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Ovens Fact:Cooking food and washing dishes cost the average U.S. household $125 a year, and account for about 10% of all energy used in the home.
Best Features: Choosing a gas oven/range with an electronic ignition instead of a pilot light will cost you half as much to operate as an electric oven/range. If you're in the market for new appliances, by choosing wisely among the latest models with these features, you can increase your kitchen's energy efficiency.
Save Money: Cooking with natural gas is cheaper than cooking with electricity, if you have the choice. If you're using electricity, however, get in the habit of turning off the burners and oven several minutes before the end of the allotted cooking time. The heating element will stay hot long enough to finish the cooking without using more electricity. Try these money-saving steps for a gas or electric oven/range:
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