We should always cover hot food with a lid because it keeps the food warmer. This is because when we cover the hot food with a lid, warm air from the food cannot escape, and this reduces heat loss by convection.
HOTSMART PLATES keep food hot, and some people are using them after bariatric surgery or WLS (WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY), however they were designed simply to enjoy hot food. they remain hot for 30 minutes...
Because the foil is shiny, and this makes it reflect the heat emitted from the source back into the centre, thus insulating it, and keeping your lovely sausages warm.
To avoid drying out the food, cover it with plastic wrap then place a light towel over the plastic. Set the plate over a pan of hot (not boiling) water. Many foods, such as eggs, poultry and meats...
Bacteria lives better at warm temperatures. Colder temperatures keep bacteria from forming on foods. It is important to keep foods out of the bacteria living temperature.