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Calphalon One Infused Anodized 11-by-21-Inch Rectangular Grill Pan | 
 enlarge | Brand: Calphalon
Buy New: $175.00
Rating:  1 reviews
Color: charcoal gray
Shipping Weight (lbs): 6
Dimensions (in): 19 x 10 x 4
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MPN: DR1121
Model: DR1121
UPC: 016853007257
EAN: 0016853007257
ASIN: B000162MBS
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | 11-by-21-inch grill pan combines qualities of traditional metal and nonstick cooking surfaces | | • | Advanced release polymer penetrates pores of metal so that food sears and releases easily | | • | Stain resistant; compatible with gas, electric, ceramic stovetops; safe in oven and broiler | | • | Stainless-steel ergonomic handles stay cool; safe with metal, wood, and plastic utensils | | • | Safe with metal, wood, and plastic utensils; lifetime warranty |
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Product Description
This exciting hybrid combines qualities of both traditional metal and non-stick cooking surfaces. Now not only can you brown, sear, and reduce sauces as the recipe intended, but you can also breathe a sigh of relief as you won't have a battle removing food and stains from the pan following use. How did this happen you ask? CALPHALON ONE INFUSED ANODIZED is manufactured with a revolutionary anodization process. Both interior and exterior surfaces are infused with an advanced release polymer which actually penetrates below the surface of the metal, into its very pores, offering superb durability and versatility. The intrinsic properties of aluminum ensure fast and even heating, as you've come to expect from Calphalon. Stretch this grill out across two burners, and cook up salmon steaks, burgers, roasted peppers, chicken breasts and more. You'll get those desirable caramelized stripes and less fat with your food.
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| Customer Reviews:
Good but Over-Priced Grill August 5, 2006
Joshua Cohen (Boston, MA)
13 out of 13 found this review helpful
I've wondered why no one has written a review about about the grill, but at $160 it is a pricey item with lots of more frugal alternatives. Well, I finally did get this, but...may the Amazon gods forgive me...I got it on eBay for a lot less.
First and foremost, this grill cooks very well. It heats quickly and evenly...even to the far edges of the pan...and at 11x21 inches it holds a lot of food. Also, the raised rim reduces spatter, one of the major problems with the reversible grill/griddles on the market.
Calphalon does over sell the non-stick properties of the pan. It is not non-stick, it is stick resistant though somewhat more so than original anodized aluminum Calphalon surface. The two cook and release food about the same, but the Calphalon One surface is easier to clean. In fact, this pan cleans with just a soak in soapy water.
In addition to grilling, this pan can be used for broiling as well. Unlike a Teflon-based pan, the Calphalon One surface can take full broiler heat and its easier to clean than a traditional two-part pan.
Also, like most aluminum pans this can be used for quick thawing frozen foods. Just place the food on the surface and the aluminum's heat conducting properties will thaw it in about two or three hours. This is not recommended by the FDA, but it does work.
So, is this pan worth its retail price tag? Probably not; there are plenty of less expensive and more-or-less equally effective solutions from coated and un-coated cast iron (Le Creuset and Lodge) to hi-tech surfaces like titanium and diamond ceramic (Scanpan and Swiss Diamond). Is it a good pan that provides professional results and authentic grilled flavor? Definitely, especially if you are already a Calphalon fan like myself.
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