For lower gas consumption and a better result, use saucepans with a diameter
matching the diameter of the burner, to avoid the flame coming up around the sides
of the saucepan. See the Container Table. Use only flat-bottomed pans.
As soon as liquid starts to boil, turn the flame down to a level sufficient to maintain
boiling.
COOKWARE
MATCH PAN DIAMETER TO FLAME SIZE
The flame should be the same size as the bottom of the pan or smaller. Do not use
small pans with high flame settings as the flames can lick up the sides of the pan.
Oversize pans that span two burners are placed front to rear, not side to side.
USE BALANCED PANS
Pans must sit level on the cooktop grate without rocking. Center the pan over the
burner.
USE A LID THAT FITS PROPERLY
A well-fitting lid helps shorten the cooking time. Flat, heavy bottom pans provide
even heat and stability.
FLAME TOO LARGE
FOR PAN SIZE
BALANCED PAN
CONCAVE
CONVEX
(HOLLOW)
(ROUNDED)
USE LIDS THAT
FIT PROPERLY
UNBALANCED PAN
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