If you’re cooking a delicate sauce, or melting chocolate, it is important to use a really low and gentle heat. Low and gentle heat is best for simmering and prevents sauces from boiling over. That’s why we need a heat diffuser. Heat diffuser prevents hot spots and provides optimal heat control to ensure your foods and sauces will not scorch or burn. A must have for any kitchen.
1.HIC Heat Diffuser Simmer Plate, 8.25″
Difficult to get the heat low enough for food? The HIC Heat Diffuser Simmer Plate is a solution. This 8.25″ aluminum heat diffuser spreads heat evenly across the bottom of your pan, preventing hot spots in pans and providing optimal heat control. Perfect for melting chocolate, simmering and preventing pots from boiling over. Also works great for balancing small pots. Comes with a removable handle for compact storage.
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2.Norpro 144 Heat Diffuser
No more hot spots and burning with the Norpro 144 Heat Diffuser. Made of tin with a wooden handle, this heat diffuser can be used on electric or gas stove tops. It adds a layer of protection between the burner and the bottom of the pan, preventing scorching, burning and boil overs, while allowing heat to get through. It is also a great way to protect glass and porcelain from overheating and cracking. Perfect for cooking a delicate sauce, or melting chocolate.
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3.Ilsa 7-Inch Cast Iron Heat Diffuser
Now you can have the even heat of cast iron cookware, without having to use cast iron cookware, with the Ilsa 7-Inch Cast Iron Heat Diffuser. Made of cast iron, this heat diffuer evens your electric or gas burners heat surface while eliminating unwanted hot spots. Easy to use, just place the diffuser on your electric or gas burner then place your regular pots and pans on top of it. Comes with a stainless steel handle for added safety and convenience.
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4.Ilsa Cast Iron Heat Diffuser Reducer 8.25 Inch
If you want to cook slow and with no burning, the Ilsa Cast Iron Heat Diffuser Reducer is an answer. Use this heat diffuser with pots and pans can distribute heat evenly and eliminate the need to stir food while cooking. It helps to save energy by needing less heat. Comes with a removable handle for easy storage. Also great for use as a trivet keeps the flame from directly hitting your pots and pans so they will always look new. Hand washes.
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5.Nordic Ware 8 Inch Heat Tamer and Burner Plate
Tired of getting ugly ring marks on your pots and pans? Turn to Nordic Ware 8 Inch Heat Tamer and Burner Plate. With a stylish black European design, this burner plate is made of aluminized steel. It creates flat cooking surface and spreads heat evenly under pots, resists spills, boil-overs. Fits most electric-coil or gas burners. Perfect for getting rid of hot spots and spreading heat evenly across the bottom of your pot or pan.
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