When to Use the Solo Piano Function on the Urbe Oven
Learn when to use the Solo Piano function on the Urbe oven! Perfect for crispy pizza bases, delicate baking, and slow cooking with bottom heat only.
The Solo Piano function on the Urbe oven by Alfa Forni activates only the lower heating element, directing heat exclusively to the base of the food. This makes it ideal for achieving a crisp base or delicate bakes that do not require excessive browning on the surface.
📌 When to Use the Solo Piano Function
🍕 1. To Enhance Base Crispiness
✅ Pizza → Ensures a crisp base while preventing the cornicione or cheese from burning.
✅ Bread & Focaccia → Ideal for artisan bread, focaccia, and rolls, ensuring an even bake from the bottom up.
🍰 2. For Delicate Bakes
✅ Crisp-Base Desserts → Perfect for tarts, cheesecakes, and shortcrust pastry cakes, preventing excessive surface browning.
✅ Quiche & Savory Pies → Ensures a well-cooked base without drying out the filling.
🥘 3. For Slow, Bottom-Heat Cooking
✅ Stuffed Vegetables → Ideal for zucchini, eggplant, or stuffed peppers that need gradual, even cooking.
✅ Stews & Casseroles → Suitable for slow-cooked dishes that require gentle, consistent bottom heat.
✅ Benefits of the Solo Piano Function
✔ Heat concentrated at the base → Perfect for dishes that require a well-cooked and crisp bottom.
✔ Even baking without excessive browning → Ideal for recipes that should not dry out on top.
✔ Precise cooking control → Enables slow, delicate cooking without burning the base.
⚙️ How to Use the Solo Piano Function
🔥 1. Preheating
🔹 Set the Solo Piano function and preheat the oven for 10-15 minutes to ensure even base heating.
🍽 2. Positioning the Food
🔹 Use lightweight metal or non-stick baking trays for a crispier base.
🔹 Place the tray on the lowest rack or directly on the refractory stone for even cooking.
🌡 3. Monitoring the Cooking Process
🔹 Check the base periodically to prevent burning or hardening.
❌ When to Avoid Using the Solo Piano Function
⚠ For dishes that require intense top browning → Not suitable for gratin dishes or pizzas that need a golden cheese topping.
⚠ For fast, high-temperature cooking → For quick cooking at high temperatures, use alternative functions.
🍞 Recommended Recipes & Temperature Settings
| Dish | Temperature | Estimated Time |
|---|---|---|
| Crispy Base Pizza | 300°C | 4-6 min |
| Tart/Crostata | 180°C | 30-40 min |
| Quiche Lorraine | 190°C | 35-45 min |
| Stuffed Vegetables | 180°C | 30-40 min |
| Artisan Bread | 220°C | 20-30 min |
💡 Pro Tips for Perfect Results
✅ Combine with other functions → After using Solo Piano, activate the upper heating element or the Grill function for a perfect final browning.
✅ Choose the right trays → Use lightweight metal or non-stick bakeware to enhance base crispiness.
✅ Monitor the cooking process → Regularly check the bottom to avoid burning and achieve the desired crispness.
📌 Conclusion
The Solo Piano function is ideal for dishes that require a well-cooked, crispy base, such as pizza, bread, tarts, and quiches. It is also perfect for slow-cooked dishes that need gentle, even bottom heating without overcooking the top.
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