub of creme fraiche

75g gruyere (grated)

Cut the tops off the butternut squash. Cut them in half and scoop out the seeds

Score the flesh of the squash in both directions almost to the skin. Rub all over with olive oil. Season well. If desired, you can sprinkle with garlic granules, ground cumin and some chilli flakes.

Cook on the low rack in the halogen oven for approx 20mins at 180deg C until the flesh is soft. The cooking time obviously depends on the size of the squash.

Chop the bacon into approx 1cm pieces and fry until crispy.

When the squash is cooked, scoop from the skins into an oven proof dish. Add the creme fraiche, bacon bits and 1/2 the cheese and carefully combine. Top with remaining grated cheese.

Return the dish to the halogen cooker at 180deg for approx 10 > 15mins until piping hot and cheese is bubbly.