To keep food warm in the oven, the temperature should be set between 170°F and 200°F
. Most ovens have a "warm" setting or a separate warming drawer, which is designed to maintain a warm temperature for food
. If your oven does not have a warm setting, you can set it to 200°F to 250°F
. When keeping food warm, it is essential to ensure that the temperature remains at or above 140°F to prevent the food from entering the danger zone, where bacteria can grow and cause foodborne illness
. It is also important to be aware that keeping food warm for extended periods (more than a couple of hours) may reduce the quality of the food
. To maintain the desired temperature, you can use an oven thermometer to check the internal temperature of the oven
. Additionally, you can place food in oven-safe containers, such as baking sheets, saucepans, or dishes, and cover them with aluminum foil to prevent the food from drying out
