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List Price : $145.00Price : $56.56
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The Griddler Jr. maintains the best of the Griddler family traits and has a more compact build to fit comfortably on any countertop. It can be used three different ways to prepare a variety of favorites-steaks on the open grill, crisp-grilled sandwiches with the panini press, or burgers cooked to perfection, both sides at once, with the contact grill. Make big plans with a small package!
3-in-1 appliance functions as an open grill, contact grill, and panini press
Hinged, floating lid automatically adjusts to the thickness of food
Adjustable temperature control; cool-touch handle; compact size
Removable nonstick grill plates; drip cup and cleaning tool included
Measures approximately 14-2/5 by 12-1/5 by 6-1/2 inches; 3-year limited warranty
Cuisinart Griddler Jr 3-in-1 Nonstick Countertop Grill Reviews
Cuisinart Griddler Jr 3-in-1 Nonstick Countertop Grill Reviews
This review is from: Cuisinart Griddler Jr 3-in-1 Nonstick Countertop Grill (Kitchen)
Before deciding to buy the Griddler Jr. I called Cuisinart (and got someone on the line within a few minutes) to ask about the wattage rating of this product, which I could not find listed on Cuisinart's site or in the manual for this product (which is available in PDF format at their site). It's 1200 watts. The GR-4, which I guess is Griddler "Senior," is rated at 1500 watts. The tiny Hamilton Beach indoor grill (with NON-removable grills) that I used before getting the Griddler Jr. is rated at 750 watts.
According to an article titled "Grill Power" in the February, 2006 issue of Prevention Magazine, Steven Raichlen, host of Barbecue University on PBS, says, "The lower the wattage [of indoor electric grills], the less likely your meat will taste like it came from an outdoor barbecue. It'll taste like it was steamed, instead." The author of the article, Amanda Pressner, suggests choosing an indoor electric grill "at least 1000 to 1500 watts. Smaller appliances usually use... Read more
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This review is from: Cuisinart Griddler Jr 3-in-1 Nonstick Countertop Grill (Kitchen)
I'd been looking at panini grills for years, but had never found the perfect model. Many of the grills I looked at in stores seemed very cheap and poorly built. One clear exception was the Cuisinart grill, which was very well constructed, but it was very expensive and also very large. When I saw this new Cuisinart Junior, I decided to take the plunge. It has become the hit of our kitchen. Making fancy grilled sandwiches has become a highlight of our weekends. My teenage kids love the sandwiches off the grill, and they don't seem to notice that they're eating healthier than before. The quality of panini sandwiches off this little grill is far superior to the paninis we get at our local restaurants.
Here are the features that make this grill a winner for me:
- The grill plates really are nonstick. I've never had to do more than wipe them clean, even when drippings seem to have burned on. The plates remove super easily, and also snap back in very easily... Read more
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This review is from: Cuisinart Griddler Jr 3-in-1 Nonstick Countertop Grill (Kitchen)
The grill has a modern brushed stainless steel finish that will fit in well with any kitchen. It is compact, light in weight, but heats up quickly to the appropriate temperature. Veggies, fish, chicken and steak cook evenly and quickly. It toasts panini's well even with the thickest bread and a multitude of fillings. The plates snap out easily so you can pop them into your sink or dishwasher and the plastic cleaning tool is well designed to let you get into the grooves and remove any grease. The only draw back is if you are grilling a large steak some of the grease may miss the drip cup and drip down the front of the unit, but I guess that's why sponges were invented. All in all a fine product that is useful in any kitchen.
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Especially convenient around the holidays or other family gatherings this electric griddle provides a generous 10.5 by 20.5 inch cooking surface that can accommodate up to nine grilled-cheese sandwiches hamburgers or pancakes at a time. The units Control Master heat control maintains the proper cooking temperature automatically while its premium nonstick cooking surface ensures effortless food release. The appliance comes equipped with a built-in backstop ledge for simple food handling a cool-touch base that surrounds the cooking surface on the front and both sides and a slide-out drip tray for easy emptying. Thanks to its low-profile design the griddle also works great as a buffet server for keeping side dishes at a perfect serving temperature. The griddle can be fully immersed with the heat control removed for quick cleanup.
Electric griddle with generous 10-1/2-by-20-1/2-inch cooking surface
Control Master heat control maintains proper cooking temperature automatically
This review is from: Presto 07030 Cool Touch 20-Inch Electric Griddle, Black (Kitchen)
I bought this griddle for yakiniku, which is a great way to entertain guests, but I have found that I have been using it far more than anticipated.
Pros:
It's awesome to have a griddle in the kitchen. First and foremost, it's great being able to make more than one or two pancakes at a time. If you want to serve someone up a short stack, there is a lot of waiting using only two pans, but with this, you can crank out three good size cakes at the same time. Also, frying eggs and warming meat at the same time has saved me a lot of time in the mornings.
It's easy to clean. If you read the manual carefully, it suggests seasoning before use. This ensures a light coat of oil stays on it while it's being used. I've done this and NOTHING has stuck to the surface. I also give it a thorough scrub with either a dry paper towel or a wet one held with chopsticks after each use and it stays very clean.
