Is any preparation or seasoning required before first use?
440752
No, but I've found the more I clean my pan (I use Barkeeper's Friend soft liquid cleanser), the less food tends to stick to it even though it doesn't have a non-stick surface.
440753
No just be sure to heat the pan slowly don't put it on a high flame to heat empty.
1012161
The instruction sheet does say to season it. It only takes a couple of minutes.
689799
Pre-seasoning held up pretty well. When I got it, I washed it with a little drop of soap and then just heated up it on the stove and used an oil sprayer (misto) before first cooking.
1125646
It doesn't need pre-seasoning, as it has non-stick interior. Be sure to hand wash before your first use and enjoy. I hand wash this after each use, I don't put it in the dishwasher. It is a good pan.
2213083
yes preheating is essential, get a pizza peeler to transfer prepared crust to cast iron.
1940354
The factory seasoning is just an initial layer, so I wouldn't say it is totally non-stick when brand new. You really need to use it a few times before it becomes totally non-stick.
529607
There is no need to preseason the peel before use. Simply use, clean with hot water, and dry thoroughly. Some food grade mineral can be applied after use to help add a bit of water resistance.
444300
They are ready to use. I did not season them. They are for individual use, however, not very big.
802499
No need to season it. I just washed with a little dish soap and rinsed it well before the first use. Over time the drippings fr the pizzas season the stone. Also, note that the stone needs to be heated first before putting a pizza on it.
2215330
It's non stick, so no cooking spray is required. Although before the first use they say to "season" both sides with butter, but you basically put it on and wipe it off. But after that there should be no butter/cooking spray/grease required.
1200566
No, but it still needs to be thorrowly washed with soap prior to seasoning.
848232
Yes, I personally like to use a little oil/spray before cooking. Keeps the pan in new condition and food tastes better.
1595917
I usually line it with foil before I use it. I still get build up on the rack itself but I try to think of it as "seasoning" :)
2060824
One is ready to use because the manufacturer pre-seasoned it, the other isn't ready till the user pre-seasons it before cooking. The pre-seasoning consists of greasing the skillet and baking it for a specified amount of time. Contact the manufacturer for instructions.
334674
This is already seasoned before you get it. So you don't have to season it...
1535389
Only season for the first time. Do not use soap or it will rust. Use a bamboo brush or similar brushes to scrape of food and rinse with water.
2180301
My research on the internet indicates so. I put it through a blender before I cook it.