Why doesn't lodge make their square Panini press with a wire handle and not that solid cast iron? Will I miss the panini ribs when doing sandwiches?
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yes no ribs but there are other ones with the ribs just type in cast iron panini press with ribs
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My handle does not get hot while using it to cook bacon. It might get hot if the flame/electric grill is set on too high a setting but I don't ever use my stove that hot. Mine will get hot if left in front of the oven vent as the heat from the oven goes directly on to the handle and you will have to use a potholder to move it. The only reason it gets hot in that position is because after washing the flat iron, I put it in the middle of my range (near the oven vent area) as a decorative item. Since it is iron and looks nice on my stove, I learned the hard way not to leave it there while my oven is in use. My handle does not get hot while using it to cook bacon. It might get hot if the flame/electric grill is set on too high a setting but I don't ever use my stove that hot. Mine will get hot if left in front of the oven vent as the heat from the oven goes directly on to the handle and you will have to use a potholder to move it. The only reason it gets hot in that position is because after washing the flat iron, I put it in the middle of my range (near the oven vent area) as a decorative item. Since it is iron and looks nice on my stove, I learned the hard way not to leave it there while my... » Read More My handle does not get hot while using it to cook bacon. It might get hot if the flame/electric grill is set on too high a setting but I don't ever use my stove that hot. Mine will get hot if left in front of the oven vent as the heat from the oven goes directly on to the handle and you will have to use a potholder to move it. The only reason it gets hot in that position is because after washing the flat iron, I put it in the middle of my range (near the oven vent area) as a decorative item. Since it is iron and looks nice on my stove, I learned the hard way not to leave it there while my oven is in use. « Show Less
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PsPatil, that's a good question. The only Lodge Cast Iron pan I have is the æbleskiver pan and the Hot Handle Holder fit it perfectly.
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I do not feel any difference in the surface of the Lodge Logic or the Pro-Logic cast iron pans.. I love the way they both cook....
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I got my Stoneline at the end of December, so haven't had it very long. I have been using it on a gas stove and I really like the way it cooks. The pans with the black handles do not get hot. There is a square pan that has short metal handles that come with cloth covers to use on the handles. I think that the pan is for the oven. I haven't used this yet, but assume this pan's handles would get hot.
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The panini press will draw too much power and destroy the switch. You'll need a cord switch that handles at least 10 amps of power.
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The press (lid/cover/top) DOES NOT leave any marks on a cooking panini. The "grill marks" are created from the pan itself. Under ordinary circumstances, you'll need to flip the panini part way through the cooking time.
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I am assuming you're referring to the Lodge Sportsman charcoal Grill which is a terrific piece of equipment. I also have the Smoky Joe and use that a lot too. This is a difficult question to answer because they're pretty neck and neck when it comes to quality, ease-of-use, and final product. The Smoky Joe has a cover the Lodge Grill doesn't. How important is that to you? I like the cast-iron grate on the Lodge better than the chrome grate on the Weber but that's something you have to decide for yourself also. They both hold about the same number of burgers, hotdogs, etc. even though the lodge grill is a little larger. And because it's cast-iron it's going to be very heavy-a little over 30 pounds. The Lodge does an excellent job with steaks and hamburgers and actually now that I think about it does a better job than the Weber for those two because the cast iron heats up better than the Weber . The cast iron grill will last a lifetime if you take care of it. You can't do long slow cooking on the Lodge because it has no cover so you have to ask yourself what you do the most of-quick steaks, chops, burgers etc. or roasts and ribs. guess if the cover is not that important to you then I would definitely go with the Lodge grill even though it's more expensive. Weber and Lodge both make great products ...you can't go wrong with either one of them.
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The underside of this is flat, not grooved like a panini press. I use it for toasted cheese and other toasted sandwiches, and like it a lot. Just wipe off the bottom...easy to clean.
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Cast iron is great. A patina builds and the heat is even so that I can do three grilled cheese sandwiches at a time. The holes are for hands to get a less hot section of the iron. There is a ridge around the ironso that the grease does not flow over the edge. It is heavy and works well.
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Good Morning wisew,Buy this Lodge product. I do not think You will be Disappointed.I switched to all Cast iron pans a couple of yrs ago&now; would cook with nothing else.It is very smooth+it is still made in America!The trick here is cleaning&seasoning; after cooking do it right and nothing seems to stick.....Kenneth
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Gosh yes, and what a great setup THAT will be! I'm sure Weber makes them all to standard diameters, so pick a kit that will fit yours. In terms of making pizza on it, I highly recommend the Lodge Pro Logic cast iron pizza pan, but that needs at least a 21" diameter grill for there to be enough air circulation up to the top. Set up that way, the whole thing can get to 900F quickly and stay there all day.(But in order for it to actually stay there all day, you need to also order (or modify) a grill rack that allows you to feed the fire without having to disassemble everything. Either KettlePizza makes one or they can tell you where to get one.) Gosh yes, and what a great setup THAT will be! I'm sure Weber makes them all to standard diameters, so pick a kit that will fit yours. In terms of making pizza on it, I highly recommend the Lodge Pro Logic cast iron pizza pan, but that needs at least a 21" diameter grill for there to be enough air circulation up to the top. Set up that way, the whole thing can get to 900F quickly and stay there all day.(But in order for it to actually stay there all day, you need to also order (or modify) a grill rack that allows you to feed the fire without having to disassemble... » Read More Gosh yes, and what a great setup THAT will be! I'm sure Weber makes them all to standard diameters, so pick a kit that will fit yours. In terms of making pizza on it, I highly recommend the Lodge Pro Logic cast iron pizza pan, but that needs at least a 21" diameter grill for there to be enough air circulation up to the top. Set up that way, the whole thing can get to 900F quickly and stay there all day.(But in order for it to actually stay there all day, you need to also order (or modify) a grill rack that allows you to feed the fire without having to disassemble everything. Either KettlePizza makes one or they can tell you where to get one.) « Show Less
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Gee, I don't know, never had that happen. It's made of cast iron..... and the mfg co (Lodge) coats their ironware with an oil and bakes it on. You might want to check with Lodge (online maybe) and see what they tell you. Send them a photo of the edge you are concerned about, maybe.
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Hi Kathy,We haven't tried this, but seems like it would be fine as a Panini press. Sabrina has confirmed it!
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Yes I have used this for panini's and grilled cheese. It works great and is pretty heavy. The wood handle is VERY sturdy..use caution though as the metal portion attached to the wood handle gets as hot as the press does. I have 2 of these and LOVE them.
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With a strong pair of channel locks, and strong hands, I imagine one could remove the wire handle, but it's not just detatchable. You really need it to lift the pot as it's very heavy, and it doesn't get hot like the cast iron. I personally would not remove it. Lodge does make a similar Dutch oven that's a little smaller and does not have a wire handle. Hope this helps.
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The Lodge L5MS3 Mini Skillet was discontinued. Anyone selling it for over ~$10 is just trying to make a huge profit for themselves.