Factory Reconditioned Cuisinart GR-4 Griddler Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought the Griddler in February of 2005 and have taken care to ensure it lasts. The Griddler is heavy and sturdily constructed. It heats up quickly, and cleans up even faster. We have used it for panini, grilling meat, and toasting burger buns.The unit can be used either as a panini/grill press with the floating top or opened up to use as a griddle.

The base of the unit heats up and maintains temperature better than the top. This creates uneven toasting of the Panini or other items. It's not so much of a problem using as a griddle, since one side will simply cook faster than the other.

After a year the nonstick surface has started pealing off of the grill plates. I have never used metal on the nonstick surface and have taken great care to preserve the finish. Perhaps it is in the design or a fate of nonstick coated products in general, but the now I will have to take care not to get pieces of the nonstick surface in my food.

The Griddler comes with interchangeable dishwasher safe griddle and grill plates with a lock and release system that is intuitive to use.The plates easily release with the press of a button for cleaning.To place the plates back on the Griddler, one simply rests the plates in the groves located towards the rear or bottom and snaps the front or top into place.The plates don't consistently stay attached in the top section like they once did. It's very annoying trying to reposition a hot plate back into place.

On the surface, the Griddler has the looks and design to be a great product. Cuisinart has some bugs to work out to attain even heating and plates that last. If I were to buy a new panini press, I would not look to Cuisinart again.As a matter of fact, I now enjoy using a Breville 800GRXL Indoor Barbeque and Grill instead.

PROS:
Heavy and sturdily construction
Heats up and cleans quickly

CONS:
Non-stick surface does not last
Uneven heating

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A floating hinge and two sets of cooking plates turn this multifunctional unit into a contact grill, panini press, large open grill, or griddle. Made of brushed stainless steel, this four-in-one, space-saving appliance offers cooking options that range from pancakes, sausages, and grilled cheese to fish, hamburgers, and panini. Its floating hinge adjusts to the thickness of food, while adjustable temperature controls ensure food is cooked properly. The unit features a sturdy panini-style handle and convenient indicator lights, as well as nonstick grill and griddle plates that are removable, dishwasher-safe, and designed to drain grease away from food for healthier cooking. Two dishwasher-safe drip cups to collect grease are included, plus a dishwasher-safe scraping tool for easy cleanup. The unit measures 13 by 11-1/4 by 6-1/2 inches and carries a limited 90-day warranty. --Catie Unger

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DeLonghi Retro Panini Maker - Stainless Steel (CGH800) Review

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(More customer reviews)Recently I had brought home a pork loin.I had done an elaborate rub and had hoped to grill it outside on the grill.However, my sister in law forgot to bring the grill and I was left in the lurch.What to do?I plugged my panini grill in and hammered the porkloin to the size of the grill.Five minutes later I was eating the most delicious pork loin I had ever had.It helped to have a digital thermometer to take the meat off at just the right moment.Now I am cooking all kinds of meat in this bad boy.Tonight it was chicken breasts.A little olive oil, salt and pepper, minutes later unbelievably delicious.

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This retro-style panini grill has been featured on the reality show, The Apprentice, as one of the most innovative appliances one could own today. Perfect for quick and easy meals, you can press creative panini-style sandwiches, plus grill chicken, meat, fish and vegetables in a flash! Full warranty. Model CGH800.

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Chefscape PRGR1000 Versagrill Multifunctional Countertop Grill/Griddle Review

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(More customer reviews)I was looking for something to replace my George Foreman grill and my oversized double griddle which both stopped working. I wanted something that could combine the two so I could minimize the space used for my appliances. This grill does the trick. I can cook a steak using the grill plates and I can also cook bacon for my family by opening it up to a full griddle.

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Enjoy the taste of summer grilling all year long from the convenience of the kitchen with this easy-to-use countertop appliance. The versatile indoor grill comes equipped with reversible cooking plates--flat on one side, ribbed on the other--that make it possible to cook up anything from silver-dollar pancakes and eggs on the griddle to bacon, hamburgers, pork chops, or veggie/tofu shish-kabobs on the grill. The reversible cooking plates can be angled to help drain excess fat and grease away from food for healthier results, plus they provide a nonstick coating to help ensure effortless food release and quick cleanup. In addition to using the appliance as an open-face grill or griddle, it can also be used as a warming plate on a buffet or as a contact grill or panini press by closing the lid. The unit's uniquely hinged lid automatically adjusts to the thickness of food for even cooking and no crushing, while its upper and lower cooking plates cook both sides of food simultaneously (no need to flip). Choose from five temperature settings: warm, low, medium, high, and sear. The grill provides embedded heating elements for fast even heating, a back-light LCD timer, automatic shut-off for safety, cord storage, rubber feet, and the option to stand the unit upright for compact storage when not in use. Best of all, the removable cooking plates clean up easily by hand or in the dishwasher. Accessories include a warming cup for gravy, butter, or syrup; two clip-on grease cups; and a grill cleaning tool that scrapes off cooked-on food without damaging the nonstick surface. The multifunctional grill measures approximately 13-1/5 by 14 by 6-1/2 inches and carries a three-year limited warranty.

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Cuisinart Griddler - Contact grill, panini press, open grill and griddle Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought the griddler in February of 2005 and have taken care to ensure it lasts. The Griddler is heavy and sturdily constructed. It heats up quickly, and cleans up even faster. We have used it for Panini, grilling meat, and toasting burger buns. The griddler comes with interchangeable dishwasher safe griddle and grill plates. The unit can be used as a Panini press or as a griddle.

The base of the unit heats up and maintains temperature better than the top. This creates uneven toasting of the Panini or other items. It's not so much of a problem using as a griddle, since one side will simply cook faster than the other.

