Energy Savers: Cook With A Full Oven And Don't Peek

BALTIMORE (WJZ)— This energy saver focuses on ways to be a smart cooker.

Mary Bubala has more.

Energy experts say cook with a full oven. If you have three dishes to be cooked at slightly different temps, pick the average to cook all three.

Don't peek. Every time you open the oven the temperature is lowered by 25 to 75 degrees. Use a timer if the oven door does not have a window.

And use the broiler when possible. It uses less energy and pre-heating is not required.