is the external appereance maintained even if oil is used for cooking?
86380
It's "very" difficult to get oil off of the surface, no matter what is being said to the contrary. I've even called Cuisinart and they recommend several ways to go about it, and it will work to varying degrees, but, you have to put a lot of time and elbow grease into it. Wow, its a bitch!
86381
I must be extremely careful because I use this set in my camper on a propane stove. Cooking with oil and hand washing hasn't been a problem. On the other hand, I bought this exact set for my wife in the kitchen. She puts them in the dishwasher and the outside surfaces have faded and have splotches all over them. Inside surfaces are perfect.
86382
I do not recommend this set. After using it for a few months all surfaces has scratches even though I use and store them very gently.
1481332
monitor & adjust,but it's no big deal. cook with the lid open.cooks great.clean out after every use, so you don't get the oil a burnt flavor.
2261268
NO! It needs no oil at all, just put the ,ixture into both sides, cook according to directions. Makes nice fluffy omelets and they slide right out, and you just have to take a damp paper towel and wipe it clean!!
1558425
The water in the oil container would evaporate before the end of the night..so I would say no. The oil would then "cook" and stick to the inside of the oil receptacle.
2177609
It does NOT maintain oil heat well. When you add food to cook, it will lower quickly. The temp counter shows high temp but is actually lower. Adjust it slightly and it will then show correct temp again. It goes to 375F.
848232
Yes, I personally like to use a little oil/spray before cooking. Keeps the pan in new condition and food tastes better.
1374710
My machine is used daily. Do not have this problem. Very little cooking oil is used to lubricate, one drop or less.
1975183
I don't know. I use the oil, because that seems more appropriate for butcher block that is used for cooking.
1518098
Taking the oil out is a rather pain in the neck. I have found that if I leave it in the pan covered, it stays just fine. I've cooked in mine weeks after letting it sit in the cooker. It stays just fine and tastes great. I would however recommend using peanut oil. Again, don't use the same oil to cook potatoes that you would use to cook breaded foods. I cook coated chicken, fish and shrimp in the same oil,but will change it for potatoes.
192738
I've only used it every other day for a couple months, but so far no problems with a variety of oils- some mixes, including "sweet orange" essential oil. It's basically just a little plastic well with a metal plate at the bottom, so I can't imagine there would be any problems.
2218271
I've had mine since May and use it all the time and haven't had any issues so far. I always use a little oil (either right in the wok or toss my veggies in it first).
1571618
Yes - No problem. It is not lined and I would expect that at some point the "seasoning oil" will condition into it, but I'm not that worried about it.
2003560
It depends on what size of item or itemsYou're frying. Your best bet is to fill it withWater to judge the amt of oil you need toUse
251662
No you can leave it out in the cupboard. You may need to stir it as the oil settles and separates on the top.
198624
I have used mine several times and as long as I have the proper fluid I have never had this problem, be sure and use proper or more fluid while cooking.
478123
Yes, and it works really well. I have used mine many of time for indirect cooking.
1515700
Good question. Don't tell anyone, but I use oil in my Anolon skillet and it hasn't hurt a thing. :)