Cooking evenly when roasting and baking can be tough. Many people who cook at home face problems with some parts of the oven being hotter than others. This can lead to unevenly cooked food. Here are some common issues and how to fix them:

1. Oven Temperature:

   • Ovens often do not show the right temperature. If you don’t check this, your food may not cook properly.
   • Solution: Use an oven thermometer to see the real temperature. Adjust it based on what the thermometer says.

2. Rack Position:

   • Where you place the oven rack can change how your food cooks. If the rack is too high, the top might burn. If it’s too low, the food might not cook evenly.
   • Solution: Keep most dishes on the center rack. This spot helps heat move around better.

3. Pan Selection:

   • The kind of baking pan you use matters a lot. Dark pans get hotter, which can burn the bottoms of your food.
   • Solution: Pick lighter, shiny pans, especially for cakes and cookies. They help cook more evenly.

4. Arranging Food:

   • If you put too many pans in the oven at once, the air can’t move freely. This can make cooking uneven.
   • Solution: Leave space between your pans and make sure there is good airflow around your food.

Even with these tips, getting perfectly cooked food every time takes practice. Don’t be afraid to learn from your mistakes! Cooking is all about trying and figuring things out.