Top Tips to Prevent Your Pan from Overflowing
Learn how to stop your pan from overflowing with these simple, effective tips!
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To prevent your pan from overflowing, use a larger pan than you think you'll need, keep it uncovered to reduce foam, and reduce the heat once boiling begins. Adding a wooden spoon across the top of the pot can also help break the surface tension and prevent spills.
FAQs & Answers
- What should I do if my pan keeps overflowing? Use a larger pan, reduce heat, and try keeping it uncovered to minimize foam.
- Can a wooden spoon really help prevent spills? Yes, placing a wooden spoon across the top of the pot can break surface tension and help avoid spills.
- What size pan should I use to prevent overflow? Choose a pan that is larger than the volume of food you are preparing to accommodate foaming.
- Does lid position affect pan overflow? Yes, keeping the pan uncovered allows steam to escape and reduces boiling foam.