Any ideas on easily removing melted cheese from pan? Making mac n' cheese is a pain to clean up in almost any kind of pot it seems! Thank you!
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I use bar keepers friend...on my pots, pans (not on non stick) glass top stove, tub, toilet and stainless steel sink...it works wonders for $1.34!
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I am definitely having an issue with the coating. I have submitted a question to Circulon for a replacement. My pans were bought Dec 2nd, 2013. The main problem i've had is with -- of all the pans -- the stockpot, which we use mostly for boiling things, sauces, soups. The coating seems to be coming off more and more, and it isn't inside the grooves, it is on top. We do use metal utensils, but you are supposed to be able to use that.. and it's not like we are frying in the pan (though, again, it says metal utensil safe). I'm wondering if we somehow got a bad batch, as so many people seem to say the coating stay. I am definitely having an issue with the coating. I have submitted a question to Circulon for a replacement. My pans were bought Dec 2nd, 2013. The main problem i've had is with -- of all the pans -- the stockpot, which we use mostly for boiling things, sauces, soups. The coating seems to be coming off more and more, and it isn't inside the grooves, it is on top. We do use metal utensils, but you are supposed to be able to use that.. and it's not like we are frying in the pan (though, again, it says metal utensil safe). I'm wondering if we somehow got a bad batch, as so many people seem to... » Read More I am definitely having an issue with the coating. I have submitted a question to Circulon for a replacement. My pans were bought Dec 2nd, 2013. The main problem i've had is with -- of all the pans -- the stockpot, which we use mostly for boiling things, sauces, soups. The coating seems to be coming off more and more, and it isn't inside the grooves, it is on top. We do use metal utensils, but you are supposed to be able to use that.. and it's not like we are frying in the pan (though, again, it says metal utensil safe). I'm wondering if we somehow got a bad batch, as so many people seem to say the coating stay. « Show Less
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Yes it melts the cheese as in grilled cheeses. I bought it for a Christmas present for my 17 yr old who loves paninis. I is easy to use and quick clean up. I would recommend it. There is a model that the plates come off but in my opinion the difference in price is not worth it. I hope that helps.
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I just want to "ditto" on the hand wash only. I had a beautiful shiny silver pan that was washed in the dishwasher at work. Now it is so ugly - blacked and whatnot. I just popped out here to buy a new one. And I will make sure to NEVER leave it at work after a potluck again.
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What were you cooking? I have never had anything stick to mine, I can literally burn a piece of cheese to my frying pan and it will slide rite off.... I do use olive oil in a Misto oil sprayer Misto Brushed Aluminum Olive Oil Sprayer with olive oil in it...These pans do not need high heat, I have noticed low is like medium in other pans and a little under medium is like high, they are very conductive, try lowering your heat and don't put food on a cold pan.
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I soak the pot in warm/hot soapy water either overnight or for a few hours. Stuck residue comes off with a few swipes with a scrubbing pad. You can get it off without soaking but it takes a lot more elbow grease. You have to be willing to put up with a little inconvenience in exchange for not getting any of that non-stick coating in your food.
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The measuring marks inside go up to 4 cups (almost to the top of the pot). I think you can cook one box of mac and cheese in it. Not sure about two since I haven't made those in years and can't remember how much water is required.
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I just use very warm water and a tiny bit of mild dish soap on a soft sponge. The area where you place the food is very sturdy and can be scrubbed, if necessary. Then I let it air dry on my counter. It's a very easy clean up! I hope this helped :)
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I turned mine on a little too high once and noticed that the spatula (which came with the cookware set) melted a little on the surface. I couldn't get it completely off when I washed the pan. I think it has worn off now, but I wasn't thrilled about that because I don't really like using plastic to begin with. This is the ONLY problem I've had so far with this cookware.
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Well if you want to melt the cheese yes you can use it cuz you know you can put at pot in the bottom to boil water and then you put over the aluminion pot and with the heat produce by the pot with water you can melt the cheese for macaroni or any other food ok bye
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Put the pan on the counter. Pour a glass of water in the pan so the bottom of the pan and the label are completely covered. Let soak for a few hours. It will slide right off. No goo or residue left at all. I left mine sitting for six hours, because I got busy and forgot about it. Perhaps an hour or two would be sufficient, not sure.
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My set has worked well, but the non-stick has started to retain some food bits at times. Using a mild vinegar soak for 10-15 min., seems to release the residue (it's still much easier to clean, than the stainless steel sets). My problem: When simmering/boiling with the glass covers on, fluid becomes trapped between the rubber gasket and metal rim. Over time, I'm noticing buildup and/or a bit of rusting(?) where the lid glass meets the metal, which is near impossible to clean ( I would've preferred a totally metal lid, to this design). Otherwise, I'm a fan of the ceramic coating, on the pans. My set has worked well, but the non-stick has started to retain some food bits at times. Using a mild vinegar soak for 10-15 min., seems to release the residue (it's still much easier to clean, than the stainless steel sets). My problem: When simmering/boiling with the glass covers on, fluid becomes trapped between the rubber gasket and metal rim. Over time, I'm noticing buildup and/or a bit of rusting(?) where the lid glass meets the metal, which is near impossible to clean ( I would've preferred a totally metal lid, to this design). Otherwise, I'm a fan of the ceramic coating, on the pans.
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Please on't throw it out.Clean it and season it.... add olive oil and put it on the stove on low heat and cook it for a few minutes love my pan and use it fr Paella at least once a monthE.B. Monroe Ct.
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I use foil to cover the top and bottom to make clean-up easier. Cleaning is the hardest part. Panini's leak depending on their ingredients. If you shredded cheese out to the edges, it will melt or caramelize and seal. Too much cheese; and the cheese will run out, too.
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I have a VERY good rubber scraper...it's just a spatula but is nice and stiff with a tad of "give" to it. I find it "impossible" to get EVERYTHING out of the freezing bowl but put 97% of what I make into the freezer and have to suffer and sit and scrape out the rest and eat it....it's a dirty job but someone's got to do it! But really...just find the right scraper and do the best job you can...you should be able to get most of it out. Happy churning!
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Did you wait enough time before taking off the lid 'carefully'...all recipe's stress this. I have the 9 and 13 inch pans...this was the BEST recipe I've found, it is for the 13", but the fewer 'specialty' ingredients seem to work better...I searched and cannot find the site, but for the large pan 4 3/4 AP, 1 2/3 water, yeast, 1 Tbl salt, 1 Tbl sugar 1/2 stick butter...that's it...rise in bowl, put in pan cover with wrap till 1/2 inch from top, cover and bake 25 mins 350...carefully remove top..another 20 mins or so (some say check internal temp)..forget the milk, eggs and other stuff...hope it helps
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Use only Teflon & non-abrasive utensils. Although at Costco I was told that this cookware was durable & can use metal utensils. It was not true. Treat this like any other non-stick cookware. If you have to call there customer service, be fully prepared to get the "3rd degree." I rarely use my MasterClad because of the cost & how it really doesn't stand up to heavy cooking. I either use cheaper non-stick or stainless steel & will only use MasterClad in an absolute emergency.