Can I use this for small cooking appliances like elec fry pan, slow cooker or Ninja system baker? I am looking for something more stable than the 12 " counter slab between my stove and end of counter. Thanks. Can I use this for small cooking appliances like elec fry pan, slow cooker or Ninja system baker? I am looking for something more stable than the 12 " counter slab between my stove and end of... » Read More Can I use this for small cooking appliances like elec fry pan, slow cooker or Ninja system baker? I am looking for something more stable than the 12 " counter slab between my stove and end of counter. Thanks. « Show Less
1724730
This is a sturdy piece...I am VERY pleased with this purchase...You may use other appliances you mentioned on the surface...You'll like this item!!!
1724731
You can place those items on top of the topper as long as they're not hot. It's protects your cooktop from scratches but its not use for cooking.
601693
If you mean to put this on top of the stove and use the top to set up your small appliances on, then yes. It is strong enough to support them. I have not used it that way as I don't have extra outlets there. But it would work.
1724732
You can set your appliances on this as it does cover a large amount of space. Just do NOT place hot items on it and remember to remove this large tray when your oven is on. I have used it to carry several items on it from the counter to the table so it is very sturdy and easy to use with the cut out handles on the sides for easy gripping.
1724733
I would think so but remember, the cover is made of plastic so I wouldn't set anything on it that would get hot without a heat resisting pad between your cover and your appliances.
779568
Small pots and pans are no problem. Something with approx. 14" diameter should also fit with no issues.
19883
I do lot's of chilli on the stove top and since the burners are round, I went w/ the round base model. If you're going to do casserole in the oven, perhaps a oval model would work well.
2182802
Only if canners and water bath pans have a copper magnetic coil at the base. My 40 year old pressure cooker does not work on my nuwave. Even if you could find a cooker, the weight of the cooker and jars might be too much for a nuwave. My 7-qt canner was too large for the burner base anyway.
2013648
I use a 12 inch fry pan. It works very well. Like all large pans it's a bit hotter in the middle
1463712
I just purchased a set to work with my nuwave pro oven, and the pans are so much smaller, they look like they were the mini size. I just noticed that the grill pan has a 1 1/2 inch dent along the edge of the rim. It probably wouldn't affect the use of the pan but that probably tells you more about the quality. If I had seen the answer posted about the diameter, I wouldn't have purchased them. I think I will see if I can use them in the toaster oven.
2128022
You'll be able to see the stove heating element glowing through the glass, and you may be wasting some electricity, but other than that it should work fine on the larger burner. I would cook on the smaller unless there was some issue. The bottom is flat and considerably smaller than the bowl.
883795
The size of the pan that can be used depends on the ability of the metal to conduct heat. A pan with a thick base conducts heat best. Of course you should check your skillet to see if it is magnetic (required for induction). My opinion is that even with a thick base, a 12.5 inch skillet is about the max that will work. On the other hand, most electric ranges won't be able to evenly heat a pan that large either.
59717
I believe the smaller burner would be OK. I would not try a plate of food on the larger burner. It is pretty hot. The cast iron burner covering the electric element takes quite awhile to cool down. I have only the single large burner. It works great for cooking, but I would not put a plate of food on it.
790454
Most woks are very large and could easily tip over with such a small base. This stove was designed to be used with small utensils and not large. Also, the burner itself is not shaped to allow the base of the wok to fit down into it. Hope this will help you.
2088577
I considered the exact same thing, I came to the conclusion that I did not want to purchase or store a big panini appliance - that for the most part does one thing, depending on which one you buy. I use mine for paninis, I am not sure if Panini "Purests" would agree, but we use this George Foreman for so many other things too - like vegetables and fish, all made at the same time, in a healthy way.
1056338
The pot is fine for slow cooking or keeping food warm. It can't be used for pre - searing meat, for example, which I believe is possible in some fancier slow cookers. Perhaps that is the source of your confusion.
1227769
So, the LCS3 (which is currently priced at 22 and some change) is only a 10 inch diameter and has sloped sides measuring only at 1 3/4 in (might be 1 1/4 in I'm going off memory). The LK8S3 is 10.25 diameter and the sides are not sloped they are straight and measure 2 inches high. I just used the LK8S3 this morning for a fritata with eggs, red bell peppers, baby bellas, chopped kale, and sharp cheddar on top. I have a five person family and it is big enough to produce a yummy fritata that will feed us all. I start the meal on the stove top and finish in the oven. I like the high/straight sides of this dish because you could even bake a cake in it or a pot pie etc. I have a pan comparable to the LCS3 but it is smaller in diameter (I think an 8 or 9 in). Pans with a sloped side are great for sauting and performing cooking tasks that require moving the pan around to flip the food about. The LK8S3 is quite heavy so I could only assume the LCS3 "chef's" series skillet might be more pricey because it might be lighter weight for performing tasks that require flicking of the wrists and flipping without compromising the length of the diameter and the quality of the cast iron. Don't quote me on that, the last part is only an assumption. If you want an exact explanation I'm sure someone at Lodge would be happy to assist you. They probably have a contact link on their website. Hopefully I helped, I tried my best. Have a lovely day!
1359828
I only use mine on my counter top. I think it might pick up too much heat from being next to working burners.
941009
Ron, as many of the people responding to your question have done, I purchased the 6 Qt. as well. I often downsize my recipes to a serving for 2 or 3 and a great cook book for these recipes is America's Test Kitchen, "Cooking for Two, 2012". There are slow cooker recipes that work great in the larger slow cooker and come out just fine. I purchased this specific Cuisinart because of its oblong shape - makes it easy to cook meat or chicken on skewers. And, with the larger size you are prepared for the eventual times you want to cook a roast or larger meal. Hope this was helpful.
1595613
This will work using the Smaller Steamer because it is made with a wider lip around the edge which prevents the steamer from going all the way down in the pot. The larger steamer goes all the way down in the pot so the larger steamer isn't suitable, its more for deep frying.
899409
I suppose it should be okay. I use it with single burner electric stove which use a lot of electricity too. Besides it says so in the description.