Homeowners and renters can easily determine if they have a stove that features a warming drawer by looking for a button, knob, or slide labeled with the words “warming drawer.” They can also typically find a warning label that explains that the drawer keeps food warm at “serving temperature.” The label notes that they must insert the food when it’s hot to prevent rapid bacterial growth that happens when food temperature drops below 140 degrees Fahrenheit. Given that many people don’t know about the warming drawer and rely on keeping food warm in the oven or reheating it in a microwave, many stove manufacturers have decreased the production and distribution of warming drawer stoves and increased the price of these unique appliances. People shopping for a new stove should always ask a sales representative about the possible inclusion of a warming drawer with at least three warming settings. Some newer, smart models allow a user to customize drawer heat and humidity levels. Consumers can also find models that turn the warming drawer into the equivalent of a slow cooker or bread proofer. These models usually feature a thermostat with sensors that monitor and help manage internal heat and moisture levels.