#efficient cooking

[genteyhogaressostenibles]

Guía FVS Los fuegos de la cocina

Las cocinas son el corazón de nuestras casas, pero es también donde se produce el mayor gasto energético –casi el 70% de la factura de electricidad anual en un hogar español–, ya que en ella se concentran la mayor parte de nuestros electrodomésticos y aparatos eléctricos.

Para ayudarte a comprender mejor los electrodomésticos que utilizas cada día y las diferentes opciones que existen, así como mejorar la eficiencia de tu cocinado, en la Fundación Vida Sostenible hemos realizado la Guía FVS Los fuegos de la cocina. 🥘

[pressurecookers123]

How Do Pressure Cookers Work?

The pressure cooker stands as a testament to both simplicity and innovation. These kitchen staples, renowned for their ability to cook food quickly and efficiently, utilize the principles of high-pressure steam cooking. This article delves into the mechanics of how pressure cookers work, providing a comprehensive understanding of this essential kitchen appliance.

The Basic Principle of a Pressure Cooker

At its core, a pressure cooker is a sealed pot with a valve that controls the steam pressure inside. When water or any liquid inside the cooker is heated, it produces steam. Since the steam cannot escape, it accumulates inside the pot, building up pressure. This increased pressure allows the temperature inside the cooker to rise above the normal boiling point of water, cooking the food faster.

Key Components of a Pressure Cooker

Sealed Lid: The lid of a pressure cooker is designed to create an airtight seal, usually with a rubber or silicone gasket. This seal prevents steam from escaping, thereby building up pressure within the pot.

Pressure Valve: This critical component regulates the pressure inside the pot. When the pressure exceeds a safe level, the valve releases steam to reduce the internal pressure.

Steam Release Mechanism: Most modern pressure cookers have a mechanism for manually releasing steam, allowing the pressure to decrease before opening the lid.

Cooking Pot: The pot itself is typically made of stainless steel or aluminum and is designed to evenly distribute heat.

The Science of High-Pressure Cooking

When the liquid inside a pressure cooker turns into steam, its volume increases, creating pressure in the enclosed space. This pressure has two major effects:

Increased Boiling Point: Under pressure, the boiling point of water increases. In a standard pressure cooker, the boiling point can rise from 100°C (212°F) to as high as 121°C (250°F). This higher temperature cooks food faster.

Forced Moisture into Food: The high pressure forces moisture and heat into the food, which can result in quicker and more even cooking, especially for tougher cuts of meat or hard legumes.

Advantages of Pressure Cooking

Time Efficiency: Foods cook up to 70% faster in a pressure cooker, making it an excellent tool for quick meal preparation.

Energy Saving: Due to reduced cooking times, pressure cookers consume less energy compared to conventional cooking methods.

Nutrient Retention: The shorter cooking time and reduced exposure to heat help preserve more nutrients in the food.

Versatility: Pressure cookers can be used for a wide range of recipes, including soups, stews, and even desserts.

Safety Features in Modern Pressure Cookers

Modern pressure cookers are equipped with multiple safety features, such as:

Locking Lid: Prevents the lid from being opened while there is still pressure inside the cooker.

Pressure Regulator: Maintains the pressure at a safe level.

Vent Pipe: Releases excess steam in case the pressure valve becomes blocked.

Tips for Using a Pressure Cooker

Do Not Overfill: To prevent clogging of the valves, fill the cooker no more than two-thirds full.

Use Enough Liquid: Always use sufficient liquid to generate steam.

Regulate Heat: Once the cooker reaches the desired pressure, lower the heat to maintain pressure without exceeding it.

Natural Release Method: Allow the cooker to cool down naturally to release pressure, especially for dishes that foam and froth.

The pressure cooker is an ingenious culinary invention that capitalizes on the simple science of high-pressure steam cooking. By understanding the mechanics behind it, users can harness its full potential to prepare meals that are not just faster and more energy-efficient, but also healthier due to better nutrient retention. Whether you are a seasoned chef or a home cook, a pressure cooker can be a valuable addition to your kitchen arsenal, bringing both efficiency and flavor to your cooking.

