So did everybody's non-stick surface come off right away? I really need a mini electric skillet for travel. I am scared go purchase this of bad review
792498
Heat didn't stay on and eggs with Pam sprayed on beforehand stuck..and it wasn't level..short leg..so it travelled right into the trash. Hey thanks for asking.
792499
Although I was VERY careful using and cleaning it, it did not last long. I didn't even recycle it to a thrift shop. I saw it in a retail store this week.....for MUCH less than I paid for it through Amazon. It was exactly the same......not really a bargain since it would be thrown away too. I agree with Sasha: I would be interested in a QUALITY version.
792500
been using it for the last three months and have not had any trouble with the coating, do not run too hot for food tho.. cook slow and not fast.. the food can stick when too hot.... makes great omlets for two.
792501
I love this skillet and use it daily when I am traveling in my hotel room. Most of my colleagues who see it want one too and buy it... EVEN when I tell them about what happens with the non-stick surface. Yes, it does peel easily. I was careful on the second one I bought to put oil in it and heat it on low heat the first time. This is not a high-quality skillet, but I have found it still to be worth it many times over. I wish someone would manufacture a small high-quality skillet, because there would sure be a market for it when people heard about it. You can tell because of the response to even this one. Also, I take the legs off when I pack it in my suitcase because I had one break on me when I packed things tightly.
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I was very pleased with my mini skillet I live in a small place and wanted something small for just myself. Do not know about the bad reviews I never posted one. I like mine hope you enjoy yours.
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I didn't and still love ours. Use it all the time. It is showing some signs of wear but less than other high quality non-stick pans.
30562
What you should do is take the handle off and see how it is connected, it is a removable handle it is designed that way.....then you will feel better ...it is a very nice pan :)
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I purchased a 14" skillet from Cuisinart through Amazon. My pan, when heated on my glass top FLAT stove, gets concave (which means a bump on the bottom). Hence it rocks back and forth and doesn't make total contact with the heat source. Dealing with a return through Cuisinart has been a bit of a nightmare. They want to look at it and evaluate it and I have to pay shipping one way. My 30 day return window with Amazon had lapsed when I started noticing this. It's a huge pan and I didn't use it that often. This pan returns to a flat state when it cools!!!
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I was sometimes I would soak it a bit then wipe with a soft sponge. My problem was that the nonstick surface began to wear and chip. I sent it back as you do not want to ingest teflon, very bad for you. It was a shame because otherwise we loved it.
1502360
I bought a NEW skillet with unworkable prong. They have been discontinued!!! This is a major flaw--evidently the NEW prong no longer fits the skillet they market. The company has NOT replaced my unusable skillet purchased in Oct.
68203
After having my skillet for a short while, the middle of pan started to bubble up an started to stick so I'm not sure if the skillet was defected or what but threw out an did not order a second. In the biginning it was great to use an only washed an dried. Hope this helps.
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My initial review on this stuff holds true. They are NOT non-stick and I regret buying them. I am intrigued by another person's review about olive oil and high heat. Maybe that why my skillet failed miserably.
1379324
Every cooking surface needs to e constantly seasoned in order to give 100 percent of what you're expecting. I spray mine with Pam or a non-stick spray every time before and even after the final wipe down after cleaning it... never had a problem with it, after so many uses, you'll see wear and tear on it, as with anything...
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it is not a non-stick surface. You have to make sure you oil, pam, butter the pan well in order for items to not stick. It's a little learning curve if you haven't cooked like this before, but I love my SS skillets way more than the teflon coated skillets I've had in the past.
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Hi JMaine,I bought this pot last Christmas and I am getting another this December. They are great!!! Non-stick (without the unnecessary coating) is more like it. If ever something gets stuck in there, don't you worry. It comes off with one swipe of your dish sponge. If you are considering this pot I recommend that you do make that purchase. They are pricy but you won't regret your money.Good luck and enjoy your Le Creuset pot.
778420
You are correct. It is not "non stick" surface. If you preheat the cookware, and use proper cooking technique nothing will stick!
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I also received mine and I had the same problem, unable to remove the pan. I need to wash it before I start use it.
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a piece of it already broke off and I have been using the stove and a big pan and it is probably better. I did call for a new piece and still have not received it. then they want me to send the broken piece back to them. So I kinda wish i had saved my 50 dollars and will just use the stove or go back to wave popcorn. Teresa
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I purchased from Amazon, when I had a problem Cuisinart replaced my CSK 250. I don't think they would do that if it had been a knock off. Understand, despite claims, non-stick eventually deteriorates regardless of how careful you are with the pan. I use my pan about two times a week, and it still looks new. It will eventually fail, I am ok with that, just don't buy into any non-stick being a forever pan.
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Lisa...I've never had to season any of my 3 skillets before use. I really like these skillets. Don't get them too hot. No need to do that. They distribute heat very evenly. After cooking something such as scrambled eggs, you may need to soak the pan briefly in hot, soapy water and use a teflon pad to get any residual food off. Some people report difficulty with this, but I follow the manufacturer's instructions and have never had any trouble getting any of my skillets back to a "brand new" condition as far as cleanliness. Best, Susan
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RAV, I have a 12 qt. Calphalon commercial pan, and I have the same exact problem. Last week, my meatballs stuck to the bottom of the pan and I had a terrible time with it. My friend raves about it. However, she has a gas stove and mine is electric. I really think that has a lot to do with it. I even called the company because I found that the outer perimeter of the pan doesn't heat very well. My friend has no problem in that regard, so I am convinced that it was specifically made for gas cooking. I'm going back to T-Fal. Although they are not durable, they work best for me. Jackie