Is it necessary to pre-heat the pan before using it?
934258
Necessary? No...Just depends on how you like your pizza crust. I highly recommend it. I like my dough crisper...So I feel pre-heating is necessary for that end result. Ex: I prefer preheating mine all the way up to 550 degrees F and then I remove it, lay the dough on to the heated surface (be careful), and build my topping per taste. But it isn't necessary... to do so...however, I feel not pre-heating it doesn't take the full advantage of the cast iron characteristics that most are seeking--holding heat.
934259
I use a 12 inch cast iron skillet for pizza and do not preheat it. It works great. I would think this would be the same.
934260
I didn't think about that, it might be a good idea to pre-heat because it took forever for the pizza to cook...about twice the time it should have taken..
934261
I usually preheat cast iron pans (Medium or Low heat for about 5-10 minutes). Then things like pancakes cook fast and correct.
934262
I don't for pizza. I preheat the oven to 550 degrees f. Then I pat out my thin yeast crust and pre bake 7 minutes, pull it out of the oven, put toppings on & return to the oven for 5-9 more minutes. When I make a second pizza, I pat the dough out on parchment paper and put it in the hot pan.
934263
No not necessary to preheat the pan, but remember to pre-heat your oven at least 45 minutes at 475 degrees to achieve a nice crispy pie. Enjoy.
45093
Depends on what I cook...usually I do not use after every use of the pan....if I don't plan on using pan for a week I will use it just to be safe....
1627919
yes you can brown meats in your pan first. Just make sure that you oil it well first and keep it on medium heat not high. It holds heat well and gets hot quickly. After I have cleaned my pan I always oil it well before storing it. Just take some oil on a paper towel and coat bottom and sides lightly. Hope this helps
1602081
Yes it is. But you should still season the pans before use. I am very happy with them.
492910
It's best to heat it up at least a half hour before you use it. The stone will be really work at its best. Also if you have a gas stove place the stone on the bottom. If your stove is electric lower the rack to its lowest setting and place the stove there. Your pizza will be nice and crisp.
1713930
The instructions with the recipe I used recommended that you rub the inside of the individual cups with butter. Equally important is to preheat the pan for two minutes before putting the batter in it.
918626
As a follow-up to the answer of September 12, the pan is pre-seasoned. I use an inexpensive olive oil (not extra virgin). it seems to work well using the same technique described in the first answer.
19853
Sharon:There should be no need to use cooking spray on the pans. Use butter, perhaps. You should also check the website and try to find the exact pan you have. they have the most up-to-date information. If you can't find the answer yourself, I'd invest the time to give the customer service number a call. If you still have the wrappers around the pans, read this carefully. A lot of information is spelled out regarding use and proper care. I hope this helps. If not, please ask again.All the best!Helen
1443576
No, I just spray it with a little cooking spray and have had no problems at all! I live these pans!
935971
I did season this pan with a little cooking oil before first time use. Although it is not specified in the instruction, it is always a good idea to do that first time.
1909916
The pans do not need to be seasoned with oil before use. A simple wash with warm water and dish soap and the pan is ready for use.
2067924
No, you do not need to heat it before each use. Only before the first use to set the bite for your teeth. Then it's just a matter of cleaning after each use.
1273431
You have to learn to cook with stainless... you need to heat up the pan first than add a little oil. If you do it right you almost never have any problems, put hot water in the pan once you are done cooking. You may have to clean up a pan every once in a while, just use Barkeepers Friend as said.
2134075
You don't need to season a stainless pan though some do. I don't. But I mostly pan fries stuff and the preheating process with oil is similar to the seasoning process anyway. For things stuck, if not burnt, it is easily soaked and cleaned. For burnt on, I use the barkeepers friend to clean it up. Not really difficult.I am not a chef, so my opinions worth 2 cents.
2227043
Haven't done that...the entire pan's going to get pretty hot, I think. Seems if you could control the heat some, it could work. Just don't know.
1124638
as long as you coat the pan before you put the batter in you should be fine.
1121609
I wouldn't do it. I often have people help me cook who get too eager to wash a pan before it cools. Over time it will warp. Even if it slightly warps it will be hard to get a tight seal with the lid.