of the easiest mistakes to make is placing a hot object onto a cool section of the cooktop.
This can include:
- A hot pan
- A hot saucepan lid
- A Dutch oven
- A baking dish
- A kettle
- A cast-iron skillet
- A hot roasting pan
- A griddle
- A heat-retaining trivet or cookware accessory
The problem isn’t simply that the object is hot.
It’s the combination of heat, contact, weight, and temperature difference.
Why a Hot Lid Can Be a Problem
Here’s a scenario many home cooks will recognize.
You’re cooking something on
