Spring into the New Season with Low-Temperature Cooking

Low Temperature Cooking

The benefits of low-temperature cooking are manifold. Along with the energy and labor-saving benefits, low-temperature cooking can also help cooks retain natural flavors and oils in their ingredients, increase nutritional food value of the dish, and perhaps even ensure a lower risk for cancer.

With such benefits in the offing, perhaps it's time to spring into this fresh season with one of these low-temperature cooking options.

First, start with this Slow Roasted Asparagus from Kalyn's Kitchen. Nicely browned and tender upon plating, the asparagus spears are sure to complement almost any main course. Better still, they'll complement most diet plans: low-carb, Keto, low-glycemic, gluten-free, Paleo, Whole 30, and South Beach alike.

If you're in search of an entree to pair with your asparagus, we suggest this delectable low-temperature Herb-crusted Spring Lamb from Honest Cooking. Though a bit more time-consuming than the traditional roasting method, this recipe will leave you savoring all the benefits of low-temperature cooking.

The low temperature [method] cooks the meat more evenly, leaving no grey “zone” and an equally pink piece of meat. The meat also shrinks less during cooking and therefore it retains moisture, giving a very juicy roast.

If neither of these options seems appealing, you could always opt for a slow-cooked soup or stew. Since spring is the season for something light and fresh, perhaps forego the heavy vegetable or potato stews in favor of something like this Slow-Cooked Chicken-Barley Stew from Tbsp. The prep time's quick, but the total cook time puts the “slow” in “slow cook.” You'll need nearly nine hours before all is said and done.

Whatever low-temperature recipes you try this spring, we encourage you to keep your dishes safe and warm in a professional food warmer.

Here at Thermodyne Foodservice Products, Inc., we produce premium food warmers for commercial, industrial, and institutional kitchens. To hear more about our products, please feel free to contact us.

We look forward to serving you. 

Low-Temperature Cooking

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