Tips on saving energy
– | Use a pan lid whenever possible to minimise heat loss. | |
| uncovered | covered |
–Select a smaller pan when cooking small quantities. A smaller pan uses less energy than a larger pan with very little in it.
–Cook with as little water as possible.
–Once food has come to the boil or the pan is hot for frying, reduce the heat to a lower setting.
–Cooking times are greatly reduced when using a pressure cooker.
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