Kenmore 316520000 Use & Care Manual

Kenmore 316520000 Use & Care Manual Manual pdf 15 page image

15Surface CookingCookwareUsing proper cookwareThe size and type of cookware used will influencethe setting needed for best cooking results.Cookware should have flat bottoms that make goodcontact with the entire burner grate surface. Checkfor flatness by rotating a ruler across the bottom ofthe cookware.Cookware material typesThe cookware material determines how evenly andquickly heat is transferred from the surface burnerto the pan bottom. The most popular materialsavailable are:• Aluminum - Excellent heat conductor. Sometypes of food will cause it to darken (Anodizedaluminum cookware resists staining & pitting).• Copper - Excellent heat conductor but discolorseasily.• Stainless steel - Slow heat conductor withuneven cooking results. Is durable, easy to cleanand resists staining.• Cast iron - A poor heat conductor however willretain heat very well. Cooks evenly once cookingtemperature is reached.• Porcelain-enamel on metal - Heatingcharacteristics will vary depending on basematerial.• Glass- Slow heat conductor.Cookware should always:• Have a flat bottom.• Have tight fitting lids.• Be well balanced.• Be made of a material that conducts heat well.• Be easy to clean.