BTUs are a measurement given to describe the level of power that a cooker's gas burners have. Some people think that the higher the BTU the better, but the truth is, if you're looking for a normal family cooker, you're not going to need the BTU levels required for a commercial kitchen, so why waste money?.
Sealed burners
Sealed burners are said to be far easier to clean up around than open burners, which can be a real godsend in the kitchen. For those who are fussy about temperature, there are those who criticise sealed burners for being slightly lower in burning temperature than an open burner. This may well be true, but by choosing a sealed burner with a slightly higher BTU than an open burner then you'll have lost no heat temperature at all.
Fan cookers
Fan or convection cooking means that heat is circulated around the inside of your oven by a fan at the back of the oven. This creates a more even temperature and means faster cooking times too ? which can be a real time saver for those who are in the kitchen a lot.
Ovens of the future?
A new generation of ovens is being produced that use both gas and electricity to cook food more evenly. This only really applies to non-convection ovens as convection ovens manage to distribute heat very evenly with the use of a fan.
Self-cleaning
There are some clever ovens out there these days, and none more so thanthe self-cleaning variety. Gone are the days of inhaling oven cleaner fumes and battling with grease and caked-on food. Self-cleaning ovens essentially scorch dried spills, leaks and splashes off the interior, so cleaning is a thing of the past.
Double ovens
For those who like to cook big family meals, modern ovens now come in a double-oven option.Ideal for family gatherings, you'll be able to fit in everything you need, while opting to use just the smaller oven for everyday meals, which can actually save you money in the long run.
