[header] How to cook with a convection toaster oven [title] Know what a convection oven is. [step] A traditional oven has heating elements on top and bottom of the oven. A convection oven differs by having a fan in addition to the heating elements. 
The fan continuously circulates air through the oven as the food cooks. This process of blowing hot air over the food as it cooks makes the food cook more evenly.