When cooking double the amount of ossobuco in an electric oven, you may need to adjust both the temperature and cooking time to ensure the dish cooks properly. Cooking larger quantities can impact the heat distribution and cooking time.
Temperature Adjustment: Increasing the temperature slightly can help compensate for the extra amount of food in the oven. Since you have two ossobuco on the same shelf, you may want to raise the temperature by around 25°F (about 14°C). This adjustment helps maintain the cooking efficiency, especially if the oven's heating elements need to work harder to heat a larger quantity of food.
Cooking Time Adjustment: The cooking time will also need to be extended. However, the exact increase in cooking time will depend on various factors, including the oven's efficiency, the thickness of the ossobuco, and the recipe's initial cooking time.
As a general rule of thumb, you can add approximately 15-30 minutes to the original cooking time for double the amount of ossobuco. Start checking for doneness a bit earlier than the adjusted cooking time, and continue cooking until the meat is tender and easily falls off the bone.
Keep in mind that these adjustments are approximate guidelines, and it's essential to use visual and tactile cues to determine when the ossobuco is fully cooked. Always check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer as well, as it is the most accurate way to ensure the meat is safe to eat.
For best results, I recommend monitoring the ossobuco closely as it cooks and making adjustments based on its progress. Cooking times and temperatures can vary, so it's better to rely on the doneness of the meat rather than sticking strictly to a specific time and temperature.