Saving energy dollars begins with choosing the right equipment. Learn which energy-smart features can save you the most money and help you to conserve electricity or gas.
Having more BTUs will not allow you to grill any faster because your food absorbs energy (heat) at a given rate, and what it does not absorb goes up the hood. But having more BTUs is useful if you need a burst of power while cooking (i.e., searing, recovering power, etc.)
If you can cook with an electric charbroiler instead of gas, you will save more energy. Your maintenance costs will also be less.
The great thing about infrared elements is they can reach full power in 90 seconds, eliminating long preheat times.
If you space the burners on a gas model more than six inches apart, you may create hot and cool spots on the surface, causing uneven heating. Your charbroiler will have to work harder.
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