So, I came home and did some shopping around and although it seemed rather expensive, I decided to splurge and buy a pan for myself. I use is just about every day.. Love it.
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Paderno World Cuisine 9-1/2-Inch Aluminum Ceramic Coated Frying Pan
So, I came home and did some shopping around and although it seemed rather expensive, I decided to splurge and buy a pan for myself. I use is just about every day.. Love it.
Circulon 8-in. Nonstick Contempo Skillet, Black.
This is the third pot (or pan) I've bought by Circulon.So easy to clean and doesn't need to be pampered like special coatings do.Love it.
Cajun Cookware Skillets 9 Inch Cast Iron Wedge Pan Skillet
bought this for my mother... she absolutely loves it. Loves it so much that this is her second wedge skillet she has because one didn't make enough cornbread fast enough for her. Definitely wanna wash it and burn off the flavor before use
Cuisinart CSK-150 1500-Watt Nonstick Oval Electric Skillet
I was a little nervous when I bought this skillet, since at the time there were no product reviews on it, but I was desperate, and since I had had good luck with other Cuisinart products, I took the chance.Am I glad I did!We were just beginning a major kitchen remodel, which meant that for at least two months I would have to improvise cooking facilities for 5 adults and a grandchild.This skillet has been a real workhorse for me, and a genuine lifesaver (and budget-saver) during the remodel.Its cost was no more than 2 dinners for my family at a moderate-cost restaurant, and I saved that much the first week by cooking those dinners at home in this skillet instead.Its large capacity makes it extremely versatile.I've used it to fry chicken, make one-pan dinners, cook bacon and eggs, frozen blintzes, pot roast, stir-fry meals, you name it. It makes a beautiful risotto, and I've even used it to cook corn on the cob and boil potatoes.Everything came out exactly as I'd hoped, or better. I am especially happy with the Cuisinart's solid, sturdy base that won't let the skillet tip over and endanger the cook (or the curious grandchild).I also love the sturdy nonstick surface, which after two months of frequent use is still like new, in contrast to some nonstick pans I've had where the coating scratches or wore off so quickly that by the 3rd or 4th use the food had to be chipped out.The temperature control responds very quickly, too. You can certainly buy a cheaper electric skillet, but if you use it frequently, a cheap pan will be trash in a short time and you may not be happy with the way it performs in that short lifetime.This Cuisinart is worth every penny, and I expect to be using mine for a long, long time.
I have owned this electric skillet for several months. This is my first electric skillet. I know, shocking, after 25 years of marriage! I love this skillet, and can not believe I did not purchase one sooner. I have done eggs with cheese, fajita's, sausage, etc. Nothing has stuck! The meat browns nicely, the eggs don't stick, everything cooks evenly and as it should.
Best of all, clean up is a breeze!I know the instructions say you can put it in the dishwasher, but I haven't even been tempted. A little dish soap, a little water and a swish with a dishcloth, rinse and dry and the clean up is done!
I wouldn't trade it.
*Update: I have now had this skillet for about 1 year. It still cooks great and cleans as easy as it did new. non-stick finish has been very durable, and the unite heats up nicely. It is nice and large so you can cook up a large amount of food at one time. This is nice when you are cooking for several people. When it is just me and my husband, I can cook the sausage and pancakes at the same time, then I only have one cleanup!
I do at times wish the cooking surface was more level. It seems to be a little lower around the edges. I assume that is on purpose to allow grease to drain.
