Are you supposed to preheat the grill pan when it is empty?
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No preheat needed, just add a little oil, load with food items, microwave for recommended time, and let set to finish cycle. It's been an amazing device for meat, fish, and poultry! I'm not a shill... just a well fed buyer, with a happy wife. ~Paulhttp://www.microhearth.com/index.cfm
504654
I don't & I don't think you should. After all, the concept of the grill pan is to place your food in it, whether frozen or not, & start your microwave cooking time. Do use the Microhearth cooking recipes/guides that come with the product. That should really help you.
504655
I put mine (empty) into the microwave oven for 3 minutes to preheat. This makes a nice sizzle when you drop food into it, but your preferences may vary. Also, if you are adding oil, I pour in the liquid oil while the pan is still cool, then preheat. The oil expands and you do not have to use as much to cover the pan surfaces.
504656
I don't & I don't think you should. After all, the concept of the grill pan is to place yourfood in it, whether frozen or not, & start your microwave cooking time. Do use the Microhearthcooking recipes/guides that come with the product. That should really help you.
313908
Yes..Properly preheat. Season grate on first use only with lard ..not cooking oil..cooking oil will be sticky but lard not.. You will love this grill..The best of indoor electrics.
442216
I just place it on top grate that has flame underneath. It puts out plenty of smoke, just put it in grill at the beginning of your preheat 10-15 minutes before placing food and make sure you soak wood chips for 30 mins.
831223
Not sure of the correct method but I always allow pans to cool before washing them. So far, so good.
907910
Spray the grates with vegetable oil and fire up the grill.The grates will be fine.This is the best grill I've ever owned.Tonight,I grilled corn,onions,baby back ribs and hamburgers.I love it.
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yes the cast iron grates must be seasoned or they will rust and the food will stick. There are several different methods for seasoning cast iron but they are all basically the same. Wash them really good with soap and water and dry them completely, don't let them air dry. Use a paper towel and spread a coat of vegetable oil over all of the surfaces. That includes sides and ends. Once you have the grill grates completely coated, Preheat the grill for 15 mins on medium and then open the lid, turn down to low, put the grates on the grill and close the lid and let them season for two hours. Turn the grill off, let the grates cool and you are ready to go. yes the cast iron grates must be seasoned or they will rust and the food will stick. There are several different methods for seasoning cast iron but they are all basically the same. Wash them really good with soap and water and dry them completely, don't let them air dry. Use a paper towel and spread a coat of vegetable oil over all of the surfaces. That includes sides and ends. Once you have the grill grates completely coated, Preheat the grill for 15 mins on medium and then open the lid, turn down to low, put the grates on the grill and close the lid and let them season for two hours.... » Read More yes the cast iron grates must be seasoned or they will rust and the food will stick. There are several different methods for seasoning cast iron but they are all basically the same. Wash them really good with soap and water and dry them completely, don't let them air dry. Use a paper towel and spread a coat of vegetable oil over all of the surfaces. That includes sides and ends. Once you have the grill grates completely coated, Preheat the grill for 15 mins on medium and then open the lid, turn down to low, put the grates on the grill and close the lid and let them season for two hours. Turn the grill off, let the grates cool and you are ready to go. « Show Less
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That's where I use mine: I Pre-heat with both(or all) burners on high. Prep the pie in the iron. Put the iron on the rack directly over one of the burners, close the lid, reduce that burner to medium. I bake it that way 5 min per side. You'll have to adjust your technique to fit your grill. Mine is a very small grill.
163271
Yes. There is a removable pan that slides in below the grill. I cover mine with aluminum foil for easy clean-up but you don't need to. This is a terrific grill!
1853780
Try taking half as long to preheat as you did before... so if you preheated for 30 minutes then try 10-15. You can always climb up to temp but if its too hot at the start then your food will burn too fast. Also, try placing on indirect heat (the cooler side of your grill). Steel will still soak up and retain the heat but at a slower rate for more control. Good luck! Enjoy!
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No, it is not necessary to run the oven prior to using it the first time. To get the most from your oven I would, however, strongly suggest that you get the instruction book from the supplier. It contains info on how to place the rack and pan for various functions. I still refer to the quick start guide when changing functions. The manual may be available to print online. It also contains some recipes.
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The Pan First has to be cleaned up, then heated for your grilled Food, which should be seasoned before.
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I always start with hot grates before placing my meats on the grill. I'm sure you don't Have to temper the grates, but its automatic with how I cook. The grates are thin metal, so they will heat rapidly either way.Good Luck.
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We do not put anything on to seal before cooking. Doesn't seem necessary. To clean melted cheese or other grease or cooked particles I unplug the grill and wet a paper towel as soon as I finish cooking and carefully while the grill is still hot wipe down the hot grill, being careful not to let my fingers touch the hot grill. Works real well.
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I am not familiar with your grill model. However, I just lay the grates on top of my old Weber grates. I usually do not use them when I want to use the indirect heating method and I have aluminum foil on the grill. William's answer on December 30 is good. I use the grill grates mostly when i am cooking on high or direct heat, and I do not want any grease flair ups.
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.
629721
You do not place the probe in the item on the grill and leave it. Just test the item and check the done condition and remove it
286754
The lid rests on whatever is on the grill. There is a hinge that allows for raising the back of the lid to allow for the thickness of the product being cooked. I have never tried to use the grill without lowering the lid, but I don't think there would be enough heat to cook anything without lowering the lid.