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1795 - The Woodburning Stove
The Woodburning Stove was the primary means for cooking during this time period. Wood was easily accessible and easy to obtain. -
The Coal Oven
The Coal Oven replaced the woodburning stove. However coal was not as easily accessible and had to be purchased for use. The production of coal, however, created jobs. -
The Gas Oven
The Gas Oven was a fixture in many kitchens of the 1920's -
The Electric Oven
The first electric ovens looked much differently than our current, modern day ovens. However, they were considered a modern miracle! -
The First Microwave
The first microwave, though a far cry from our modern prototype, was actually an accident, discovered by Dr. Percy Spencer. The microwave was actually a biproduct of another technology. However, it has become a fixture in most modern kitchens.
