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Most of us give very little thought to the energy used when cooking. While you may think about the time spent preparing a meal, you may not have thought about what gas or electricity was used. Although quick meals can be a boon when you are busy, you may be inadvertently wasting energy, so here are some ways you can be a more energy efficient cook. Clean Your Drip Pans and Burner Caps Regularly Keeping your cook surfaces clean and tidy is not just about keeping your kitchen looking presentable, it can actually impact your energy efficiency. A dirty surface cannot reflect the heat as effectively as a polished one, so it wastes energy. So, while you may be in the habit of wiping down your cooktop, be sure to clean your drip pans and burner caps regularly. This will improve the energy efficiency and prevent any debris accumulating to cause a clog that will compromise the performance of your appliance. Match Burner Size to Your Cookware Unless you have an induction range or cooktop, using mismatched cookware means that you’re wasting energy heating the air around your pot or pan. One of the most appealing aspects of induction cooking is that it is 20% more efficient compared to electric cooktops and up to 70% more efficient compared to gas. This is because induction heats the cookware through magnetic fields, so only the pot is heated, and the surrounding surface is not. Unless you’re planning on upgrading your cooktop, you

NEW Sub-Zero and Wolf Appliances at UAKCNew Wolf 24-inch oven fits in smaller kitchensDo you want premium appliances, but don't have the space for supersized Sub-Zero built-in fridges or giant Wolf restaurant style ranges. Not to worry. Sub-Zero makes an entire line of undercounter refrigerators and freezers in both swing out doors and drawer versions.We know that small kitchens are nothing new in many Southern California locations, including some of our most exclusive neighborhoods. The experts at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center can help you find the right appliances for your kitchen regardless of your size restrictions. Heres what Sub-Zero and Wolf have to say about their lineup:While many consumers think of Sub-Zero and Wolf for our signature large appliances – like the PRO 48 or our husky, pro-style ranges – we're responding to the small kitchen trend in a vigorous yet thoughtful manner, with slimmer refrigeration, a greater selection of cooktops and modules, and now, a new 24" E series built-in oven.The new Wolf 24" oven is the latest in Wolf's selection of cooking products suitable for small kitchens. Let's take a look at its features:11 COOKING MODES FOR PREDICTABLY DELICIOUS RESULTSA smaller size doesn't mean you sacrifice cooking flexibility. Options from convection broil to keep warm and everything in between assures your dishes will come out perfect every time.MULTIPLE DESIGN OPTIONSTransitional styling fits nicely in a variety of kitchens and pro handle accessory option extends the styling options even further.CONVECTION HEAT FOR MORE CONSISTENT COOKINGDon't you love convection