This tip applies to all kinds of cooking – pre-heating the pan seals the juices of meat patties or slices and gives it a nice brown sear from the moment it hits the pan. Not pre-heating your pan can result in soggy food or vegetables that take too long to turn tender. You can tell if your pan is ready if a few drops of water thrown on the cooking surface “jump” and evaporate.
Pre-Heat Your Pans and Ovens
