Electric Skillet

Welcome to electric skillet reviews, a guide in helping you purchase an electric skillet by providing you helping reviews.  An electric skillet is a frying pan that doesn’t require the use of a stove top oven.  It features an electric heating element in the pan so it can be used independently from a stove. An electric skillet also incorporates a temperature controlled thermostat that provides  a controlled cooking temperature.   Electric skillets are great for cooking small meals, and are an excellent alternative to having to heat up a whole oven.

Electric Skillets come in a variety of shapes and sizes.  Most are about 10-16 inches in diameter and can be square, rectangular, or oval. When picking a size think about what kind of meals you cook, and how much counter space you have to work with.  Also check the wattage of the electric skillet you are planning to buy.  Some models will cook at higher temperatures than others so make sure you get one that will provide you with enough heat to cook whatever it is you will be cooking.

Electric Skillet Reviews

Presto 06852 16-Inch Electric Skillet with Glass Cover 16-inch electric skillet for roasting, frying, grilling, baking, making casseroles, and more Made of virtually warp-proof heavy cast aluminum; nonstick finish, inside and out Control Master heat control; tempered glass cover; stay-cool lid knob and side handles Doubles as a buffet server; dishwasher-safe with heat control removed Measures 23 by 13 by 9 inches; 1-year limited warranty   Amazon.com Price $37.72

A basic electric skillet will include the skillet, a lid, and a removable temperature controlling power cord.   Higher end models come in stainless steel, have a glass lid, drainage spouts, non stick coatings, and locking lids.  The advantage of the glass lid is that you can see your food cooking without having to open the lid, therefore keeping the heat locked inside and not interrupt the cooking process.  Drainage spouts allow you to safely and easily pour out broth, grease, or whatever you are cooking in.  A locking lid is great if you plan on moving the electric skillet from the kitchen to the dining table.

Hamilton Beach 38540 16-inch Step Up Skillet Upscale metal construction Glass Lid Built-in pour-spout Lid clips for easy grease storage Fully Immersible   Amazon.com Price $50.69

Electric Skillet Cleanup

Cleanup of an electric skillet is very quick and easy.  Most are dishwasher safe, but make sure yours is before placing it into the dishwasher.  Simply remove all food from the electric skillet, unplug the temperature controlled power cord, and place it and the lid in the dishwasher.  If it’s not dishwasher safe they can be easily washed in the sink with a mild soap.  When done washing make sure the entire unit is completely dry then place back in the cupboard until it’s time to cook your next meal.

Cuisinart CSK-150 1500 Watt Nonstick Oval Electric Skillet 1500-watt electric skillet provides 12- by 15-inch nonstick cooking surface Temperature control dial with indicator light adjusts from warm to 450 degrees F Glass cover includes stainless-steel rim and handle; side handles ensure safe transport Housed in brushed stainless steel; dishwasher safe; instruction/recipe book with 30 recipes Measures approximately 17 by 13 by 9 inches; 3-year limited warranty   Amazon.com Price $119.95

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