I want to use the warming tray for a beef filet but can I carve on it without damaging the surface?
2076871
I would not carve on it. It is a metal surface and I would think scratches would show if carved on.
2076872
No--it would ruin the tray--you would have to transfer the meat to a cutting surface then place it back on to keep warm.
1302884
I love this pot, but I would mash my potatoes elsewhere. The non stick surface would be nicked. So to be safe I'd say no
2129553
I would also recommend a wooden spoon (I like a straight-edged wooden "spoon" for this) or heat-proof spatula if you're concerned about scratching. My primary concern with deglazing this pan on the stove top to make gravy is its buckling and splattering (please see my review, rating: 2 stars, titled "Buckled").
1100561
No, I wouldn't. I think it would ruin the finish. These are nice, sturdy serving trays. At the current price of $60.64, they are much too expensive to ruin when you could just use a cookie tray instead.
780929
When braising, just be sure you use cooking tools that are compatible with the non-stick coating.
1015762
I have never tried to do that.it can be cut, so I don't see why it wouldn't hurt to try it. Just remember to refrigerate and keep it cold,cuz it is sugar and holding on to it will melt. Good luck!
1840350
OK to cut it off. Round off the edges as before and finish with the type of finish they talk about. Sanding the whole surface might be good. After a few months the edges of the glued pieces can be felt. I used the top for a kitchen island. Worked great. I used it uncut.
2262320
I bought it for making pie crusts and as a decorative piece. Marble will scratch and stain if you use a knife on it. Meat may stain it!
2243762
I used a metal one and worried about scratching the finish. I now use nothing but wood or silicone as I want to protect the beauty of this skillet.
49758
You could use an axe on it. No amount of scraping with a fork or knife will damage it, ever.
1144809
I have used cheese knives with this tray. I don't use a sawing motion, though. Any scratches made while cutting disappear once you wash the slate. This is a thin piece of slate, pretty durable, though.
1379554
Not really sure what the proper way is. I broke both trays in a week. You can thaw them but that increases risk of bacteria .... If you put hot water on the back, it gets to the food. Just overall no good way to do it :/
745119
Hello, The process of making the trays and using them will not affect the bonding, there is nothing in the process that would pull the bonding off or damage it. Thank you!
1693363
You can, as long as it is light cutting. I use a cutting board to preserve finish.
2033834
I put something under unit on my wood table but not for the heat. I just don't want the foot to leave any marks when I swivel it open or closed.It gets hot enough to melt chocolate or cheese and sauté onions & peppers. This a wonderful invention.
2244029
You could but I wouldn't, press has some weight to it. Any sideways movement at all when placing or picking up will scratch non-stick coating ruining the pan.
2226695
You could, but as long as you realize it's going to bend from the heat and weight. I'm not sure what 'sturdy' item other people are using, but I had a cast iron skillet on mine for one weekend and by the end it was bowed in the middle and all the paint had chipped off.