topic Re: Last Resort Ceramic Coated Pan Rescue in Kitchen

Last Resort Ceramic Coated Pan Rescue

Marp — Thu, 29 Dec 2016 03:15:46 GMT

A week or so ago I was preparing a multi-dish meal and while I don't recall what I had in the pan I do recall having about 1/2-3/4 cup of broth and likely a vegetable waiting to heat.

I thought I had turned on the burner beneath the pot with the protein so it could start cooking then left the kitchen. Due to the smell of something burning I returned to the kitchen a few minutes later and discovered I had accidently turned on the smaller pan and it had boiled completely dry. The bottom was completely black and it looked fused to the pan.

After trying several things including prolonged soaking I was ready to toss the pan because nothing I tried made a dent in the burned on broth.

Feeling that the pan was a loss anyway I decided to try the paste cleaner and scrubby I use on my ceramic stove top. It took effort but the burned on broth started coming off. There was still some left so the next day I used Bar Keeper's Friend on the pan and with more effort all of the burned on stuff was gone.

Tonight is the first time I've used that pan since the incident and it worked like new.

Re: Last Resort Ceramic Coated Pan Rescue

Kachina624 — Thu, 29 Dec 2016 03:19:46 GMT

Good to know as I think we'll be seeing much more ceramic coated cookware.

Re: Last Resort Ceramic Coated Pan Rescue

violann — Thu, 29 Dec 2016 13:13:01 GMT

I usually buy a small frying pan or sauce pan to test out new nonstick cooking surfaces, so maybe this will be my next experiment.

Haven't en them in any stores yet, I don't think.

Re: Last Resort Ceramic Coated Pan Rescue

151949 — Thu, 29 Dec 2016 14:00:34 GMT

Last summer I got a set of ceramic fry pans for camp and liked them so much that when we came home I bought a new complete set of ceramic pots & pans for home. They are the most non stick of any pans I've ever owned.

Re: Last Resort Ceramic Coated Pan Rescue

dex — Thu, 29 Dec 2016 14:08:28 GMT

What temperature can the ceramic pans go to in the oven?

Re: Last Resort Ceramic Coated Pan Rescue

CinNC — Thu, 29 Dec 2016 16:05:40 GMT

What brands of Ceramic pans has everyone purchased? Thanks.

Cindy

Re: Last Resort Ceramic Coated Pan Rescue

Marp — Thu, 29 Dec 2016 16:49:09 GMT

@CinNC wrote:
What brands of Ceramic pans has everyone purchased? Thanks.

Cindy

I have Curtis Stone DuraPans--my favorite, as well as Ming Tsai which are also terrific and the one I thought I ruined is Todd English, my least favorite.

Re: Last Resort Ceramic Coated Pan Rescue

Marp — Thu, 29 Dec 2016 17:00:30 GMT

@dex

Curtis Stone DuraPan 390 for pan, 350 for glass lid.

Ming Tsai Simply Ming Pan to 550º F Lid to 420º F

Todd English varies but generally 400 to 450 for pans, 400 with lid.

Re: Last Resort Ceramic Coated Pan Rescue

151949 — Sat, 31 Dec 2016 06:16:42 GMT

@dex wrote:
What temperature can the ceramic pans go to in the oven?

Mine can go up to 450. But not under the broiler.

Re: Last Resort Ceramic Coated Pan Rescue

Poodlepet2 — Sat, 31 Dec 2016 10:23:31 GMT

Marp, I accidentally left my Curtis Stone on a burner all night on a setting a little above simmer: the pan discolored, but it still works beautifully! Have you tried it since you saved it? I love Curtis Stone: so far his pans have survived heavy use and high temperatures and perform as well as when brand new.

Somebody used my Instant Pot for something-it looks like rice-and they let it dry. I always use baking soda, coarse salt and vinegar, and it always works....BUT I still have residue. I have arthritis in my hands now,and I was "dying" after. I thought about using Ceramibrite, but decided against it: when I get home, I will try it!

Poodlepet2

Re: Last Resort Ceramic Coated Pan Rescue

CinNC — Sat, 31 Dec 2016 12:08:37 GMT

Thanks for the brands!

Cindy

Re: Last Resort Ceramic Coated Pan Rescue

Sweetbay magnolia — Sat, 31 Dec 2016 12:25:04 GMT

Hi, @CinNC - I just got a Select by Calphalon ceramic non-stick skillet and the thing is fantastic. In the oven to 400 degrees.

Re: Last Resort Ceramic Coated Pan Rescue

Marp — Sat, 31 Dec 2016 14:49:47 GMT

@Poodlepet2, yes I did use the pan after "rescuing" it; I didn't post until after I was sure it was still usable. It was a Todd English pan and while good IMO it can't compete with the Curtis Stone DuraPans.

When it comes to ceramic coated pans the only complaint I have is that I like my eggs over and the pans are so slick "capturing" the eggs to flip is sometimes a challenge lol.