Any issues with the middle of the food in the pan getting too hot because its directly under the sterno flame?
1061246
None. Its a buffet Chafer. It has a water layer between the food portion and the portion that gets direct heat. Just be sure to heat the water and keep water in it and you should have no issues.
1061247
Not really as you have the water pan in between the food pan and the flame which helps evenly distribute the heat. It's similar to what you see at buffet restaurants. That said, you should still stir your food occasionally.
1061248
Yes if you don't adjust the flame by partially covering with can lid and stir food contents
1541648
The flame from a sterno can will be too close to the bottom of the pot to work properly. The fire compartment is just over three inches in circumference and about two inches high. Use the fuel tablets.
534374
No my hot spot with both rings lit is on the outsides of the grill. I seem to over cook food farthest from the center.
528801
There's a fan that blows hot air out from behind the center burner when the oven is on. The fan is only on when the oven is on. So yeah, seems like you're going to have the same problem.
124549
I have experienced this happening, but I find it only a minor inconvenience considering the pan is the perfect size for the purpose it is used, heats evenly, maintains its shine, and is very easy to clean.
314067
The stockpot can get too hot to handle. Not scalding, but can still get pretty hot, so be cautious. The other pans are no issue. I havent had a situation where they are too hot to handle with bare hands.
2249569
Try lowering the Temperature setting. I have mine set near center position which is plenty hot unless you need to scald.
294836
I have no idea. I have never had a problem not being able to cook any quantities or recipes yet. I've even cooked triple boxes of pasta with no problem of boiling water over the sides of the skillet.
1980783
I baked some Tandori chicken in it at 475 and it left burn marks on the pan that I am unable to remove. So I say keep it below 450.
595131
Probably just warm up the food but it does get things really hot. In fact, I had to turn it off otherwise it would scorch the food.
100935
I have a 6 burner gas top and have used these pans without any problems. The flames are directed over the bottom side of the pans pretty evenly.
1536810
Well if we are talking just flame, probably. I use a gas stove. Sitting on coals I'd worry a bit. The inner pan is pretty thin so over a very hot fire it will probably scortch the food. The outer pot has a heat sink in the bottom not sure what the melting temp is etc. I'd contact the company and ask them to be sure it can be used that way, but I don't see why over a small fire it would pose any problems.
818847
It is not recommended to place silicone cooking items in contact with direct heat. I would recommend still using a cookie sheet underneath.
2141383
Not at all. I've used this for about 4 mos now without any issues. Food is hot and microwave is clean.
1920835
I have made bacon it and it was fine. The grease runs to the side and the flames are in the center area so it went fine. It did cause a huge mess though with all the grease and likely wouldn't do it again. I find it better to do bacon in a pan over the open plame.
1874233
I elevated it a little bit, but not out of flame reach. I did not see any paint issues or anything that may cause concern. Everyone enjoyed the food and is healthy still
315588
It sure does. The sterno or other form of fuel / gel heat will heat the water in the Deeper water pan creating steam / heat which in turns gently keeps the food pan above warm / hot.