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I have only had my Cuisinart Electric Skillet for approx. two weeks, but have used it almost every day since receiving it! I love it! Very easy to clean, nothing sticks to it.I have fried chicken twice in it, and it did a wonderful job of it. The chicken fried evenly and got very brown and crusty but no burning. I have fried pork chops in it, and it was the same, cooked perfectly. I have found it fries bacon much better and more evenly than trying to do it on my stove and so much easier to clean up because it doesn't spatter as badly as cooking in a more shallow skillet. Plus, my stove top is smooth glass and frying on it is always messy and causes the grease to burn onto it and then has to be cleaned with special glasstop cleanser, so I don't make a mess on my stove when I use the skillet. I cooked hamburgers in it yesterday and they were delicious, browned on the outside but juicy inside. The best I have cooked in a long time. I cannot praise this skillet enough!I have been searching for a 16-in. electric skillet for the past year but every one that I would find listed on Amazon (which is the same selection, or even better selection) than I would find in a local department store, and as I always read customer reviews before I buy (I feel this is the best way to find out about any product before actually buying and using it, from people who have it and have used it) they all had some bad features, either in the design or workmanship, and in the case of Rival, not good customer service.So I stayed away from every brand that I read about for the 16 in. elec. skillets.Then, just recently, I was checking out the food network website and noticed this oval shaped one by Cuisinart that they offered, and though the price was the same as on amazon, I went with amazon because of the free shipping. I was also hoping that amazon would have a few customer reviews for me to read so I could see how others either liked or disliked the skillet, but alas, there were none!I guess it is too new yet to have many customer reviews. Though it is not quite the 16 inches that I was looking for, the 15"X12" size has proven to be just as good, it easily holds a whole chicken without crowding. The one inch differenc wasn't enough to stop me from buying it.I knew Cuisinart was a very good brand, so I trusted the name, and took a chance and I am so happy that I did.It is pure joy to cook in this skillet. I haven't even put it away since I have had it, as I use it almost every day, I just keep it sitting on the end of my counter in the kitchen, where I use it.The only criticism I could offer is the shortness of the cord, but I have found this is true with every electric skillet that I have looked at, and was true with my old one that I gave my daughter when I purchased this one.It seems you can't wear electric skillets out, as I had that one for about 25 years! But back to the short cord. I think it is a safety feature so that you won't get caught in the electric cord and pull the skillet off the counter or table and cause burns to yourself or damage the skillet. And thankfully, the cord is just long enough to reach the outlet on the down-side of my counter top without having to use an extension.If I used it close to a wall with a wall socket, it would reach even better. But since I don't have a lot of counter space and the counter top range takes up so much of my space, it is more convenient for me to have it at the end of the counter top. And it is worth every penny of the hundred dollar price!I highly recommend it.
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I picked this out as a gift based on all of the positive reviews.The first unit arrived and looked OK at a glance.Upon closer inspection, I found some scratches on the exterior and weird spots in the non-stick surface.When I flipped the unit over, I found all of the model information is imprinted into the metal surface; including a serial number.That serial number had been covered up with a black mark and a second serial number has been printed below in black type.I confirmed with Cuisinart customer service that this indicates that the unit has been refurbished.My order was for a NEW unit from amazon.com (not a marketplace seller).Amazon customer service quickly created a new order for another unit at no charge to me and provided me with postage to return the refurb unit.I was assured that the replacement unit would be new.A week later, the replacement arrived and it also has 2 serial numbers and even worse defects in the non-stick coating (rough spots).I am now returning for a refund.Buyer beware.Check your serial number!
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During my 30 plus years of marriage, I have owned at least 5 electric skillets. When the last one broke, I decided to do some research and bought the Cuisinart 150. I was skeptical about the oval shape since all my others were rectanglar and I felt that those extra corners meant more room. However, the shape does not matter. In fact, since most foods are rounded, the oval is better. The Cuisinart 150 cooks evenly, there are no hot coil spots on my foods. It preheats quickly and cooks very quickly also. it also lies level on my counter which for some odd reason the others never did. I don't think I have ever been so happy with a kitchen appliance before. I use my skillet at least once a week, for chicken, eggplant or veal cutlets, as well as for beef stroganoff or other all-in-one-pan meals. I would give this product a perfect 10. It is worth the higher price because it is so well-built and does such a great job.
