A broiler gives food the kind of grill-kissed color, taste, and texture that the regular heat of an oven doesn’t deliver. Here’s how to use it.

Now you know how a broiler works, you might wonder how to use it properly. Our experts shared their top tips on using a broiler to achieve the perfect crispy finish for your dish. 1.

If you're using a drawer broiler, check the oven's manual to see if the rack adjusts. If it does, set it to its lowest setting. If you find that your foods are taking too long to broil, ...