I'm concerned about using it in my Le Cruset cookware for fear of scratching the surface. Has anyone encountered this as a problem?
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I have used this and other versions for a few years without any pan problems.. Se John Johnson's post. They are really handy for soups (pea) and whatever (omlets).
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The spinning blade, encased as was mentioned, is a 1/2 or so above the bottom of the guard.
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I have used it in my LeCruset, but be sure not to touch the sides or bottom of the pot with it.
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Don't take i apart to clean it, just put hot water & soap in a pan/cup and blend it for a few seconds then rinse and dry (unplug to dry!!).
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The spinning blade is completely enclosed by the cup-like guard and should never come into contact with the surface of the cookware.
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I just used it to make mayo. I mixed it in the plastic cup that came with it, and placed the mixer flat against the bottom. I just checked, and there were no scratch marks on the bottom. My guess is if it doesn't scratch plastic you'll be safe. Hope this helps!
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Don't think you need to worry about scratching cookware surface as the blades do not touch the either the sides or the bottom of the pot. When I use the blender, I keep the blade guarde pretty much off of the pot surface but even if you do touch a surface, it would not leave a mark. Enjoy
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I use it all the time on my ceramic cooktop with NO problems. The base is flat NOT scratchy. I love it.
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I have had the Le Creuset Enameled pan for over a year and I use it all the time. I clean it by using Bar Keeps Friend and a Mr Clean eraser. That combination seems to really work for me. I use my pan at least one a week.
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I have used it mostly on my stainless steel but I have only tried it once on my anonized cookware and it did no damaged as a matter of fact on that type of cookware it acted like Ajax does when it cleans. It did not scratch or do damage. Hope this helps
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So far we have had no problems with scratching, When using my cast iron pans I do use extra caution and only use them on low and medium temps. The stainless steel pots and pans which we use most have not left any scratches or marks. Any splashes or spill overs have been easy to clean with Weiman Glass top cleaner and a micro fiber cloth. Hope this helps
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Hi,I use dish detergent. For stubborn use fine steel wool or SOS pads that have soap in them. The pads do not seem to scratch the surface but I have noticed that metal spoons, spatulas do. I use Pam cooking spray before I cook in this beautiful baker. We cooked a prime rib in it Christmas eve. Easy clean up for stainless steel.
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No, I use it in a non-stick pan and haven't had any problems with scratching. Like someone else said, it kind of floats on the water in the pan.
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I haven't any problems with it, though it's not non-stick. Read somewhere that one good technique is to rub a little oil on the pan, shake in some Kosher salt and rub it in, then oil slightly again. Things sure do not stick with that. They suggested wiping it dry after, rather than washing it, to avoid needing to re-treat, but I'm not so keen on that notion. I really like my Cuisinart cookware.
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I have a smooth top electric cook top and clean it with a ceramic cleaner and this sponge and not had any problems. I've been doing this for over a year and haven't seen any damage to the cook top.
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I used it on the interior of the pan. I had spots that had turned very dark with scorched food (must have used too high heat) and I just kept scrubbing at them until they disappeared. The non-stick qualities of the pan don't seem to have been affected. This was over a year ago, and I'm still enjoying the pans.
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The instructions that come with the cookware state that this can happen. They do not recommend using this cookware on glass/ceramic cooktops. I'm going to try anyway...anybody else tried?
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@TJL Bates: I bought this set when I was forced to change my cookware because we transitioned to an induction cooktop. I have been nothing but thrilled (and I'm an avid home chef)! I use metal utensils all the time with this cookware! Admittedly, I avoided doing so at first, but eventually habit and mindlessness took over. I've seen some superficial marks on the cookware immediately after cooking, but nothing significant that didn't also come off after cleaning. If you like your cookware to look brand new after lots of use, then maybe avoid metal utensils, but if you're just asking for durability of everyday use I think you'll be very happy with this cookware set, however you may use it! BTW- make the very small investment in a bottle of Bartender's Friend (an excellent Stainless Steel cleaner if you're not familiar) and practically anything you do to this or any other cookware will virtually disappear.
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I have a ceramic cooktop and it didn't affect the cooktop. However, anything above medium heat did sage the pot. There is now fine cracking along the bottom edge, about an half inch above the bottom along the side. Not a huge visual blemish, but noticeable. I had contacted the manufacturer and asked if it would be safe and they said it would. I'm considering a return if the problem worsens at the next use. I will say they were very helpful the first contact and i don't anticipate problems. Might just be my unit? Hope this helps!
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That's probably ok. I ended up ruining mine be repeatedly heating it without anything in it (I kept getting the burner knobs mixed up). Eventually the enamel coating popped off the iron core. So there is some temperature sensitivity in the enamel coating. Granted, I was stupid. I should have been more careful. :(
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with just light scratches that no doubt will come with everyday use it should be no problem. I have used my with metal and plastic utensils and do have very light scratches. would think the scratch has to be pretty deep to expose the core.
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Any continuous use of any cookware will cause some discoloration. Just means you're using it. Can't expect it to stay the newish color forever.
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I haven't had any trouble with the finish on my Dutch oven and lid. No problem with flaky or black stuff on my handles or on my hands. I've been wiping it with vegetable oil using a paper towel after use.