Although the energy used for cooking is usually a very small percentage of the total energy used in the home, cooking energy ten be used efficiently. Here are some tips to help you save energy when using your cooking product: l Use pans with flat bottoms, straight sides, and tight-fitting lids. l Cook with a minimum of liquid or fat to help shorten cooking time. l Preheat oven only when recommended and for the shortest time possible.
�Oven peeking� may cause heat loss,
longer cooking times, and unsatisfactory baking results. Rely on your timer to keep track of the cooking time. Bake cakes, pies, or cookies when oven is warm. Best time to bake is right after a meal has been cooked in the oven. Plan your meals for the most efficient use of the oven. When using the oven to cook one food, try to cook the rest of the meal in
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