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Bene Casa Frypan N/S 6" w/ Glass Lid
I use this small lidded skillet every day to cook my breakfast.I put a teaspoon of butter in the bottom and a slab of turkey ham and a chunk of cheese on top of that.Around the periphery, I put half-slices of mushrooms or squash or tomato or a combination, making a flower design.Then I cover and cook on medium-low heat (3.5 of 10)for twelve minutes.Then I add two eggs, pepper and sometimes basil or dill, and cover and cook for seven minutes more.Then I remove it from the burner, let the concoction settle for ten minutes and breakfast is served.Perfect every time.Prior to purchasing this pan, I used a Calphalon 6-inch omelet pan that they don't make anymore with a lid from the thrift stove that fit just inside the lip.It worked well enough, but looked junky.Having a fitted glass lid with a vent is better.Not just in the looks department.The vent allows some of the steam to escape and being glass you can see if the eggs have firmed up without removing the lid and losing steam and heat.
I have no idea about the long term durability of this product.I have been using it daily since I got it four or five weeks ago and I see no signs of wear.
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This pan has one major flaw that should rule it out:it falls over because the handle is so much heavier than the pan itself.When the pan is empty or has a few lightweight items in it (e.g. an egg or a small onion), it WILL fall over, nearly 100% of the time--even if you put it on a flat countertop.The only conditions under which it won't fall over are if you are holding the handle, if the glass cover is on it, or if heavy food items are inside.Quality is otherwise pretty good.Non-stick works great, well-made lid fits nicely, and it cooks acceptably well.The imbalance issue makes it a "don't buy," because in most common cooking use, at some point, one will need to lift off the counterbalance of the glass lid, or let go of the handle; and a hot pan containing hot food or oil could cause injury, damage to the fallen pan or at least a total mess of the stove.I love the hard-to-find 6 inch size and the fact that it has a nice lid, and will probably not spend the time or the cost of returning it.I'll find some very limited, and CAREFUL, use of it.For safety reasons alone, I would not recommend it.
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I bought this item as a gift and she loves it. As a single person she didn't need a large skillet in cook in so it is perfect for her.Want Bene Casa Frypan N/S 6" w/ Glass Lid Discount?
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NEW 12" Electric Skillet/Fryer (Kitchen & Housewares)
Of the several electric skillets I use regularly, this is the least versatile. The heating is very spotty, with areas in the center and along the outer edges much cooler than those in direct contact with the heating element, resulting in uneven browning.It is not good at all for extended frying, unless you like soggy, greasy food. The thermostat doesn't sustain temps--when the set temperature is reached, the thermostat shuts down the heat, and food just sits there soaking up grease until the thermostat decides to come on again. Even simmering sauces is iffy with this skillet, since foods tend to stick directly above the heating element, even at lowest settings. I give it one star at most.
It's SHALLOW, so you wont want to do much in the way of pan sauce or serious deglazing or gravies in it... but it's big enough for four boneless chops or chicken breasts... makes a beautiful omlette....(what I used it for this morning)
and it gets HOT HOT FAST FAST... becareful... I sprayed my pan, and before I could crack my egg, the spray was scortched.not use to that speed in the heating up dept. and it's LIGHT with a good heavy QUALITY glass lid.
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This purchase was for a light duty backup for extra side dishes.Would not use such a poorly controlled cooking surface for anything other than keeping water warm and then it would probably boil dry one time and fail to heat at all the next.No reliable heat control evident no matter what the heat selector dial setting is.Is now relegated to the 'learned one there' pile of rejects.In short, it looks very nice, good finish, lid doesn't fit all that well though and the temperature control is a deal breaker.It's not worth Amazon tarnishing their image with this item.Read Best Reviews of NEW 12" Electric Skillet/Fryer (Kitchen & Housewares) Here
The depth of the cooking surface area is too small compare to the overall actual size of the skillet. Also, it does not get hot uniformly. The skillet outer most material and handles are not sturdy. I bought two of them for me and a friend and I already gave away mine. I would neither buy it again nor recommend to anyone to buy it.Want NEW 12" Electric Skillet/Fryer (Kitchen & Housewares) Discount?
