Lodge Cast Iron Seasoned Double Play Reversible Grill/Griddle

I have a lot of cast iron cookware, a lot of it some very old Lodge ware. Lodge has always made a great product and I look for the label when making new purchases. This griddle was used over a gas barbeque grill, and worked perfectly. Another great Lodge product!

I have finally, at almost (almost) 40 years old, discovered the secret to cooking on the grill. I have always had hot-spots and flare-ups and generally a poor grilling experience, but I was given someone's really nice old grill and it was in great shape after 10 years of use. I asked how it was possible to keep it so nice and they showed me their griddles. His were teflon coated aluminum, but I prefer cast iron. I chose these because Lodge is a well respected brand and three of these fit perfectly on my grill surface. I haven't used the flat side yet and I may never. The food testes just like it was grilled without the plates only with less black and more carmelization. You need to care for your cast iron, go to Lodge's website for that info.

After the purchase of a new Gas Range, I wanted the Griddle for the center burner. Thier version would have cost $170.00, Plus S/H an Tax. This version fit right in place and has two options to cook with and only 1/3 the cost or less. In addition, I didn't have to wait 6-8 weeks for their version to come from a foregin manafacture, Wal-Marts' version was made over in TN and here in less time tan stated on the order form. Best deal over all. The only differance was the color match between my units and the one from Lodge.

I left the griddle on the stove until it got very hot before I cooked steaks and they looked great. The cast iron distributes the heat evenly on the surface so the meat cook at the same rate on any part of the griddle. In my case I have to be careful because I have a glass-ceramic smooth cook top and the griddle slides a bit when you try to move or turn the meat. I have to be very careful so that the surface does not get scratched. I think this would be great on a gas stove.

I absolutely love this griddle. I use it at least twice a week for restaurant quality pancakes and french toast. It's cast iron so it really doesn't get any better. You can make 6 pancakes at the same time but I often just just make three at a time to allow room for flipping. I have never used the grill side.

I got this with the hope of using it to make breakfast. I can say this it is non stick if you remember to season it after every use. The size is great can cook a pound of bacon on it. Cooking french toast is a breeze and it holds six of them at one time. The grill side worked great but have only done burgers on it so far.

A lot more manageable than the 16 pound one and very little surface area difference...the design allows for more cooking room because the little handles are in either corner, not along each end. Learn how to use it before hand. Allow to heat up but don't keep it on high and use extra grease until you learn what sticks and what doesn't. Food is cooking quickly on the underside so a lower heat will avoid burning and ruining the seasoning.

I love the fact that its already seasoned, you could use it right away. Cleaning is easy. It's heavy, as you would expect of cast iron, so I leave it on my stovetop all the time. I haven't grilled on it yet, but used the smooth part to make lots of pancakes, and grilled cheese. My pancakes actually come out better. Tried to make scrambled eggs on it, but it was a bit messy. I blame that on my inexperience in using a flat griddle. Also, my double burners are different sizes, so I have to manipulate the flame a bit. Other than that, I love this item.

The cast iron griddle heats evenly and retains heat. However the lip is only about 1/8" tall and the 2 corners for lifting are too small to grab and pick up, especially with hot pan holders. The small lip only hold so little grease that you have to remove hamburger patties, bacon, sausage, etc., and pour off the hot grease very carefully as not to spill. Then replace the meat and continue cooking all without spilling the grease or burning yourself on the hot griddle. Works well for pancakes and toast, just not any meat that has a lot of grease. Wish I had bought the baking pan instead, but it clearly states not for stove top.

I did my research before ordering it. Walmart had the cheapest price. It is heavy, but will last me a lifetime. Great for grilling sandwiches, cooking pancakes, sausages and bacon! I love that it has a reversible side for grilling fish and meat. I just wash it with soapy water, rinse, and wipe some olive oil into it to keep it seasoned for the next time. The company has been around since the late 1800's. I think it's a fantastic product and highly recommend it!