"kilikini" > wrote in message
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> "Katra" > wrote in message
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> > In article . net>,
> > "gho" > wrote:
> >
> > > Does anyone know if I can use cast iron on a glass top cooking stove?
> >
> > Well, I got this new stove about 3 years ago, and cast iron is pretty
> > much all I use. ;-) I just try to make sure it has a flat bottom, not
> > warped.
> >
> > > I have been told yes, and no. Yes, being told not to allow the cast
> iron to
> > > exceed two inches over the heating elements.
> > > I have read where you cannot use woks, canners, round bottom cookware
> and
> > > etc. on them, but have not been able to find any info on this.
> >
> > That's the advice we were given.
> > I use an electric wok now.
> >
> > >
> > > Thank you.
> > >
> > > PS. Yes it is a serious question.
> >
> > I'm sure it is. ;-)
> > I LOVE my glass top stove!
> >
> > K.
> >
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> I've always wanted a glass top stove, but never had the opportunity to get
> one. I would assume that it helps promote even heating, but what are the
> actual benefits from a glass top stove? How is it better than, let's say,
a
> gas stove?
>
> kili
>


A flat top - a good one, I am sure there are badly designed ones - has all
the advantages and disadvantages of any electric stove when compared with
gas - advantages include faster boil, better simmer, less heat lost to the
kitchen air. It is also easy to clean. Check out my Kitchen Myths page for
more info: http://www.pgacon.com/KitchenMyths.htm

Peter Aitken