I remember our first electric frying pan from the late 50s. It's legs were shorter than today's models so the heating element was closer to the countertop surface. And yet, with those shorter legs, I don't remember any particular build up of heat on the countertop.
My kitchen has been gutted. The only thing left is the cabinet holding the sink. Here, I was trying out my new wiring with a new electric fry pan. (Why not use my new stove, instead? Well, my old receptacle was 3 pronged, so I bought a 3 pronged cord for the new stove. The receptacle died before I could use my new stove. City code requires new receptacles be 4 pronged and I've yet to get a 4 pronged cord).
Anyway, I fried a pound of bacon in my new fry pan (not all at once). When I had finished, I lifted the pan and put it in the sink for washing. When I did, I noticed a lot of heat build up to the Formica countertop. I believe there was enough heat to cause the Formica to loosen and buckle. I know the Formica is very resistant to heat, but I'm not so sure about the adhesive used to glue it down.
My new cabinets and countertops are on the way, so if there was heat damage to the old countertops, there's no problem. But you can be sure, when I use this fry pan on my new countertops, I will put a marble slab down to set the fry pan on.
It's the little things that bug me the most. Why would a new fry pan with longer legs cause more heat buildup to the countertop than the older type with shorter legs? Go figure. Anyway, you might want to check to see just how much buildup of heat takes place under your fry pan. It might save you countertop replacement.
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An electric fry pan can be used to thaw stew meat. Place the frozen meat in the fry pan and cover with the lid.
This is a combination of Spanish Rice and Stuffed Peppers. My kids ate everything, but my spousal unit was a picky eater. He didn't like bell peppers and the rest of us loved them. He would eat the filling from the stuffed pepper and leave the 'shell'.
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I recently moved in with my boyfriend and there isn't a stove/oven in this apartment. I am so used to one and its a challenge at times. I have managed to make Enchiladas, Stuffed Manicotti, Alfredo, and normal things like burgers. I am dying to cook more but don't know where to start. We are on a strict budget as well, so that puts a damper on things. Oh how I miss my frozen pizzas. Someone help, please! I would like dinner recipes for an electric skillet.
Tonight we are having, in a skillet, home made salmon cakes. Last night we had bacon for sandwiches. Before that we had ham and cabbage. Other meals are, Spanish rice, also chicken /w noodles,broccoli, & mushroom soup. Chili, vegetable soup, creamed hamburg on toast, all home made from scratch.
Chipped ham BBQ sandwiches. Manwich sandwiches. Philly cheese steak sandwiches. Rubin sandwiches. Grilled cheese sandwiches.
Frozen pizza ought to work out if you are careful with the heat. Maybe use a lid?
All this and much more, from my dining room table.
I have a griddle I use also.
I have a Farberware electric skillet that needs the grease and gunk removed from the bottom. I cannot soak it because it is electrical. What on earth can I use to get all this baked on grease off?
You might try using - now this sounds weird, but it works - "Shout" Laundry Spray. It really dissolves cooked, hardened grease. You might have to let it soak for a bit. I've use it on my stove to get that stubborn brown grease that has been heated.
I have had great success with this. Put plain water in your skillet while cool. Turn on the skillet and as the water boils gently scrape the bottom of the pan with a temperature safe plastic spatula. After you have loosened the particles carefully unplug it and empty it into your sink. Run hot water and some detergent into the drain to keep it from clogging after emptying your pan. Good luck and God bless
Easy Off oven cleaner should do the job. I've used it on my cookware and it does a great job.
Barkeeper's Friend works well also. It might need a little elbow grease to go with it though. I'm thinking the Easy Off would be a good choice also.
Hi, I have the same electric skillet and I love it. I clean the bottom outside with Awesome. I get this at the 99 cent store. I spray it on, let it sit a couple of minutes and then lightly scrub with a non scratch cleaning pad. It cleans it with hardly any effort. I clean the bottom inside with a paper towel to remove any grease.
I need a recommendation on a good Electric Skillet to buy. The one I had broke after many years of faithful service and is no longer manufactured. RIP. Would anyone like to suggest a stainless vs a non-stick? Otherwise, what are your non-stick recommendations?
I would look for one with these features:
1. Can be (unplugged obviously!) and submerged to wash without damaging the electrical parts.
2. Has a clear glass lid so that you can see the contents without lifting the lid and letting steam escape.
I have a GE electric skillet(non-stick), which I've had for several years. Works fine.
Ref: the non-stick surface - just don't use metal spatulas, etc. I got a set- spatula, spoons(1 sloted, 1 regular) that are intended for non-stick surfaces.
I have had a Farberware electric frying pan ...which is completely stainless steel (without the worry of poisonous telfon coatings ) for over 20 years. They are easy to clean (filled with hot, soapy water ) and can be fully immersed in water or a dishwasher by removing the detachable plug element. I cannot rave enough about this item !
In fact, I "gift" them to all the newlyweds when invited to their wedding showers.
I wouldn't do without this appliance and feel everyone should possess one.
Enjoy this rainbow-filled day !
I have a Corning Ware electric skillet. The heating element goes under the flat casserole like skillet. It has a glass lid. It is easy to clean, the skillet part can go in the dishwasher. I've had it for 10 years or so and works well. One plus is the skillet part can be used in the oven also.
Susan from ThriftyFun
Had Farberward Millennium electric skillet - one of the legs fell off after a couple of years and warrantee ran out. Still use it because it is a great skillet - but every 6 months or so we have to stick one of the 3 legs back on.
Any ideas?
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By Amie from Visalia, CA
I'm having trouble with a new electric skillet that I got for Christmas. I have washed it several times and can not get the "new smell" out of it. It's making everything I cook in it have that "new smell" taste. I have even cooked onions and garlic in it thinking that would do it, but to no avail. I have heated it with and without oil and even tried bacon grease.
I just don't know what else to do. I thought I had conquered it last week and made fried potatoes and onions in it and they too tasted like burned plastic. I have never had this happen to me in all the years of cooking with new items. I am at the end of my rope and my daughter thinks I don't like it (she got it for me). Please help me out with this one.
By marisa from MD
I suggest to return it to the place she got it from, good luck.
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By Misty
This page is about making cookies on an electric griddle. Energy can be saved by cooking on a griddle instead of heating up the oven.
