Does it NEED minimum amount of liquid in the pan (2" or something) in order for it to work accurately ??
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Yes, maybe even an inch, I use it for frying in my dutch oven. Very accurate
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I have found it doesn't need 2" but it does seem to need approx. 3/4" to an inch. I have tilted my pan a couple of times when there didn't seem to b enough liquid.
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I bought this thermoter, but i had user yet. But in the strunction you need a mininum of liquid (2" ) to work with accurracy. For deep fry is a not a problem but for syrup, is a real problem.
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Hello. To answer your question, the candy thermometer does need a bit of depth in the pot for the temterature to register. However, there is a "clip" as part of the thermometer that attaches to the pot and the actual temperature reading part of the unit can be raised or lowered. So you can use the thermometer successfully with much less that 2" of water (or whatever). I estimate that the thermometer can be used with as little as 1/2-3/4" of depth of whatever you are cooking. For fudge, this has been excellent. Make sure to cook UNTIL IT REACHES SOFT BALL STAGE (if that is the recipe)! Less and it comes out mushy. More and it becomes a bit brittle. Alan Hello. To answer your question, the candy thermometer does need a bit of depth in the pot for the temterature to register. However, there is a "clip" as part of the thermometer that attaches to the pot and the actual temperature reading part of the unit can be raised or lowered. So you can use the thermometer successfully with much less that 2" of water (or whatever). I estimate that the thermometer can be used with as little as 1/2-3/4" of depth of whatever you are cooking. For fudge, this has been excellent. Make sure to cook UNTIL IT REACHES SOFT BALL STAGE (if that... » Read More Hello. To answer your question, the candy thermometer does need a bit of depth in the pot for the temterature to register. However, there is a "clip" as part of the thermometer that attaches to the pot and the actual temperature reading part of the unit can be raised or lowered. So you can use the thermometer successfully with much less that 2" of water (or whatever). I estimate that the thermometer can be used with as little as 1/2-3/4" of depth of whatever you are cooking. For fudge, this has been excellent. Make sure to cook UNTIL IT REACHES SOFT BALL STAGE (if that is the recipe)! Less and it comes out mushy. More and it becomes a bit brittle. Alan « Show Less
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Hello. In response to your question, no it dosent seem to. At least no more than desired based on the way you cook. I bout this pan a while back and love it. Just be sure to wash it before first use as it is oily when it arrives
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It does require some pressure... I would say a medium amount of pressure... More than I was expecting when I ordered it
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I poured a whole bag of food in it & it was only 1/2 full. I returned it bcuz it didnt work properly. Good luck
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There is no minimum fill for this pot. I usually fill up to where it won't boil over if I let it get that hot, I guess you could fill right up to the brim if you wanted to or just to cover the bottom of the pot.I would think that you would have to put some kind of liquid in it, it is not a frying pan.It is a great pot and I have never regretted getting it.
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Basic logic behind the gadget is to coat food with thin layer of oil containing skin, or add minimal amount of oil inside food. That way, there will be very little oil evaporation during heating. Judging from my experiments, unless you have a good reason to minimize oil intake or to avoid oil fume, I do not recommend. One problem is the temperature setting is too low. This may be necessery to minimize the evaporation of oil. However, for some recipe it does work. Since I have not tested all recipe, it all depending on your intention.
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I did a test for you. I filled up the pan with water and poured it into a very small tumbler and did not spill a drop. Hope this helps!
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This varies from individual to individual. I don't know about you, but I have tried this a few times with the one that I bought and not had any success. My guess is that, for most people, a somewhat deeper pan is required, and it wouldn't hurt for it to be a bit larger in its lateral dimensions.
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no, there was no minimum. although like any pot you can not cook without any moisture. It has been a very nice pot. i recommend!
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It seems that I have done this once and it worked out with a VERY full pan. As I remember, it didn't spill over though. I usually 1 1/2 a recipe for use in the large pan when I make brownies, etc.
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Certainly...I would like to have one slightly smaller. With only two people to cook for most of the time, this is often times a little larger than I actually need. It has worked really well, no sticking of food and no flaking of the coating. It is not flimsy, but a sturdy pan.
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I'm not aware of what the minimum is but I've boiled less than the fill line on the pitcher with no problem.
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Yes. The heating element is hidden in the bottom, so the liquid doesn't touch it directly.
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It is totally dependent on the pan you use...I use a cast iron flat pan and it works fine...
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YES ,follow instructions , add your water or water ever liquid you are going to use , set timer and temp . Invest in a meat probe (dual) so that you can be aware of the doneness inside . It will do the work for you , no hassle .
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Just slightly...not enough to make a difference in the cooking. It's a fabulous pan!
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First, only fill half way so there is enough air space in the container to hold some air pressure. Pump a few times until the pressure on pump is firm but not tight. Second, hold closer to pan.