GE Monogram ZEW145 Use And Care & Installation Manual page 24

GRIDDLE ACCESSORY
(continued)
Griddle Tips
Condition or "season" griddle before first-time use.
Most griddled foods are those that require cooking
on a preheated surface. The ~tiddle surface may be
Oreased lightly before adding food. Preheat the
&
griddle 5 minutes at HI heat setting, unless
otherwise indicated in the Griddle Cooking Guide,
then switch to the recommended cook setting.
. Foods which are high in natural fat, such as bacon or
sausage, may be started on a cold ~tiddle.
Foods to be warmed may be placed directly on the
griddle; a high-domed metal cover, such as an
inverted metal mixing bowl, placed over them will
help store the heat. Foods in covered dishes or pans
may also be warmed on the griddle. Use heat-
resistant dishes only.
Make
sure the grease collector jar and drip pan are
clean before using the griddle.
To preserve the finish, use only Teflon@ coated,
nylon or wooden spatulas and spoons. Never use
the griddle surface as a cutting board.
. Over a period of time, minor scratches and some
discoloration may appear in the non-stick coating.
This will not affect the cooking performance or the
non-stick finish.
. Avoid using metal utensils with sharp points or
rough or sharp edges which might damage the
non-stick coated griddle surface. Do not cut foods
on the griddle.
Questions and Answers
Q. How should I store my griddle when it is not
in use?
A.
To avoid marring the non-stick finish, store griddle
upright on the edge with the terminals up to avoid
damage. If it is necessary to store it flat, avoid
placing other pans or cookware on top.
Q. Why aren't my foods done even though they
have cooked the full time?
A.
Preheat the griddle for a longer time and leave
foods on the griddle longer to attain the desired
degree of browning.
Q. How long can foods be kept warm with the
griddle without losing their appeal?
A. No
longer than 2 hours is recommended, to assure
good food quality and to prevent spoilage. Delicate
foods, such as eggs, should not be kept more than
15 to 30 minutes; entrees and casseroles maybe
warmed for 30 to 60 minutes. Hors d'oeuvres will
stay hot for serving up to 1 or 1!4hours. Rearrange
or stir foods occasionally, if possible.
Q. Do I need special cookware for use with
my griddle?
A.
Avoid using metal cookware with sharp points or
rough or sharp edges which might damage the non-
stick-coated griddle surface. Do not cut foods on the
~tiddle. Use only heat-resistant dishes when foods
in containers are to be warmed on the ~giddle. For
further information on caring for your ~tiddle's
surface, see the Care and Cleaning section.
Q. Can prolonged periods of high heat damage
my griddle% surface?
A.
A brief preheating period is often necessary for
best results with many foods, but leaving the
griddle on HI heat setting for more than 1()
minutes without food can damage the non-stick
coating. Always be sure to turn control knobs to
off (0) when cooking is completed.
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