By keeping nuts in the freezer, you can preserve them for as long as two years, and they will retain their peak flavor and texture. Nuts can be kept in the freezer for longer than two years and will remain safe to eat, though they may no longer taste fresh.

But air fryers are not the only kitchen appliance that can get your food cooked quickly and on a budget. Alternative cooking equipment includes halogen ovens, toaster ovens with convection settings, and even traditional wall ovens or range ovens which have a convection mode.

There is a range of factors that can affect how long it takes brownies to cook, such as the size of the pan you use, and whether your oven is cooking at the right temperature. Instead of relying on the clock, you can tell if brownies are done using the toothpick method or by inserting a digital thermometer into the brownies.

Though both gas ovens and electric ovens do a good job of cooking food, there are some key differences you should be aware of regarding cost, installation, cooking speed, and even the type of heat they produce.

Essentially, yes, toaster ovens can be used in the same way as regular ovens, with the only difference being the amount of food you’re able to cook at one time. The main distinction that separates a toaster oven from a regular oven is the size, so while you can cook the same foods with similar results in both appliances, the volume of food you can cook will be quite different.

Like most fresh fish produce, crab legs have a short shelf life when kept in the refrigerator, but you can extend their shelf life considerably by keeping them in the freezer. They will maintain peak condition for up to 6 months in the freezer, and will still be safe to eat beyond this.

Hamburgers can be kept in the freezer indefinitely and will be safe to eat as long as they have been stored consistently at 0°C / 32°F. It is recommended that burgers are used within six months of having been frozen, as their taste can start to deteriorate after this time.

Ramekins intended for use in the oven or under the broiler will typically reach temperatures of between 450 and 500°F, but this will depend on the material the ramekin is made from, and the quality of the produce. Some ramekins made from more robust materials can withstand intensely hot temperatures of up to 900°F. 

Store bought bread keeps well in the freezer for between 4 to 6 months, while homemade bread doesn’t last quite as long because it doesn’t contain the preservatives present in store bought bread. You can expect homemade bread to last for between 2 and 3 months in the freezer, but remember that bread loses its flavor the longer it is left in the freezer.

If you want to extend the shelf life of your pecans even further then they can be stored in the refrigerator or freezer. Pecans will last up to a year in the refrigerator, or up to 2 years when kept in the freezer.

Fresh pork chops will typically only last three to five days in the refrigerator while keeping pork chops in the freezer can allow them to last indefinitely. If you want the tastiest pork chops, they should be frozen for no longer than four to six months.

To preserve the flour indefinitely, storing it in the freezer is your best option. Flour that has been frozen will be in its best condition if used within two years. However, flour which has been kept in the freezer for longer than two years will still be safe to use and eat.