Most inexpensive skillets are good for a year or two.
This one lasted less than a month.
The weight of the metal the pan is made from is so light that it warped with a few uses.
Hardly any heat spread at all.
Non stick liner didn't last the month either.
Is a very nice looking unit.Just made substandard.
Pay a couple dollars more for a better known brand.
Charcoal Companion Cast Iron 7-Inch Diameter Grill Press, Round
A great cooking tool!I bought the Charcoal Companion to use as a press to make paninis in my 7-inch cast iron, ridged, grill pan. Theridged, heavy-weight size,press had been dificult to find to fit my small skillet, so Iwas excited to try it when it arrived!I decided to make a paninii of left over chicken that day.Much to my surprise, it would not make the brownedridges I desired but only squashed the panini.I thought about it and realized the grill press was not hot when it contacted the bread.I have an induction cooktop so decided to see if it would heat the ridged press.It did!I put the grill press on one burner, heated my ridged cast iron pan on another burner.When I decided the temperature was right(I heated on No. 7 on my cooktop) I placed the panini in my skillet, then placed the grill on top.Viola!It produced a perfect ridged panini.
I did brush the grill press with oilive oil before placing on my burner, the same as I did my cast iron skillet.I lightly buttered both outsides of my sandwich. This gave a me an authentic panini.
I do not use regular white or wheat bread.I use french,baguette or aritisan bread from my supermarke I slice myself.I don' think regular sliced bread would hold up to this procedure.
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Have used it consistently with my cast iron pan and my induction cookware (which I also bought from Amazon).Needs to be heated separately, though meaning if you have induction cookware, be prepared to heat the grill press on its own first.Once heated, it can be applied to the meat and it will sear it nicely.Recommend it, but with a caveat:Needs to be heated on its own first.Read Best Reviews of Charcoal Companion Cast Iron 7-Inch Diameter Grill Press, Round Here
Excellent time saver, Helps speed up cooking when used on bacon and burgers. The price is right for this Grill press. Works with induction stove tops as well, just be careful not to burn yourself as the wooden handle stays cool but the exposed metal ends get VERY hot.Want Charcoal Companion Cast Iron 7-Inch Diameter Grill Press, Round Discount?
I purchased this along with a different press to use making bacon on an oblong antique cast iron griddle.My family initially thought this was kind of a goofy, frivolous purchase but they have been amazed at how much better the bacon is using this.It makes it nice and flat and more uniformly cooks it without as many "rare" fat spots.If you prefer the rare spots you simply would cook the bacon for a shorter time.I think it shortens cooking time somewhat by holding heat on the top of the meat.The bottom of this is cast with ridges about 3/16" tall, spaced about 5/8" apart.I've discovered that this makes it great for doing tube meat like hot dogs and sausages.You can use the press to cook along the whole length all the way around by placing the meat parallel to and between the ridges.I've also used it for frying cornbread and get a much more uniform cooking of it than I used to.I've only had it now for a few weeks but I'm sure I'll think of many more uses for it.There are other presses that weigh more but the weight of this has proven sufficient for any use to which I have put it.The seasoning appears to be good as so far I've had no issues with it sticking.The casting is of good quality with a pretty smooth surface and no flaws.The only reason I didn't give this a 5 star rating is that you have to be careful with the ends of the handle.The wood handle is long enough to easily handle the hot press, safely avoiding the posts to which it is mounted.However a few times while holding the press to adjust my meat my hand has come in contact with the top of the posts (the handle is mounted between them).The press hasn't been hot enough to create a burn on my hand but it's an uncomfortable moment nonetheless.I usually just wipe my cast iron cooking tools with a paper towel between uses so haven't tried washing this.The ridges might create a bit of a challenge but I can't think of why you might get food stuck to the bottom to necessitate this.Regardless I think this slight risk is worth the extra utility of having the ridges.I looked at a number of these but was restricted in size by the flat area of the griddle.I was concerned that this wouldn't cover all my bacon but before my other press arrived I used only this one switching it from end to end.With bacon this worked about as well as having 2 presses.
