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What are the differences between an induction stove and a regular electric stove?
What are the differences between an induction stove and a regular electric stove? They are both electrically powered, and don't look all that different, but the induction cooktops I have seen are a ...
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What is the best way to pop popcorn on the stove?
I have a kettle-corn popcorn recipe that I have to pop on the stove as I don't have a popcorn maker and I wouldn't want to add the sugar to the popcorn maker. This makes me wonder what the best way to ...
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Induction range vs gas
In the next few months I have a kitchen remodel planned. One item to be replaced is the range/oven. Currently we have a "vintage" electric stove.
I am undecided as to whether to choose gas or an ...
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Do all modern electric stoves have “binary” heating elements?
I've noticed that the burners of some or all of the newish-style electric stoves which have a flat top have a peculiar property. They do not seem to be capable of running at a constant low ...
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What are some of the benefits of electric stoves versus gas stoves?
I have recently moved house and one of the downsides is that I'm now stuck with an electric stove instead of a gas stove which was in the previous house.
I'm not liking it one bit:
It takes too ...
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Cooking on the stove: what is “too hot” for a pan?
I'm a novice cook and often hear about "learning one's stove". Obviously manufacturers, cooking methods, and appliance types vary and so "high" on one stove isn't comparable to another.
That said, ...
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What are the advantages of using a stove instead of an oven?
Are there any advantages to using a stove instead of oven? As a woman of science, this is a question that has been lingering in my noggin for a very long time.
The main points I'd like to see ...
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Is it worth to install a gas stove with a big gas bottle in the kitchen?
There are several options when it comes to choosing a stove. From my own experience, electric stoves are not really that great. I guess most households have them because their are convenient to ...
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How hot are electric home stoves?
In most (Swedish) homes, there are electric stoves that go from 1 to 6, and in some cases all the way up to 12!
Is there an agreed-upon standard deciding roughly what temperature a number corresponds ...
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What do I need to know when moving from an electric hob to a gas hob
Soon I will be moving into a flat with a gas hob, and I've only ever had experience with electric hobs before.
What do I need to be aware of in terms of the differences between them? I've heard that ...
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Can I use a tagine on a glass cooktop, and do I need a heat diffuser?
I somehow ended up acquiring not one but two tagines recently. Unfortunately, I have neither a gas nor charcoal stove (the ideal cooking surfaces for tagines, AIUI), only a smooth glass cooktop.
I've ...
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How do I use a convex crepe pan?
I picked up what I believe to be an old cast iron Crêpe pan at the thrift store. I made a batter, and its consistency seems like what I made in the past when using a frying pan. This time, however, I ...
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Stove top Sushi rice - Which method?
I am planning to have my first attempt at making sushi by myself in a few days. Right now, I am still struggling with the rice and it's cooking. Many recipes/tutorials call for a rice cooker which I ...
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Is pyrex safe to use on a gas burner?
There seems to be conflicting views on whether a pyrex dish can be used on a gas burner. Can anybody here provide a definitive answer?
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gas range hack for greater power output: does it work?
In the documentary, 'I Like Killing Flies,' Kenny Shopsin describes how he drilled bigger holes in his gas range to increase the power output. Ignoring the possible safety issues, would this work on a ...
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Stew in the oven or on the stove, does it make a difference?
What is the advantage (if any) of finalizing a stew or other slow-cooked meals in the oven instead of on a hob?
A lot of recipes tells you to set the pot in the oven to cook for x hours after the ...
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Should I purchase and use a grease or oil splash screen?
I use a sauce pan often for grilling chicken or frying bacon, and a lot of grease tends to splash out. There are fine mesh screens available with a handle designed to cover the pan without creating a ...
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Availability of pure alcohol in the UK (or alternatives as fuel for alcohol-burning cookers)
My friends from Portugal have a chorizo cooker (something, I believe, a bit like this), and they would like to use it in the UK. In Portugal they burn pure alcohol in it, which they purchase from ...
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Gas burner is “clicking” - how can I stop this?
The ignition is clicking on my burner even though I turned it off. How do I stop this?
I unplugged the cooktop, but I don't know if it is safe to leave it this way. What should I look for? Can I keep ...
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Are my gas stove burners clicking due to high elevation?
I have a Viking gas stove. My front burners make a clicking sound when it is set on low. It doesn't seem to do this when the gas is higher. I have had a certified technician to check to see if ...
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Does turning a gas stove on high move the heat to the outside of the pot?