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[ottoshelpfulhacks]

How to Save Time on Meal Prep: 5 Easy Tip

person meal prepping in the kitchen Meal prepping is a great way to save time and money during the week. But it can be time-consuming to meal prep, especially if you’re new to it. Here are 5 easy tips to help you save time on meal prep: Choose recipes that are easy to make and assemble. Avoid recipes that have a lot of steps or that require a lot of different ingredients. Prep your ingredients…

[saturnniidae]

[icewindandboringhorror]

On average, what is the total MONTHLY amount that you spend on dining out*?

*(This doesn't only count going out to restaurants, but also stuff like picking up fast food to bring home, getting a coffee on the way to work, getting a premade sandwich from a grocery store deli during lunch, buying a quick snack from a convenience store or food cart whilst walking somewhere, ordering a pizza or any other food to be delivered to your home, etc.)

*(If you often dine out in groups/as a household: calculate and divide the costs so that you get a Per Person average. This is for YOU individually, NOT the total household/group costs)

(I'm sure polls similar to this have been made before (very common topic), I just haven't personally seen one that I can remember, so, I was curious to do my own! I was discussing this with a group of people today and it was very interesting to see how widely the number varied between individuals. :0c )

(Reblog for bigger sample size if you can, and feel free to explain your answer in tags if there's anything extra to add!)

[kaiserouo]

i love 1999 gears

also the version w/o gears because apparently i've never made a portrait for normal version excalibur

btw this is for the 1st option of this

[all-things-barbecue]

BBQ Equipment, Tools & Flavors of the Trade!

[the-ipre]

hello everyone i have begun to rotate a dead boy detectives restaurant au, mainly because im putting edwin on expediting and crystal as a waitress and i think they might kill each other

[rawliverandgoronspice]

just thinking about it..... (the contrast between OoT's bombastic organ-clad ascent of ganondorf's tower before the final fight VS the quieter, mournful rendition of that same theme on the piano with distorted laments in Wind Waker)

[sanddusted-wisteria]

"So you won't brush your hair, but you'll brush mine?"

"Combing my hair is an unnecessary use of time. This, on the other hand, is not."

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Hehehehe Wis and Qi brainrot is the only thing getting me through finals :> My tumblr/fics have been pretty dead for a good part of this semester, but rest assured, I've been thinking about my blorbos constantly. I've still been cooking behind the scenes and I hope to get back into it as soon as I can <3

[shokupanda]

me when time moves forward at a steady pace: how the fuck is it more than halfway through july already. this fuckers rapidly sprinting when im not looking huh

[nguyenfinity]

She’d stay with them while visiting I think

Bonus:

[alphataurifan]

i will never get over how insane f1 mechanics are. logan's car was on fire and in pieces yesterday and today it's just good as new? and with a floor revision to make it legal? what is this witchcraft.

much respect to the f1 mechanics o7

[liquidlightandrunningtrees]

A human being should be able to change a diaper, plan an invasion, butcher a hog, conn a ship, design a building, write a sonnet, balance accounts, build a wall, set a bone, comfort the dying, take orders, cooperate, act alone, solve equations, analyze a new problem, pitch manure, program a computer, cook a tasty meal, fight efficiently, die gallantly. Specialization is for insects.

Robert A. Heinlein

[jjsanguine]

Ye Chan, upon accidentally pouring water all over the mysterious stranger whose car he helped unstick yesterday: what on earth

Seon Yul, sopping with both sweat and what is probably like mop bucket water, seeing the weirdo who refused to accept compensation for helping unstick his car apparently about to boil his grandfather's beloved dog: what the fuck

[earthycraftshaven]

🍓Wild Strawberry/ Cherry Buns🍒 For my first post i picked out a favourite recipe of mine: some freshly made, fruity buns. This account is supposed to be a place were people who are interested in cooking , natural living , homemaking,  self efficiency and diy-crafts can come together and learn. I would love you to join me on my journey! I picked up some wild Strawberries in the forest today. I made some homemade jam with them to put into my creamcheese frosting for these delicious buns. I decorated them with some cute daisies (they are safe and edible) *Recipe* Buns (6 Small): 100 Grams of Flour 1 Tbsp Sugar 1/2 Packet dry Yeast 2 Tbsp Strawberry Jam 1 Tbsp Melted Butter 4 Tbsp Milk For Bun Filling: 3 Tbsp Cherry Marmelade For Frosting: 1 Handfull mashed wild strawberries (or any other berry) 200 Grams Cream Cheese 50 Grams melted white chocolate 1 Tbsp Honey