Heating Instructions

Thank you for ordering your catering needs through McCaffrey's. Please enjoy your food prepared by our chefs just for you.

ITEMS COMING IN WHITE TRAY WITH PLASTIC COVERING ARE NOT OVEN SAFE. REMOVE ITEMS AND PLACE IN AN ALUMINUM PAN OR OVEN SAFE DISH.

Remove items from refrigerator and let come to room temperature before reheating. Food items will reheat more evenly if at room temperature. Ovens vary, please use these directions as general guidelines, and check your items often. Reheating in an oven or toaster oven is recommended. Cover items to help in the reheating process and prevent over browning. Suggested reheating times may need to be increased if reheating either multiple dishes simultaneously or large quantities. Bulk items will reheat more evenly if they are in a single layer.

Always check the internal temperature of food with a stemmed thermometer before eating. Reheated food should reach a recommended 165 degrees before consumption unless specifically noted.

Always keep stored food covered and refrigerated at 41 degrees or less.

Microwave reheating is not recommended in most cases for the best quality product. If you do choose to use a microwave oven, follow these guidelines:

  • Never put foil or metallic containers in the microwave.
  • Keep food loosely covered with microwave-safe wrap.
  • Rotate or stir items at least once during the reheating process.

Always use caution when removing containers from oven. For ease and safety, always place black oven safe containers on a cookie sheet before placing in the oven. Do not place black containers directly on oven floor or a heating element. Clear plastic lids or covers should be removed before reheating.

Platters and Displays should be kept refrigerated at 41 degrees or less until ready to serve. Consume within 4 hour after removing from refrigerator.

Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres

Coconut Shrimp, Mini Crab Cakes, Pastry Wrapped Franks, Roast Pork Spring Rolls, Lobster Macaroni & Cheese Bites, Stuffed Mushrooms, Mini Quiche, Mini Cheddar Potato Skins, Cranberry Brie & Nut Phyllo, Mini Philadelphia Cheesesteaks, Mini French Onion Soup Boules:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees
  • Remove items and place in an oven safe dish.
  • Heat uncovered for 8 to 12 minutes

Scallop Brochette:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees
  • Remove items and place in an oven safe dish
  • Heat uncovered 8 to 12 minutes

Chicken or Beef Satays:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees
  • Remove items and place in an oven safe dish.
  • Heat for 5 to 8 minutes

Flatbread Pizzas

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Remove items and place in an oven safe dish.
  • Heat for 10 to 12 minutes.

Spinach & Artichoke Dip

  • Microwave: Remove lid and film; heat for approximately 1-2 minutes per pound
  • Oven: Place product on sheet pan, cover with foil and heat for approximately 20 minutes.

Buffalo Chicken Dip (heating optional)

  • Place product on sheet pan, cover with foil and heat for approximately 20 minutes.

Bone-In Chicken Wings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees
  • Remove items and place in an oven safe dish.
  • Cover and heat for 10 minutes
  • For crispier wings: place on a flat baking tray that has been sprayed with space between each; heat uncovered for 15 to 25 minutes.

Chicken Tenders

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees
  • If tenders are cold, allow them to come to room temperature by placing them on a plate for about 15 minutes
  • Arrange chicken tenders on baking sheet in a single layer, leaving enough space between each piece to allow for even heating.
  • Bake in preheated over for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through and crispy.

Mini Corn Fritters

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees
  • Space fritters out on a wire rack
  • Heat the fritters for 5-10 minutes, or a little longer if they're frozen
  • For an extra crisp outside, turn on the broiler and broil the fritters for 1-2 minutes at the end