Can Low-Temperature Cooking Really Save Money?
Can Low-Temperature Cooking Really Save Money?
In a word, yes.
But first, why are we even having this discussion?
Considering Low-Temperature Cooking
It's no secret that many of us, organizations, and individuals alike, actively seek ways to keep down expenses. As we assess where and how we spend money to keep things afloat, we must ask necessary questions about whether or not cutting corners will affect more than just the bottom line. Some cost-saving techniques, while effective in keeping down expenses, could negatively impact the quality of our products and services.
Fortunately, that's not the case with low-temperature cooking. Switching to recipes that pair well with this option will not cause your quality to suffer; and, in fact, will likely save you time and money in the process.
Low-Temperature Savings
Time
When it comes to saving time, low-temperature cooking at first seems to pull a bait-and-switch. Cooking at lower temperatures does tend to increase cook times, it's true; however, most recipes are labor-intensive only before the long cook time commences. Once your dish is safely in the oven, lidded pot, or slow cooker, you're free to turn your attention to other matters. No standing over the stove stirring for you!
Money
The technique of slow cooking matches quite well with less-expensive ingredients. We are by no means encouraging you to skimp on what you serve; however, through slow cooking, you have the opportunity to amplify the natural potential of some perfectly delicious but lower-cost options that are often overlooked.
The slow cooker is best for soups, stews, and other “peasant foods” made with cheap ingredients…beans and inexpensive root vegetables such as potatoes, carrots, and parsnips…More affordable meats, such as pot roasts, chuck roasts, pork roasts, and stew meat. (NerdWallet)
Slow cooking also makes it easier for you to shop and cook in bulk, a double-whammy when it comes to savings because you're saving money both in the planning phase and in production.
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