Should you grease or oil the waffle plates or any of the plates before using? If yes, is cooking spray absolutely taboo as requested by the com
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I can't answer about the cooking spray because I quit using this grill a long time ago. It didn't heat up enough for me. I went back to using an older version of "George". J Smith
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To me cooking spray is definitely taboo, the chemicals can damage non-stick cookware. When I need to oil something I use a soft brush with just one drop of oil or non-pressurized spray bottles. I haven't had anything stick but I haven't tried to make waffles or used any batter yet.
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I use golden malted complete mix... it isn't premixed. I also use the standard waffle recipe in BH&G cookbook, page 88. Regardless, I find that I DO need to spray or oil the waffle grates occasionally, starting with the first waffle, to get them to easily release, in spite of the instructions.
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Yep, I understand. We love "George", but I never had any luck with waffles. I used every heat setting when making them. Used Pam and whatever else was available to make them slide out. I'd really like to watch someone who's had success with waffles to see what I'm doing wrong. How hard can it be?
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With some gentle prying, I am almost always able to remove the waffles without them splitting apart. Occasionally, I do not put enough oil in and end up with a torn waffle. Is the pan too hot when you pour the batter in? Is the oil burning? Also, I have found that, for some reason, the whole wheat recipe included on the package sticks a bit more than the other recipes. And make sure the pan is completely clean of any dried or burnt batter before cooking another waffle.
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hi if you are cooking something with a high fat content then no but if it is not high in fat then yes but you only need to brush a bit of oil on the plate. hope this helps
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I love this waffle maker. It doesn't seem to be non- stick. I spray some spray butter on before adding the waffle batter. It works great. I think you would have to do this with any waffle maker.
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The Pam could be your problem. It can leave a residue that will cause stuff to stick after a while. We buy cheap spray bottles from The Dollar Store and fill them with olive oil or peanut oil and use those for cooking. Try cleaning your waffle iron thoroughly, then season it with oil from a spray bottle. See if that helps. We've never had a problem with stuff sticking in our iron and we mix in cheese sometimes for a savory waffle.
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Do you mean, after using it or before using it? The inside doesn't come "pre-worn" and you don't have to season it or anything as if it were cast iron. We are not rough with ours, so the inside is still unworn after significant use. I suppose it could scratch if you are rough with your waffle maker.
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Personally I heat it for a few minutes beforehand, like 5 minutes on high. then hit it with Misto Brushed Aluminum Olive Oil Sprayer (olive oil) or pam for grilling which does an alright job also... If your cooking breakfast, I suggest bacon makes it really slick. Only tough part with the bacon is things will slide if its not perfectly level. If you don't like bacon please ignore my response and keep things sticking.
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I forgot to spray the waffle iron and was still able to get the waffle out. I think you will have to spray any waffle iron because it just makes it easier to remove. I am very pleased with this iron and it gets used almost every day :)
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Not necessarily, but you may have to add a slight coat of PAM spray to begin. It also goes back to how you prepare the Mix. In my experience I only use a slight portion of oil or PAM on my first waffle, I do use LOW fat milk and Low fat butter on my mix.
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Hi :-) I put a bit of olive oil - but when I forgot to, it still didn't burn the waffles (they lift right out of there without sticking).
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I have used some Pam but I spray it very lightly and yes to butter and oil you can use these as any recipe calls for. I do love this cookware and am so glad I bought them. I don't put them in the dishwasher though, very easy clean up.
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I sprayed it with cooking spray before use, and the food was oiled. I believe I soaked it in water after use and put it into the dishwasher. No problems; it came out clean.
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My grill has held up well. I choose to wash the grill plates by hand (don't know if that makes a difference, but assume yes). I brush on olive oil or veg oil, never anything like PAM spray. I've heard those type of sprays can ruin the plates.
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I don't believe the plates are removable, and of course you couldn't stick the whole thing in the dishwasher, but truly this has been the "cleanest" waffle maker I've ever owned. I had for a long while quit making waffles because I found the waffle makers to be such a pain. I now make waffles at least twice a week. I've never had to do anything other than either blow a few dry crumbs out of the plates or lightly wipe with a dry towel. The waffles come out of this thing very cleanly. The non-stick of the panels is amazing. You don't even use oil or cooking spray! There is no residue to clean up. I don't believe the plates are removable, and of course you couldn't stick the whole thing in the dishwasher, but truly this has been the "cleanest" waffle maker I've ever owned. I had for a long while quit making waffles because I found the waffle makers to be such a pain. I now make waffles at least twice a week. I've never had to do anything other than either blow a few dry crumbs out of the plates or lightly wipe with a dry towel. The waffles come out of this thing very cleanly. The non-stick of the panels is amazing. You don't even use oil or cooking spray! There is no... » Read More I don't believe the plates are removable, and of course you couldn't stick the whole thing in the dishwasher, but truly this has been the "cleanest" waffle maker I've ever owned. I had for a long while quit making waffles because I found the waffle makers to be such a pain. I now make waffles at least twice a week. I've never had to do anything other than either blow a few dry crumbs out of the plates or lightly wipe with a dry towel. The waffles come out of this thing very cleanly. The non-stick of the panels is amazing. You don't even use oil or cooking spray! There is no residue to clean up. « Show Less
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the grills do not come out. never us soap and water. take some paper towling and wipe the grease off. it is just like an old cast iron frypan. the more waffles you make the better the waffles.