““Always preheat the oven unless stated otherwise. Though not stated in the directions of my recipes, oven temperatures are in Farenheit. Make sure the oil in the fry pan is hot before starting to fry, for less fat is absorbed by the food you are cooking when the oil is hot. To test if the oil is hot enough, slightly wet a finger with water and sprinkle a few drops on the fry pan. If it sizzles, the pan is ready.””