The Electric Stove Top Mistake That Wastes Tons Of Energy - Chowhound

Have a favorite stove burner? It might be time to shake up your habits. The typical electric stove top features coil burners in two sizes, ranging from 6 to 12 inches in diameter. With a turn of the knob, electricity powers the metal coil until it becomes hot, which then transfers to cookware with contact, heating up its contents. However, the heating element's efficiency is influenced by the size of the pot or…