It gets hot fast! Way faster than my range top... Read more
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This review is from: Presto 07030 Cool Touch 20-Inch Electric Griddle, Black (Kitchen)
I have been using the griddle for about a year now, and nothing sticks to it. It has a nice wide flat surface that makes it great for making pancakes for the family. My family used to have to eat them in shifts because I could only cook 2 at a time on my regular frying pan. I can do about eight at a time now, depending on how big i want them i can do more. Clean up is a breeze...once you remove the plug the griddle is completely submersable in water. I had a george foreman once...cleaning it was difficult because it couldn't get wet. I cook all my burgers on the Presto now. If grease starts to collect there is a grease tray on the side, just push the unwanted stuff into the hole with a spatula.
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This review is from: Presto 07030 Cool Touch 20-Inch Electric Griddle, Black (Kitchen)
After reading comments from other reviewers I was a little worried about uneven cooking when I ordered this, but in my experience (with pancakes) the difference in coloration was very minor between areas that were directly above the heating element and areas that weren't. I usually leave a good 5-10 mins for the griddle to heat up before I start cooking, so maybe if you throw the pancakes on right away after the minimum amount of warmup time you would get problems with uneven cooking, but personally I haven't experienced it. With cooking other things like grilled cheese sandwiches, there is no difference in coloration whatsoever between what was over the heating element and what wasn't. I followed the directions about "seasoning" the non-stick surface with canola oil before the first time I used it, and so far NOTHING sticks to this thing. It's been very easy to clean. Overall I love it, and compared to the price of other griddles out there I'm very happy with my purchase. It... Read more
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List Price : $149.99Price : $95.00
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Nevermind the weather - you can enjoy the flavors of the outdoor grill indoors any season with the Calphalon Removable Plate Grill. Steaks, chops and burgers sear perfectly on its premium nonstick surface - and they have the great-looking grill marks to prove it. Fats simply drain away into the internal drip tray, so our grill is ideal for healthy, low-fat cooking. Its extra large cooking surface makes preparing family meals a breeze, while a butterfly-shaped heating element and internal temperature sensors ensure even heating and cooking across the entire grill. Features: The OPTI-HEAT system for premium heating performance and even heat delivery. High performance bronze nonstick for excellent release and easy clean-up. Heavy-weight cast aluminum plates are removable for easy clean-up. Extra large cooking surface accommodates 6 pork chops or 4 panini sandwiches. Adjustable grill height to fit your favorite foods. Separate cooking controls for time and temperature. Removable internal drip tray. 1500 watts, temperature range 150 to 450 degrees..
1500-watt countertop grill with heavy-gauge cast-aluminum nonstick grill plates
Fits up to 6 burgers, 6 4-ounce chicken breasts, or 4 Panini-style sandwiches at a time
Temperature control from 200 to 450 degrees F; "always on" setting or 30-minute timer
Adjustable height; drip tray; stainless-steel housing; dishwasher-safe parts for quick cleanup
Measures 12-8/9 by 15-2/3 by 6-3/5 inches; 1-year limited warranty
This review is from: Calphalon HE600CG Removable-Plate Nonstick Countertop Grill (Kitchen)
I've had many indoor grills, this one outshines all of them! It is a large grill, with space enough for four burgers, sandwiches, chicken thighs or breasts, etc. It heats up fast with minimal, if any smoke. I love the timer option and control of the temperature. It is super easy to clean and the removable plates fit nicely in the dishwasher. The drip tray is huge and located where it should be, in the back, so when you open up your grill while cooking, the grease goes in it and not on your counter or under the grill. This is a bonus safety measure which I describe in detail later on in this review.
The cooking quality is excellent. One of the reviewers complained about how poorly his chicken and steak turned out. I do not understand that, he must have cooked at the wrong temperatures (too hot), because we've had perfect results every time. It doesn't taste like steamed anything, but like grilled food. And yes, it makes a mean panini sandwich!
This review is from: Calphalon HE600CG Removable-Plate Nonstick Countertop Grill (Kitchen)
I received one of these for my birthday, approximately nine months ago. I specifically wanted this one because I have had positive experiences with their cookware.
This is one of the best you can buy in this price range. It has a generous size, and gets hot enough for many things. The plates are removable, a big plus. One reviewer correctly pointed out that this grill does not get hot enough to grill a steak satisfactorily -- which is quite true. I cooked chicken breasts, boneless pork chops, bratwurst and sandwiches and it worked great. It has a cheesy plastic slider locking mechanism to hold the top and bottom together that looks like it will break at some point. Otherwise, it has a very nice look and can be stored vertically.
Okay - here it is - the "but" as hinted in my title. After less than 16 uses the nonstick finish simply started coming off. I hand wash the plates with a sponge and was surprised to see this happening; it was simply sloughing off with... Read more
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This review is from: Calphalon HE600CG Removable-Plate Nonstick Countertop Grill (Kitchen)
I recently purchased this item from Amazon.com. I have wanted one for months (I have tried many others that were junk). When it finally arrived it had scratches on the top and a small dent in the front chrome. The handle was ill fitting and it was obvious that it was ground down to fit the right side. The plastic underpart had small chunks broken out of it. All of this was done BEFORE ever being packed. Typical Chinese quality! That said: The temperature and timer markings are small and hard to read. The knobs are kludgy and hard to grasp. HOWSOMEVER! It cooks just near perfectly. I am truly amazed at the non-stick coating; all you need is a little warm water and a few swipes with a sponge and the grills are perfectly clean. I have never seen a product like it before. I think they said the coating is made by GE. Would I recommend it: A qualified -- YES but the price should be somewhat lower. At least it isn't obscene like that Cusinart junk is. That is another story. This grill... Read more
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