Science Common Sense

727 - How do cooking techniques vary between baking and roasting?

Baking and roasting are both cooking methods that use the oven, but they're a little different.

Baking usually uses lower heat (around 300-350°F or 150-175°C) and dry air to cook food like cakes, cookies, and bread. This helps food rise and cook evenly.

Roasting uses higher heat (around 400-425°F or 200-220°C) and dry air to cook food like meats and vegetables. This helps create a nice crust on the outside and a juicy inside.

So, the main difference is the heat and how it affects the food. Baking is for delicate foods, while roasting is for heartier foods that can handle more heat.