How Planking Works
When a NorthWoods Smoke Plank is new and before it goes into an oven, lightly rub olive or vegetable oil over its top surface; do not oil the bottom. Seasoning helps prevent food from staining or sticking to it and liquids from being absorbed.
Preheating and positioning the plank is important so that the plank will be hot enough to cook from below as well as above. The oven rack should be set to a middle-to-upper position. Place the plank on the rack, set the oven to "bake" (350°F) and let it preheat for at least 15 minutes.
Have the items you want to cook ready. Remove the plank from the oven, arrange the items inside the oval, and then return to bake. Cooking times and temperatures will vary depending on the items and quantity. In general, seafood will cook from 15 to 35 minutes and meats up to 50 minutes.
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