{"id":1556,"date":"2022-12-15T15:01:12","date_gmt":"2022-12-15T10:01:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kitchenmagician.co.uk\/?p=1556"},"modified":"2022-12-15T15:01:17","modified_gmt":"2022-12-15T10:01:17","slug":"what-is-a-warming-drawer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kitchenmagician.co.uk\/what-is-a-warming-drawer\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is A Warming Drawer? Which one is Best? (2023 Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Lately, there has been a buzz among professional chefs about warming drawers. In eateries and cafes, they are known as the \u201cbest-kept secret.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But what exactly is a warming drawer? How do they work? And most importantly, are they worth your hard-earned money?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you don\u2019t know much about it, then here\u2019s your quick answer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Warming drawers are used in baking to raise bread dough early. They are widely used to keep food and plates warm. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The temperature range of baking drawers is 15 \u00b0C to 93 \u00b0C (60 \u00b0F – 200 \u00b0F). Mostly all freestanding gas stoves<\/a> come with an installed drawer at the bottom.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

But do all cookers and ovens already have it? If not, then should you buy it? Well, in this article, we will guide you in detail. So sit back and keep on reading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Is A Warming Drawer?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A warming drawer is the \u201cbaking drawer\u201d, which is located at the bottom of your oven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is used to keep your cooked meal hot. People also store their crockery in northern parts to keep utensils warm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What Are Warming Drawers Used For?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Warming drawers are used for keeping the Indian spices. Furthermore, you can also use it to raise your dough fast. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, it is a perfect substitute for a slow cooker. They have the same temperature as slow cookers in medium settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Warming Drawer Temperature<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The temperature of the warming drawer can reach up to 93\u00b0C (200\u00b0F) at high settings. At low settings, it remains at 15 \u00b0C (60 \u00b0F).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can turn it by moving the control knob. It has two settings i.e. high and low.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Long Can A Warming Drawer Stay On?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It can stay on for a maximum of 80 minutes. In general, the duration varies depending on the model and size. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Is A Warming Drawer On A Stove?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Gas and some electric oven ranges<\/a><\/strong> have pre-installed warming drawers. They are located at the bottom of the stove. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some of the baking drawers have racks and boxes in them. You can use them to keep your food warm or slow cooking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How To Use a Warming Drawer? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For our research, we test the Bosch warming drawer. We keep the marinated meat to age and dough in it. Here\u2019s how to use it properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Open the drawer by pressing in the middle and place your food in it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Set the right setting by moving the control knob from 1 – 4.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Shut the door for the designated time.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    The best part is you can also use it for thawing frozen food. If your appliance has racks, you can use them simultaneously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    About Bosch Warming Drawers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The Boshe baking draw has no handle. So, you need to press in the middle to open it. There is a separate heating element and operating indicator. Furthermore, there is a control knob that has 4 settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n