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Choosing the Right Pan Size

Secrets of the Yiayia Sisterhood

From , former About.com Guide

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The perfect pan size makes a difference

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Whatever you cook, the pan should always be full. Don't have your food spread out in a pan that's too big. If the right sized pan just isn't available, use loosely bunch foil or baking parchment paper to fill the empty space so the food being cooked stays together.

~ Contributor: Yiayia Aggeliki Anagnostopoulou.



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