Cooking Basics

Yes, you can dehydrate food in an air fryer, as long as it offers a low temperature setting and you use thin, evenly spaced slices.

Yes, you can cover food with foil in an air fryer when you keep air flow clear and follow your appliance manual.

No, you shouldn’t can food in an Instant Pot because electric pressure cookers can’t reach or hold the tested heat needed for safe home canning.

Yes, you can bake angel food cake in a round pan if you use an ungreased, tall pan, adjust batter volume, and cool the cake fully inverted.

No, baking angel food cake in a Bundt pan risks collapse and sticking—use an ungreased tube pan or follow strict workarounds if you must.

Yes, you can bake angel food cake in a loaf pan if it’s ungreased metal and you adjust batter level and time for even rise.

Yes, you can bake angel food cake in a 9×13 pan; use ungreased metal, fill two-thirds, bake longer, and cool inverted for a tall, even crumb.

Yes, food can burn in a slow cooker when liquid runs low or sugar sauces cook too long; keep moisture up, match pot size, and use proper heat.

Yes, food can be reheated in an air fryer; bring leftovers to 165°F (74°C) for safe, crisp results and avoid crowding for even heat.

Yes, burnt food in the oven can cause a fire when grease, crumbs, or sugar ignite or touch hot elements.