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Le Creuset 12-Ounce Enameled Cast-Iron Cleaner
I have owned Le Creuset products for years and have heard suggestions for everything from Soft Scrub to salt for cleaning.I recently changed to earth-friendly products and have been using Bon Ami cleanser in my home.It is noted on the can that it's recommended by Chantal, Corning Ware, Farberware among many others for cleaning their cookware so I thought I'd give it a try on the interior of my Le Creuset.Works like magic, rinses clean and does not scratch.Gets that last little bit of "stuff" out that your scrubbie pad can't seem to get off, removes light stains.Best of all, it only costs about $1 for a whole can!Try it on your stainless pots & pans, too.I bought the Le Creuset cleaner recently to see if it would get the brown spots off the underside of my pans but it didn't work & unfortunately nothing seems to.Be careful if you have an electric stove that your stove burners do not damage the bottom of your Le Creuset, mine have I did not have this problem when I cooked on a gas stove. All in all the Le Creuset cleaner does not work any better than Bon Ami, so I will save my money in the future.
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This product did not remove month old stain on my Le Creuset Dutch oven.Also, it did not bring back shine to the enamel. It recommends wearing rubber gloves while using this product.The label does not specify that this product is biodegradable. Le Crueset recommends removing stains from enamel by boiling 1 part Tide or Gain and 3 parts water for 10 minutes in the enameled container.Let cool and wash with dish wash soap.Dry the container and then rub with white vinegar to renew shine.
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One thing I should have done before using my Le Creuset grill pan is READ the manual! Apparently cast iron can function on a much lower heat than metal pans, so naturally I turned the heat up fairly high to grill some chicken and apparently that is a no, no with cast iron. Due to the pan overheating, my marinade got stuck to the bottom and I thought it would never come off. After letting the pan completely cool, I soaked it in water and reg. dish washing soap for a few hours and most of the marinade came off. But for the rest, nothing seemed to take off the stains but this! I am very glad I purchased this to complete my Le Creuset set. It's something nice to have on hand for those stubborn stains that regular dishwashing soap can't remove.Want Le Creuset 12-Ounce Enameled Cast-Iron Cleaner Discount?
I didn't realize how inferior this product was until I used Bar Keeper's Friend instead to remove some stains from the bottom and inside of my Le Creuset pot, it doesn't ruin the enamel finish and it works much quicker. The best part? It costs 10x less! (if you don't buy it online). I do not recommend this cleaner.
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BergHOFF 11-Inch Scala Frying Pan with Ceramic Coating
I wanted to try a pan with ceramic coating so selected this one because it was a good size and was on sale.I love this pan.It is perfect. Food doesn't stick and it washes very easily.I would recommend this pan to others.
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I'm sorry to say I have several things against it. The helper handle gets HOT despite statement that it does not--I have burnt myself on it. That helper handle is one of the reasons I bought the skillet. The metal part between the skillet and the long handle gets HOT and burns skin. The long handle tends to come unscrewed--not funny when holding a hot skilletful of hot food.... The sloped-out side prevents the food from being turned easily--the food just climbs up the side. The sloped-out side is a pain because it is so hard to dish up anything--it goes up the side instead of on the turner or spoon. Disappointed in the finish--I was excited to try this new porcelain material, but it is not holding up very well.Read Best Reviews of BergHOFF 11-Inch Scala Frying Pan with Ceramic Coating Here
I got this to compliment the 5 piece Scala set and it's amazing cookware.See my review on the 5-piece Scala set for more info.Want BergHOFF 11-Inch Scala Frying Pan with Ceramic Coating Discount?
