Basic Aga 101

We are the proud owners of an Aga. (pronounced more like Arghargh)In any event, these are quite handy in the London area.

What is an Aga you ask? Well, it is a gas type stove with heaters on the top. Ours is a two oven model.

Ovens: The higher up you get, the warmer it is. So if you wish to keep something warm- crockpot type, use the very bottom. If you wish to broil, top oven, top shelf. And everything else is in between. It is very nice that nothing really dries out. You do have to check often. Ugh, that loaf of bread turned out really crispy!!

Burners. If you wish to saute' some food, right burner. If you wish to boil water, left burner.

This is truly a unique appliance! I thought it an old fashioned stove, but am learning it is much more. It is gas and keeps the kitchen toasty warm- speaking of-- bottom oven, middle shelf.

But wait, there is more, it is not simply an oven, it is a house warmer, as it cuts down on the electric bills. And it is a clothes dryer. (Since ours is the size of a utensil drawer.) I looked on the Aga site and there are cooking classes and special cookware. Who knew? I am still a novice, but learning quickly. :)

To illustrate my point, here are a few pictures of it amazing versatility. Happy New Year!