Beat the heat by cooking with compact, portable appliances
If you're looking to keep your home cooler this summer, an air fryer might be just what you need. Whether you're in the mood for crispy french fries or a delicious air fryer parmesan chicken, this compact appliance can prepare a variety of dishes that are usually made in the oven. Although its smaller size may limit the quantity of some meals, it can also cut cooking times by up to half, depending on the recipe.
Craving a homemade blackberry cobbler or another dish that might not work well in an air fryer? Consider using pressure cookers, slow cookers, or toaster ovens as excellent alternatives to a traditional oven. With these compact appliances, you may find that you don’t need to turn on your oven at all this summer.
One added benefit of using smaller appliances during the warmer months is that you can use them outside. Since they are portable and only need a power source, try setting them up on your porch or patio to keep the heat out of your home. While this idea may seem unusual, it has historical precedent. In the 18th and 19th centuries, before air conditioning, summer kitchens were often built separately from the main house in Europe and America to cook outdoors during the hottest months, helping to keep indoor spaces cooler. Using your air fryer or other compact appliances outside can achieve the same effect.
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