Like some of the other reviewers here, I was very excited about this pan. It worked beautifully the first few weeks that I had it. Food would slide right off. Then almost overnight, food started sticking to the pan. Now a third of my food stays attached to the pan!This is in spite of treating the pan very carefully. I have Calphalon non-stick pans and they are still going strong after 2 years, so this is quite unacceptable quality
It seems that they have had a lot of complaints about this, because on their website they have a disclaimer that food sticking to the pan is not covered by warranty. Really? The product description spends a lot of time touting the benefits of the non-stick coating clearly deceptive marketing.
Also, as another reviewer mentions, the helper handle gets very hot. I burnt my fingers the first time that I tried to lift a full pan off the range with both hands. The handle is loose and rotates easily.
If you are looking for a non-stick pan, look elsewhere. This pan can only lead to frustration and pain!
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Mexican Origins Universal Pan
It was just what I needed for my larger skillets. Glass in top was a bonus to view what ever was cooking.
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I bought this cover for a 14" skillet. The skillet came and I measured them up and it didn't fit. When I purchased this cover they said that it would fit a 14" pan. The cover fell right through the pan. However, it is great for any pan smaller than 14".Read Best Reviews of Mexican Origins Universal Pan Here
I am very disappointed that the description provided on Amazon that this lid fits pans up to 14-inch diameter does not accurately match the sleeve on the product itself, which clearly states that it fits only up to a 13.5-inch diameter pan.I specifically bought it based on Amazon's online description, to go along with a new 14-inch skillet I purchased as a Christmas gift for my husband.Love the pan, will be returning the lid.Please fix the description!Want Mexican Origins Universal Pan Discount?
I was looking for a pan lid that would fit a 14" fry pan.This was the only one that stated the size as 14".It was not 14", but 13 3/4".That does not work on a 14" opening.
Earth Pan II by Farberware 10-Piece Nonstick Cookware Set
In a previous life I was a professional chef, but now I cook for pleasure. So, trust me, I know how to handle cookware. I bought my set for the environmental and health benefits and because they were marketed as very durable. They are not.Without doing a little research I can't say for sure when I purchased the set, but my memory says no more than a year ago (perhaps less). I followed the care instructions carefully and diligently; like stacking the pans with paper towels in between them, handwashing only and with a non-scouring pad.
The 12-inch saute pan is rapidly chipping/flaking.The smaller saute pans are also chipping/flaking but not as bad. So too is the skillet.The pots seem to be doing well.Though I use all of the pots and pans equally and I only use teak or plastic utensils.
And as for non-stick I'm not impressed. You're instructed not to use non-stick sprays like Pam or margarine. A little butter is okay. I tried first not to use anything and my fried eggs adhered to the pan like cement.
If I can find the time I will investigate the possibility of some sort of warranty compensation. Otherwise I'll fork over the cash for a whole new set of stainless or hard anodized aluminum.
So, all said, I would definitely not recommend these pans.If you're like me and you're looking for environmental and health benefits along with durability and affordability in your cookware, then do what I'm going to do go stainless steel.
I may end up adding a little more fat to my diet because I'll be using a little more butter here and there, but I've already offset that by switching to brown rice, whole wheat breads and pastas and a little more exercise.
I have been using this set non-stop for over a month.I love it it is the best non-stick surface I've ever used.I haven't had any problem with carbon build-up, but then again, I don't use non-stick cooking sprays I use an oil spritzer.The difference between the two is that non-stick sprays contain soy lecithin which is totally fine and won't harm you in the least, but it builds up on your cookware over time.As long as you avoid these, any non-stick cookware should last you for years, assuming you use wooden or silicone utensils.I love that they are oven safe because the handles are silicone instead of rubber.
