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Adopt an eco-friendly kitchen for your food waste\u00a0

UK households are becoming more eco-friendly, with small changes to everyday lifestyles in the home adding up to make a difference. Consumers are looking for ways to make the kitchen more environmentally friendly, so when buying kitchen appliances, they\u2019re looking for those that are more energy efficient and less wasteful.

The most eco-friendly goal regarding food waste is to produce less of it. But for unavoidable food waste, consider installing a food waste disposer in your kitchen sink. The waste is ground up into tiny food particles, which then are washed through the plumbing system rather than contributing to excess methane sitting in landfills.

Speed your tea making up

When you\u2019re waiting for a kettle to boil, life just seems to stand still\u2026 (holding on to the handle impatiently while staring daggers at the kettle won\u2019t speed it up). Perhaps you\u2019re running late for a virtual meeting, or perhaps you just need that first cup of the day ASAP before you can feel human. Hot water taps are by far the fastest way to prepare your cups of tea with near-boiling water at the press of a button, thereby avoiding any tea-related frustration in future.

The popularity of slow cookers

Slow cookers are social media stars. Huge communities of slow cooker fans have joined forces on social media, where they share recipe ideas. Did you know that you can make an entire chocolate cake in the slow cooker? With info like that it\u2019s easy to see why a slow cooker is a must-have small kitchen appliance. The novelty of being able to shove a few raw ingredients into a slow cooker in the morning, and come home to mouth-watering smells and a wholesome cooked meal ready to serve up, never wears off.\u00a0

The rise of air fryers

The slow cooker isn\u2019t the only social media star in the kitchen. According to Future Market Insights (FMI), the market for air fryers is expected to reach US$ 1,861 million by the end of 2031, rising at a compound annual growth rate of over 7% between 2021 and 2031. So what\u2019s so special about an air fryer? They give the texture of deep frying food \u2014 but with only a fraction of the oil.\u00a0

Meat usually doesn\u2019t need any oil added; it cooks in its own meat juices. You can even \u2018boil\u2019 an egg with no water \u2014 it cooks in the air \u2014 the wizardry! They can also be used to heat frozen foods or cook fresh food like vegetables, meat like steak or chicken, and fish such as salmon. If you\u2019re a big fan of fried chicken and chips, give the air fryer a go for a healthy alternative and have fun checking out the air fryer hacks on the internet.\u00a0

FAQs:

What other must-have small kitchen appliances are there?

When you lead a busy life, there\u2019s a thrill in finding something which makes things quicker and easier. Here are some more small appliances no kitchen should be without:
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Coffee machine \u2014 churns out caf\u00e9-quality drinks
Blender \u2014 perfect for a healthy lifestyle, mixing up smoothies and soups from fresh fruit and veg
Food processor \u2014 when you own one, you won\u2019t be able to bake without one again
Microwave \u2014 it\u2019s unusual to see a kitchen without one for a reason!

Is it worth investing in smart kitchen appliances?

Smart kitchen appliances are a good investment \u2014 they\u2019re designed to make your life easier and more convenient. If you\u2019re selling your property, they also add value \u2014 an average spend of \u00a3179 on making your home 'smart' can add up to \u00a316,000 to its value.

Which appliances would speed up the cooking process?

Everyday cooking is usually a race against the clock. We never seem to have enough hours in the day! Here are some appliances which will help you time-save:

A steaming hot water tap \u2014 no need to wait for the kettle to boil to make a hot drink, or add straight to a saucepan for speedier cooking on the stove
A convection oven \u2014 the fan constantly moves the hot air around for speedy cooking
Halogen ovens \u2014 40-50% faster than regular cooking

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What are the best small appliances for your kitchen?