We decided on the Cirulon Infinite cookware after looking at a lot of other brands. The quality and versatility makes this affordable (a relative term, I know) line of cookware a great value. After 6 months of heavy use, we are more than pleased with the durability and performance.* Very Thick Bottoms Allows for even heating of cooking surface
* Great Nonstick Surface Really nonstick, no issues at all DO NOT use nonstick sprays or "heavy oils" as these will ruin the nonstick properties (read the instructions)!
* Requires Less Oils We were able to cut way back on the amount of cooking oils we use
* Durable
* Oven Safe
* Dishwasher Safe
*Important* Follow the manufactures instructions and you will have great results.
Highly Recommended!
After soaking with soap and hot water with poor results, it finally took using Goo Gone three times to remove the sticker residue. Soak heavily in Goo Gone overnight then remove with a soft sponge and very hot water.
I called Meyer, spoke to Martha in customer service, and asked why Circulon would place a sticker smack dab in the middle of the cooking surface. I was told that Circulon would continue placing stickers on the bottom of their pans. Martha was prepared to offer a list of remedies to help remove the sticker, including the use of peanut butter. I would never think of using peanut butter.
So, after no more sticky residue, I get to use the pan. By now, I want to hate the pan and Meyer, but the pan works very well. After cooking eggs multiple times, they rarely stick bad enough for the yolk to break. Most items do stick a little but nothing serious. The pan is very easy to clean. It is one of the better non stick pans I have used. I am far more pleased with the non stick abilities of Circulon than Calphalon and I would happily purchase more of these pans if it were not for the sticker issue.
By the way, the sticker reads : The only nonstick cookware that is dishwasher safe (or close). They need to make a pan that is sticker safe.
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2/29/12
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One week now and cannot cook bacon/eggs without both sticking. I rarely have bacon stick unless I am cooking in cast iron. In the Circulon, the bacon will stick so bad it adheres to the bottom of the pan but will release after it is cooked more. I cannot cook an egg without it tearing apart. Still cleans up easy, but not as easy as a week ago. Stuff seems to deposit in the circles.
Spoke with Uniqua(sp) at Meyer about the pan. She feels the sticker residue and my attempts to remove it are why the pan is sticking so bad. Its been a week. If Meyer feels only certain means should be employed to remove the sticker then they should include this info in the packaging instructions or perhaps an additional sticker on the pan. 'Remove Me With Peanut Butter' She suggests that I return the pan since it is still under warranty. I was told there is no way to purchase another pan without a sticker. Corporate wants the sticker on the pan. I will return to Amazon instead of Meyer. I do not want another Circulon pan because I do not want to deal with the same problem again.
Any non necessary item included in final production that can lead to customer dissatisfaction and potential returns is a poor business decision and certainly not cost effective. Either move the sticker to a non cooking surface or eliminate it.
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I love the Infinite Circulon line of cookware.I own the big set.I wanted something that would hold more than the 10 inch saute pan that came with the big set, so I order the 11 inch skillet.It is actually SMALLER on the bottom than the 10 inch saute pan.I think its going to hold less total volume and be easier to spill from.If you have the big set you don't need this skillet unless you really want the sloped sides instead of the straight up and down sides of the 10 inch saute pan.So my real frustration isn't so much with this skillet, which is an excellent skillet, but in the inability to tell what size a skillet really is. Returning the thing as heavy as it is will cost me too much to bother with.(Note:I ordered it from Cooking.com where they went so far as to call it 11.75 in., even though Circulon calls it 11 in.)Read Best Reviews of Cirulon Infinite 11-Inch Open Skillet Here
LOVE IT !!!!! Threw out all my cheapo pans, although I do have a nice set of Kitchen Aid All clad... but I like this pan to use daily! No stick!!! Hoorah! :)
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This skillet has every convenience and works beautifully. The best part is that it's fully dishwasher safe. I don't have many skillets that I can just pop into the dishwasher.
I feel I should comment about the handle. If you're accustomed to a skillet with steeper sides or non-metal handles, be aware that on higher flame the handle *does* get hot, just like pro cookware. If you handle your skillets while cooking, I suggest using a handle cover or towel to avoid burns.
Edit to re-review this pan after nearly 3 years: I have used this pan several times per week for nearly 3 years and it has held up beautifully with absolutely NO non-stick surface loss, wear, or scratching whatsoever. I wash this pan in the dishwasher and use it just as I would a normal non-stick pan, using only safe utensils, etc. Very, very high quality!
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