provide excellent temperature control, so you may not need a diffuser for everyday cooking.
However, it can still be useful when:
- Your burner runs hotter than you’d like.
- You’re cooking something delicate.
- Your pot develops hot spots.
- You need a very gentle simmer.
- You’re working with cookware that responds poorly to intense direct heat.
Always make sure the diffuser is compatible with your particular cooktop and cookware, and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
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