How much oil do you need to put on the bottom of this to safety heat without ruining the enamel?
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Just enough to coat the bottom of the pan. . . i use cooking spray. Be careful not to heat to quickly. I never use empty on high heat.
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Enough to coat the bottom evey. I start slowly and have never had proem. It's a wonderful pott.
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I used a heat gun on low setting of 750watt, worked just fine, just be careful not to get too close, it can melt it.
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Hi...I own two of these and love them. The Calphalon 5 qt tri-ply stainless steel dutch oven heats very fast. I've used it to cook curry chicken, brown stew chicken and even rice and I've never had food stick to the bottom. Here's the trick with stainless steel pots....if cooking meats, add about a tablespoon of oil to the pot before you add the meat, allow the oil to get very hot. Because the pot has a very thick bottom, it does take about 4-5 minutes to get very hot on medium heat. It is a wonderful pot....use the same utensils that you would have used in your nonstick to protect the interior from scratches. Give it a try! Hi...I own two of these and love them. The Calphalon 5 qt tri-ply stainless steel dutch oven heats very fast. I've used it to cook curry chicken, brown stew chicken and even rice and I've never had food stick to the bottom. Here's the trick with stainless steel pots....if cooking meats, add about a tablespoon of oil to the pot before you add the meat, allow the oil to get very hot. Because the pot has a very thick bottom, it does take about 4-5 minutes to get very hot on medium heat. It is a wonderful pot....use the same utensils that you would have used in your nonstick to protect the... » Read More Hi...I own two of these and love them. The Calphalon 5 qt tri-ply stainless steel dutch oven heats very fast. I've used it to cook curry chicken, brown stew chicken and even rice and I've never had food stick to the bottom. Here's the trick with stainless steel pots....if cooking meats, add about a tablespoon of oil to the pot before you add the meat, allow the oil to get very hot. Because the pot has a very thick bottom, it does take about 4-5 minutes to get very hot on medium heat. It is a wonderful pot....use the same utensils that you would have used in your nonstick to protect the interior from scratches. Give it a try! « Show Less
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I season mine three times a year with mineral oil. You don't want to use any cooking oil for it can turn rancid. I heat mine in the oven for about 20 minutes at 250 degrees. I take out (it will be hot so be careful). I set it on a heat resistant surface. I pour enough mineral oil into the vessel to cover the bottom. I take a few paper towels and wipe the interior and the exterior and let it sit overnight. The next morning, I take more towels and wipe off the excess and it is ready to use again. Hope this helps!
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use any king of cooking oil. Put on area and leave for a few hours. comes right off.
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I've used 350 or 375 when using. Works wonderfull and cleans easily. I haven't put it at a higher temp because I've not needed to.
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lower to recipe needs-preheating to 500 is only to get stone hot-hope this helps
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Most non-stick coatings won't survive over 450 degrees or so. I think oven self-clean cycles are at &gt;500 degrees.
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I am using a electric ceramic oil burner, takes about 10 drops of oil and lasts a few hours on low.
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hi Katy - No! Never put wax directly on the heat! It is too volatile, and can catch fire that way. Recommended - either get a double boiler, or use an available adapter to make an existing pot the bottom part. Also recommended - candle-making thermometer to make sure your temps are okay, and a beginning candle-making book.
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I rub it down with olive oil and bake it in at a low heat for half hour or more. I also store my pieces in the oven so if room permits, they bake along with what ever else is in the oven. I haven't noticed anything going bad, but I do use mine quiet often so the heat will kill anything.
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Depends on what oil you're using. Anywhere from 20-35. Be sure to leave some room or you won't be able to get it to drip out very easily!
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It is a bit small for that, and I would hesitate to heat any quantity of oil on a stovetop. Oil would expand, creep out the spout and give you a nasty little fire.
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Take the EVOO and generously cover the bottom of the pan. Then set it on the stove on Medium/medium high heat. Keep it on there until it starts to smoke. I also swirl mine around to get the sides. Let it cool, then dump out excess oil. Wipe the pan out with a dry paper towel or dry washcloth. Let it set over night, then wash by hand with hot water and dish soap.
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I suggest that after each washing and drying coat with a thin layer of oil. This is not a non stick finish and not nearly as good as the old enamel interiors. You may need to add some oil each time you cook.
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I use a small amount of butter. Small amount of oil works well. Dry not so much.
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I don't measure the amount of oil. I put a little on either side of the spinning blades. I would guesstimate about 2 TBs. Make sure you turn the machine off as soon as the poppings starts and then move the pan/cover away from the heating elements.