Think of your broiler like an upside-down grill—broiling is a method of cooking that directly exposes your food to super-high heat, only (typically) from the top rather than the bottom. This makes it perfect for browning or quick-cooking dishes, but one misstep and you’ll be left with a dried-out steak or burnt pizza crust. Whether you’re hoping to brown potatoes into crispy perfection, cook juicy snapper or salmon, or nail the perfect nacho cheese pull, here’s the proper way to use your broiler, according to Kait Capone, Whirlpool brand manager. RELATED: This Simple—and Very Common—Mistake Is Ruining Your Cookware Also, check your oven’s manual to see if the door should remain open or closed when using the broiler.
