Electric Plate warmer

Some dishwashers have a "plate warmer" cycle: Instead of washing dishes, the dishwasher dry heats them. Run the cycle a few minutes before you are ready to serve a meal, and your plates and serving platters will keep your food piping hot.Stack plates in the oven from 140°F to 190°F (60°C to 90°C) for about 15 minutes. Be careful: avoid heating plates up to 175°F (80°C) as you can burn yourself by touching plates which are too hot. Some ovens have a warmer drawer, specifically designed to keep dishes hot before serving.