Revealed: The secret function of the drawer under your oven

The oven is an indispensable element of every kitchen, especially for home baking enthusiasts. Although it might seem that everyone knows how to operate it, many people are unaware of all its functions. One of these is hidden in the drawer located under the oven. It usually stores baking trays, but it can do much more.

Have you ever wondered what the proper use of the drawer under the oven is? Many people are unaware of its actual purpose, using it only to store baking trays. This is a common mistake.

Most ovens have a drawer located under the appliance. We usually store baking accessories in it, such as trays, brushes, racks, and similar gadgets. This is a way to manage space, especially in small kitchens. However, it is worth knowing that this drawer, technically called a warming drawer, has an essential function. It can make cooking more accessible for many people.

As the name suggests, the warming drawer is used to heat and keep already prepared food warm. It can maintain a temperature range from 40 to 75 degrees Celsius. Thanks to this, we can simultaneously serve two hot dishes, prepared one after the other. The warming drawer is also perfect for heating dishes, allowing you to serve food on warm plates.

To fully utilize this function's potential, it is important to keep the drawer under the oven clean. This is crucial because it comes into direct contact with food. Regular cleaning of the oven and the drawer will help maintain the dishes' taste and proper hygiene. However, it is not recommended to use strong detergents.

Ideal solutions are home remedies like a 1:1 ratio of water and vinegar. It is enough to wipe the inside of the drawer with a cloth soaked in this mixture. In the case of stronger dirt, such as dried grease, you can use baking soda. Just sprinkle the dirt with soda, moisten it with water, leave it for a few minutes, and then wipe it with warm water. In this way, the dirt should disappear easily.