Cuisinel Cast Iron Pizza Pan for Oven Flat Skillets Comal for Tortillas Round 13.5"

Decided to try a cast iron pizza pan to see how the crust would turn out. First I washed the pan with a drop of dish soap, dried it, and did an initial seasoning with some oil and baking it in the oven for 45 minutes. After making my pizza dough, I poured about two teaspoons of olive oil in the pan and placed in a 450 degree oven for about five minutes until it was very hot. Rolled the pizza dough out on a piece of parchment paper then placed in pan and put the toppings on. Baked for 14 minutes and it slid right off the pan to my cutting board. The crust was nice and crisp, not soggy at all. The pan just had some crumbs in it which made it easy to wipe out and clean. This is much easier than having to preheat a pizza baking stone for two hours to get it hot enough.

Every griddle I've ever had has been crowned in the center, causing any grease or oil to collect at the edges while the center stays dry. I was pretty sure a cast iron griddle would be truly flat and allow the center to be greased as well, and I was right! My pancakes turned out with crispy edges all around, not just on one side. I'm anxious to try a pizza on it. I love cast iron because the heat transfers so evenly. Other cookware eventually loses its finish and cooking surface.... Cast iron just gets better with every use!

I have been making biscuits with this pan and totally enjoy the easy release and clean up. The pan holds the heat and makes the cooking process super easy. The size is perfect for so many uses, anything from pizza to baked goods. The biscuits brown just perfectly and the cast iron surface makes a huge difference in browning. I love the way the pan is shaped with two side handles. Easy to pick up and move compared to a cookie sheet. Comes with written directions on how to care for the pan and clean over time. This is a great product and one that I would highly recommend.

I am an avid cook/baker and know my way around a kitchen very well. I've been perfecting different pizza doughs for years, and have baked them on an array of pans, but I do believe this Cuisinel Cast Iron pan is my new favorite! I used a sourdough crust to test it out with first. Sourdough crusts taste delicious, but are known to not crisp up or brown that well. Well this pan took care of that issue! What I pulled out of the oven was the most perfectly crispy yet chewy crust I have ever made! Best of all, I didn't even heat it first the way that you have to do pizza stones! I am sure heating it first would have made it even crispier though! It's the perfect size for a 12 inch pizza, which is more than enough for my husband and I. The handles on each side make it super easy to remove from the oven with mitts, and I was surprised at how easily it cleaned up! It makes it clear on the packaging and in the book that the first thing you cook on it should be something high in fat, or with oil or butter. So I cooked up a few strips of bacon on it that I used for the pizza! It was easy to clean then, and after cooking the pizza. Then you just make sure to put a small amount of oil on it before storing! Easy peasy! So many folks are afraid of cast iron because they think its hard to maintain, but that hasn't been my experience at all. The minimal amount of effort taken to keep them in tip top shape is more than rewarded with delicious food, and in this case, a perfectly crisp pizza crust!

I have the cast iron pizza and baking pan that is made by Cuisinel. This cast iron pan is pre seasoned and is 13.5 inches. It has low sides, which would make it be great for making a pizza or possibly frying bacon on the stove top. The pan has a natural finish and has enhanced heat retention and dispersion. Cast iron is so versatile and can be used on a stove, in an oven, on a grill, or over a campfire. If using on a stove you can use it on gas, electric, or glass stovetops. You can even use it on induction cook tops. When using on glass, just be sure to minimize scooting it around to avoid scratching your surface. Use it however you want and you won't go wrong! Another great thing about cast iron is it is durable and will last for generations if properly cared for. Seriously, the more you use it, the better it gets and it may just become an heirloom. There are not many things you can say that about. This pan is easy to maintain but always carefully hand wash after each use and never put it in a dishwasher. Also be sure to thoroughly dry it and never allow it to air dry. To dry it you will put it on the stove at medium heat while seasoning with natural oils. This is great cookware that comes with a lifetime warranty - give it a try!

I love cooking with cast iron and this Cuisinel Cast Iron Baking Pan has met all of my expectations. The pan holds the heat really well and bakes evenly. I've had the most fun baking homemade pizzas with my Cuisinel Pan. The crust comes out perfect and has just the right amount of brown and a tiny bit of crispy, pan fry texture. I've also baked homemade biscuits that came out better than I've ever made with a plain pan. Bacon has also been a breeze to bake on this. The pan is 13.5 inches so it's the perfect size. I can't wait to try this out on the grill or when we go camping. I highly recommend this cast iron bake pan.

I am really enjoying this cast iron pan. I spread a little cornmeal in the pan and either make my own crust and pizza, or sometimes I put a frozen pizza in the pan- both turn out so yummy! It is versatile, you can use it on the stove top, grill top or in the oven. I have made other foods in this pan too. Hamburgers, grilled cheese sandwiches, steaks, fajitas -the list goes on and on. This would make a great gift for somebody who loves to cook I highly recommend it.

As a southern “cook”, we love our cast iron and are very possessive over it. I myself have never had new cast iron until this piece. I have nothing but nice things to say! This pizza pan is extremely heavy and well made. It has handles to help remove the pan from the oven. A large pizza fits comfortably in the pan with no issues of spilling over. The pan heats evenly and food doesn’t stick. This pan arrived pre-seasoned with clear instructions on both how to use and how to care for cast iron. (It’s fairly basic but nice to have a refresher course.) This pan cooked well the first time we used it. We baked a pizza on it but also plan on cooking wings, biscuits and other things that can tolerate heat in the oven. If you are looking for a well made pizza style pan that will age well and cook well, look no further! I think you will be proud to add this pan to your cook ware collection.

As my review title states, this cast iron baking dish is okay. It's great for pizza and tater tots. For the pizza, I baked a medium sized take and bake pizza. The crust was amazing. It was very crispy and almost tasted like a deep dish pizza. The tater tots were crispy as well. Don't forget to drizzle a small amount of olive oil before making the pizza though. The only complaint that I have and it's such a shame is that this baking dish is a bit heavy. Maybe a bit too heavy for me. I have a bad back and when I placed my food into the oven and when it was removed, my back started to hurt. That's just my experience though.

This is an awesome pre seasoned cast iron pizza and baking pan. It's made well and it's defyheavy duty. I use this cast iron to bake my pizza in the oven and it cooked evenly and someone it just tasted better. I like that it's multitasking and great for traveling as well specially for outdoor activities like camping or going to the beach. I would recommend for its design and quality.