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I bought these pans on advice from sales lady.Really loved them until finish on bottom and side of frying pan started flaking off after only 4 weeks of occassional use.Will be returning set to store for refund.I only hand washed them and never used more then low medium heat with them.And only rubber utinsels.I am really dissappointed because it is a nice set if they would have held up in quality.Read Best Reviews of Earth Pan II by Farberware 10-Piece Nonstick Cookware Set Here
We bought these cookware items based on the "green" tag and good reviews.And my wife loved the color.Unfortunately, the bloom soon came off the rose.The smallest pan, the one least used, was the first to show wear, as the paint started to flake off the bottom.Then the larger pan lost its...non-stickiness.Soon we were forced to scoop items out of the pan, leaving large strips of cooked eggs, fish, or chicken clinging to the cooking surface.We then needed to soak the pan for awhile to facilitate food removal.
Non-stick?I think not.Rest assured, these pans have never seen the inside of a dishwasher, nor have they been scrubbed with anything harder than an orange and yellow plastic scouring pad.No metal utensils either.In fact, the "non-stick" coating, though discolored, is intact.No scratches or dings.It just doesn't work as billed.
And all this in less than a year.
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I purchased this set after reading the Consumer Reports reviews and comparing to the Xtrema Cookware.I was sadly disappointed after three months of use, that the coating began to scratch off using wooden and silicon utensils.Subsequent uses has resulted in burnt food and very difficult cleanings.I'm sooo frustrated! Buyer beware.Save 1% Off
Smart Planet PP-5 Waffle Cone Maker
I love the waffle cone maker.The cones come out great!The only thing is, it gets so hot, that even with a mitt, it's difficult to open it up when ready.
The good: It heats up relatively quickly and its nonstick surface is easy to clean. Its instruction booklet comes with two recipes (original and chocolate). The original is pretty good. This appliance will smell pretty darn good if you don't leave the batter in too long. It makes for a good-sized cone, but can also do minis if you'd like. OR you can place a waffle over a tea cup or glass to make a waffle bowl.
Things to look out for with the APPLIANCE:
MESSY--as with most kitchen endeavors, waffle cone making is a messy process with any iron/method. With this product, make sure you have a towel or plate underneath it to catch any batter spillage. If you're putting in 1-2 tbs of batter, it should be pretty minimal.
HOT--Use a hot pad or towel to open the iron after it's done cooking. Have a butter knife or thin spatula on hand to remove the waffle from the iron and to place it on a towel on your rolling surface. Use the towel to roll the cone with the provided cone mold so it doesn't burn you.
Extra things about waffle cone making in general:
See above, because it's going to be true for most methods.
Try David Lebovitz's waffle cone recipe from The Perfect Scoop (available from Amazon) or Jeni Bauer's recipe from Jeni's Splendid Ice Cream At Home (also on Amazon). Finally, the best recipe I've done so far is actually Gluten-Free!
The above authors/ice cream makers give good tips on the process as well.
I'd recommend this product to anyone interested in making waffle cones for fun--it's definitely a hit with parties, family and friends. It is not, however, NSF-certified and if you're in the business of making ice cream, you'd already know that and be looking elsewhere.
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I used to work at an ice cream shop and love fresh waffle cones, so my husband surprised me with this appliance for my birthday.I was not expecting it to make restaurant quality cones, but I thought I would get some decent cones at least.The only thing great about this appliance is the batter recipe found in the booklet.After trying to roll over 15 waffle cones, I'm returning it immediately, and here's why:
The lid isn't stable and will slam shut on you at the slightest touch (burning hot!)
The front handle/ lip that is supposed to be used for lifting the lid is burning hot and you have to use an oven mitt to touch it.
The indicator light does not click on and off consistently.Sometimes it indicates "ready" when the waffle is undercooked, and sometimes it indicates "ready" when the waffle is completely burned and inedible.
The waffles that I managed to cook okay were paper thin and tore easily, making it very difficult to roll into the cone shape.
The instructions were not very easy to follow and seemed disorganized.
Like I mentioned, many of the torn waffle scraps I sampled were delicious and the recipe is right on.But that's where the good ends and the bad begins.Please, don't waste your money or put anyone in danger by operating this appliance.
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