When you turn a gas stove on high, you get a big flame with a wide diameter. When you lower the heat, the diameter of the flame shrinks. (I'm not sure this description makes sense. Does it?)
Does ...
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Should I polish a cast iron pan for use on a glass cooktop?
There was a question asked here about using cast iron on glass top ranges. In the responses, there was a link to an article about cast iron equipment. Here is a quote.
There is also an almost ...
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How to season iron cookware on gas stove?
Often I hear that after applying oil on the cookware you need to bake it in the oven on a certain temperature.
What precautions need to be taken if I intend to season the cookware on gas stove?
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Can I use a Wok ring on a gas range?
I have just purchased a GE Cafe gas range. The user guide indicates:
Do not use a wok on the cooking surface if the wok has a round metal ring that is placed over the burner grate to support the ...
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How to simulate an oven when what you actually have is a gas stove?
Well, I currently don't have an oven. And also, I don't expect to prepare cakes on gas. :rolleyes:
But, is it possible to bake things like garlic bread (at least) on gas stove somehow? If yes, then ...
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Can I put a disposable aluminum pan directly over a burner?
If I need to melt margarine on the stove and have no pots or pans available, can I melt it in a thin disposable aluminum pan directly on the burner (on a low flame), or will the pan burn/melt?
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Does a 15,000 BTU Burner require a larger gas line?
I'm thinking of upgrading my cheap apartment stove to one with more heat. The current stove's hottest burner is around 8000BTU; I'm looking at one which has one 15K BTU and two 9000BTU burners. I'm ...
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How to choose a premium dual fuel range (Viking, Wolf, Aga, and the like…)
All,
We're considering buying a high quality range. We have arrested our choice on 36" dual fuel ranges (gas top, electric oven, preferably convection).
Some of those have fairly typical and unique ...
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What temperatures do low-medium-high on the stove correspond to?
I'm quite suspicious that my electric stove runs hot. Recipes that suggest medium-high on my stove are incredibly, incredibly hot and you can feel 'high' radiating heat from across the kitchen.
As ...
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Ideas for cooking with just 2 hobs and a microwave?
My finacee has just moved in to some university accommodation in France. She has a small kitchenette in her room, with two hobs and a microwave (plus a fridge).
Can anyone recommend any ...
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Why have all of my quality pans started smoking at once?
Okay, I have a situation here that is blowing my mind and hopefully someone here can help me. The other night, I attempted to cook a burger on the stove. Smoke was coming up (eventually pouring up) ...
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When to heat oil in dutch oven?
I have an enameled cast iron dutch oven. I thought the pamphlet that came with it said not to heat the cast iron dry -- I could be imagining things, though.
Part One
So, am I supposed to put the ...
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How do I stop the spatter? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Anyway to avoid grease splatter?
I am trying to work on using my stove more often, since I have been told that the oven can dry out foods easier. I was cooking some ...
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How do you get a feel for the heat (direct heat)?
On my stove, it appears that low heat is 1 - 3 on the nob, mid is 4 - 6 and high is 7 - 9. It works for me.
But, I'd like to know if there are indicators to determine the heat without the convenient ...
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How can I marinate meatballs without making them “mushy”?
I like to marinate my meatballs in a sauce on the stove for several hours, but they always seem to be "mushy" after cooking for so long. Is there a way to marinate the meatballs without having them ...
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What can be cooked on a stovetop grill pan? [closed]
I'm thinking of buying a stovetop grill pan similar to this one:
What can something like be used for? I.e, could it be used for grilling a chicken breast or vegetables like egg plant, and/or ...
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My cooking pot keeps smoking
The cooking pot just keeps smoking when I put it on the element and I don't understand why because I used it on my moms stove before without any trouble. But when I put the temperature to MAX it ...
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How do I turn on an auto ignition stove?
I've bought a new stove which is supposed to be auto ignition. If I turn on the gas and turn the knob thing, a flame flickers underneath but the stove doesn't light, I have to use a lighter to light ...
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Corelle Visions Covered Versa Pot 1.25 L
Can the Corelle Visions Covered Versa Pot 1.25 L be used on an induction cooker?
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Is it safe to put a plate directly on a recently-on gas burner?
As someone who lives in an apartment with a small kitchen, I often find myself repurposing the stovetop as a food prep space. I've always tried to avoid putting plates down on a (gas) burner that was ...
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Cooking frozen Pizza in the microwave
I am totally new to cooking, I just boil eggs :). I am staying alone for sometime, and I want to cook some stuff at home instead of eating outside every day.
I thought that Pizza might be a good ...
