Edenbee: Turn my oven off 5 minutes early to save power

Turn my oven off 5 minutes early to save power

It takes time for ovens to cool down. By turning your oven off five minutes early, the residual heat will take care of the final cooking while saving you five minutes of gas or electricity. So, what's for dinner?

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by RedHeadHeather 23 days ago

I also don't pre-heat my oven. I just pop in the food and it really doesn't take any extra time to cook!
by Elmer_Craven 2 months ago

Easy-peasy. And good for whatever your cooking. If you're a flesh eater, like me, a roast chicken will benefit from sitting in the oven for up to 15 minutes after you've powered it down.
by born2dance 2 months ago

I remember my mom used to do this in summer, since it got so hot. As an avid baker I can vouch that this works. Also, if you're making something only using one rack, stick a potato or two in there and you'll can have a baked potato any time in the next few days without the long wait!
by Canela 2 months ago

This was easy - sort of a shortcut, cuz I don't cook :)
by Trainsurfer 4 months ago

I'm trying the same technique with my glass-top style electric hob. Seems to be working a treat.
by Freshtea 5 months ago

Genuis !
by Bee 5 months ago

Its also a good idea to leave the oven door open after you take the food out, if its cold that is!! Let the heat out, its doing no one any good in there.