After a year the nonstick surface has started pealing off of the grill plates. I have never used metal on the nonstick surface and have taken great care to preserve the finish. Perhaps it is in the design, but the now I will have to take care not to get pieces of the nonstick surface in my food. The plates don't stay attached in the top anymore either. It's very annoying trying to reposition a hot plate into place.

On the surface, the Griddler has the looks and design to be a great product. Cuisinart has some bugs to work out to attain even heating and plates that last. If I were to buy a new Panini press, I would not look to Cuisinart again.

PROS:
Heavy and sturdily construction
Heats up and cleans quickly

CONS:
Non-stick surface does not last
Uneven heating

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Cuisinart multifunctional Griddler Gourmet makerThe CuisinartTM GriddlerTM makes "multifunctional" an understatement! Make perfect panini... plus! With four separate cooking options, it can handle everything from pancakes to sausages to grilled cheese to steaks, hamburgers and panini. It helps you prepare more servings of more kinds of food in less time, so you can cook for a crowd -- no one has to wait!Simply change the cooking plates and adjust the floating hinge to use the Griddler as a Contact Grill, a Panini Press, or your choice of an extra-large double Open Grill or Griddle.Product FeaturesContact grill, panini press, flat grill and griddleRemovable, nonstick grill and griddle platesCooking plates drain grease for healthy cookingHinged, floating cover adjusts to thickness of foodSelector knob with "power on" indicator lightTwo adjustable temperature controls with indicator lightsBrushed stainless steel and cool-touch housingTwo drip cupsCleaning/scraping toolInstruction/Recipe bookLimited 3-year warrantyLimited 3-year warranty, backed by the Cuisinart reputation for quality

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Lodge Color Enamel Cast Iron 8 inch Square Panini Press, Caribbean Blue Review

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(More customer reviews)The weight and size is phenomenal.I put the panini press on a burner while I warmed up the other skillet, turned off both burners, added a sandwich, and after much sizzling and 6 minutes it was a perfect panini.

The color however doesn't match the photo. I was hoping for a bright emerald green, but it is a dark hunter green.It's not a deal breaker.

But the real problem from Lodge "America's Original Cookware" is that this is made in China.I've been avoiding cookware from China because of concerns about lead in the enamel glazes. These suspicions may be unfounded but if lead can turn up in toothpaste & baby food, cookware can't be far behind. So enameled cast iron from Martha Stewart and Batali were out, and so I opted for the pricier Le Crueset & Staub. Lodge seemed like an excellent American product. I'll keep this piece but it will be the last one.

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Cast from molten iron in individual sand molds and coated with porcelain enamel, this 8 inch press is sized to fit perfectly into the Lodge Color Enamel 10" Grill Pan. Ideal for preparing panini sandwiches it works well as a general food press for bacon, chicken or burgers. Does a great job on the outdoor grill too. Cast iron has superior heat retention so it reduces the amount of energy needed for cooking. The Lodge Color Porcelain Enamel showcases vivid color and with ease of cleaning and resistance to abrasion. It's also stain resistant. The Cooking surface is matte black enamel.Island Spice Red

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Villaware V2160 UNO ProPress Panini Grill Review

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(More customer reviews)I had lusted after this little baby for some time and finally bought it when I found a great deal on it.It makes the most amazing sandwiches, which you can custom-tailor to your tastes.I also used it for a rolled flank steak, stuffed with mushrooms and cut into thick slices.Each slice cooked perfectly at medium heat, although like all steaks, it requires a watchful eye to prevent overcooking.
My experience with vegetables was similarly good.Peppers, onions, eggplant slices all cook in minutes with good result.I have not tried chicken breasts, but from reading the other reviews, imagine that the results will be similar.
One negative: fish can be a tricky business on this grill.I cooked an ahi steak for only a few minutes and it was overdone.I bought a stovetop grill pan specifically for fish after that (well, I confess I do throw a little bacon on it too from time to time).
I am quite satisfied with this panini grill, and love my homemade paninis.I found that a sliced kaiser or hoagie roll works well, as well as thickly sliced Italian or sourdough bread.My favorite sandwich?: thickly sliced bread, olive tapenade, roasted red pepper slices and sliced fontina.Who said heaven isn't right here?

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Product Description:
Grill thick sandwiches, chicken and meat.Professional highly polished aluminum housing with restaurant-style handle.1400 watts 11 inch by 9 inch grilling surface with non-stick coating.ProPress hinge adjusts for foods up to 3 inches thick.

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George Foreman GR1212 Jumbo-Size Electric Nonstick Contact Grill Review

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(More customer reviews)We bought this grill to replace our old GF grill that was about 10 years old.We use this several times a week, and I really miss the old grill.
This does cook meat really quickly, but it lacks a timer and a temperature option that our old GF grill did have.It will burn meat very quickly and puts out a lot of smoke b/c it cooks too fast.This is the only jumbo size, so I guess it will have to do for now.If a timer and temp option were on here, it would make a big difference.

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Sporting a sleek, contemporary design in durable plastic housing, this electric grill features 144 square inches of cooking surface for grilling summer vegetables, burgers, and more, plus a floating hinge to accommodate thicker sandwiches or steaks. The appliance's appeal lies in its simplicity and countertop convenience--not to mention its fat-fighting ability. Its design channels fat away from food and into a large drip tray. Even more, a double nonstick coating protects the top and bottom grill plates and allows for low-fat cooking while also ensuring effortless food release. The unit's integrated stay-cool plastic handle makes it easy to raise and lower the lid, and a spatula comes included for transferring food from the grill to a plate. To clean, simply wipe the outside of the appliance with a damp cloth and put the removable plates in the dishwasher. The grill measures approximately 21 by 15 by 7 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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