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If you are shopping online for a griddle you better be specific in your query because griddles come in all sizes and shapes, and for all kinds of different uses. Just to prove the point – the best selling griddle on Amazon, the Calphalon 10 inch nonstick griddle, is actually a crepe pan. The short, gently sloping sides give it away. It is still a great buy as a nonstick griddle, especially when it’s on sale for around $20 as it is at the time of this writing.

Grill and Griddle

Let’s sort out the difference between a grill and a griddle. A grill or grilling pan has a grid of raised ridges that prevent the food from cooking directly in the oil and drippings that accumulate in the bottom of the pan. If the range heat is pushed high enough you can get the same desirable grilling marks on steaks, chops and burgers that you see when you cook on outdoor charcoal and gas grills.

A griddle properly has a smooth, flat cooking surface, which makes it ideal for things like pancakes, omelets and crepes. A stove griddle, double griddle or double burner griddle (they all mean the same thing) are often reversible, with a flat griddle surface on one side and with grilling ridges on the reversible side. These griddles are often advertised as a reversible griddle or as a grill/griddle.

A reversible griddle is likely to be a 20 x 11 inch or so rectangle with short handles on each end. These griddles are called double burner griddles because they are big enough to cover and get heated by two stove burners at the same time. Coleman and Camp Chef make 24 inch and bigger griddles which are a bit large for a cooktop griddle but are ideally suited for outdoor use.

Round and Square

A round griddle is most likely a grill pan. A 10 inch or so smooth-bottom frying pan with sides just high enough to prevent oil and drippings from spilling over onto the burner, and with a conventional, long handle. The short sides are designed for easy spatula access to the food. You can appreciate that if you have tried to flip a pancake with an angled spatula. Since heat can be applied to only one side, round griddles are likely to have non stick surfaces.

A square griddle is also most likely a grill pan with short sides and a conventional handle. The advantage of the square shape is that it can fit more pieces. An 11 inch square griddle can fit four hamburgers or cheese sandwiches whereas three is the practical limit for a round griddle.

Steel, Aluminum, Stainless Steel and Cast Iron

Steel griddles are usually the larger rectangular kind, most are longer than 24 inches, and well suited for cooking for large groups. Nothing prevents you from using a steel griddle on your cooktop if it fits but most are made for camping stoves. The steel construction is rugged and can take some abuse from knives and metal cooking utensils.

Aluminum is less popular than it used to be but you can still find many sizes and shapes of aluminum griddles from top manufacturers, the Farberware Nonstick Double Burner Griddle among them. Thick aluminum is an excellent heat conductor although if not hard-anodized it can discolor and pit if cleaned with metal pads and harsh chemicals. Most aluminum griddles have at least one nonstick surface.

Variations of the cast iron griddle probably date back to the beginning of the iron age. Cooks who use cast iron cookware regularly have no problem maintaining the cookware to produce a nonstick cooking surface although newcomers still seem to get intimidated by the seasoning process. A cast iron griddle can be used indoors or out, dropped, and be thoroughly abused with utensils and searing cooking temperatures with no ill effect. Cast iron directly on charcoal is the only way the home cook can get the temperature high enough for a real blackened effect. Cast iron can be heavy so check the weight specs if you’re a diminutive size.

Unexpectedly, a stainless steel griddle is rare. Even the stainless steel champion All-Clad makes only a hard-anodized aluminum griddle. There are a few models of 12 inch round stainless steel griddles but even these great cooking tools, from different manufacturers, for same strange reason have puny side handles that disqualify them from serious consideration.

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Le Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 10 2/3 Inch Crepe Pan, Cobalt $99.95 Prepare and serve paper-thin buttery crepes that are browned and crisp to perfection on the outside and deliciously soft on the inside with the Le Creuset Crêpe Pan in Cobalt Blue enameled cast iron with an included 8″ wooden crêpe dough spreader (rateau). The satin black enamel interior, after just a few uses, forms its own nonstick coating resulting in easy release of the crêpe from the pan. …

All-Clad Round Crepe Pan $39.99 Originally designed to meet the demands of professional chefs, All-Clad continues to be the undisputed choice in four-star kitchens throughout the world. The cookware has exquisite lines, impeccable balance, meticulous hand-finishing, and superior heat-conductivity. The non-stick cookware features a revolutionary, reinforced system for professional grade non-stick cooking. Beneath the non-stick co…

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All-Clad 14-in. Stainless Stir Fry Pan $179.95 Simple, fast meals, especially the low-carb kind, lend themselves to this 14-in. stir fry pan by All-Clad Stainless. Its deep, sloped sides accommodate a variety of meats and vegetables and allow for quick cooking without spilling food. All-Clad’s pure aluminum core allows the pan to heat evenly on the bottom and up the sides so food cooks evenly. A double-riveted handle adds convenience for lifting from stovetop to table or counter. Cleans up beautifully every time.

All-Clad 14×11x2-in. Stainless Roasting Pan with Rack $244.95 You can take the versatile Petite Roti Roasting Pan by All-Clad Stainless from rangetop to oven to tabletop. Its deep sides accommodate a variety of meats or poultry such as pork chops, Cornish game hens or Tri-tip for two. This roaster will hold a 9- to 11-lb. bird in its nonstick rack. Two double-riveted handles add convenience for lifting. The sturdy rack elevates roasts and more, and lifts out easily by using the handles. Originally designed for professional chefs, this All-Clad pan has a hand-polished 18/10 stainless steel cooking surface that won’t react with food. Handles are fastened with non-corrosive rivets. The All-Clad pan is the undisputed choice among 4-star chefs and is available in five distinct designs. Not to be used on induction stoves. Lifetime warranty.

All-Clad 11-in. Nonstick Specialties Grill Pan $154.95 This 11″ square Grill Pan from All-Clad makes it easy to prepare healthy recipes with little or no fat. Grill your steaks or lamb chops, breasts of chicken or succulent fish on the raised surface of this grill pan – as your food grills, the excess fat collects at the bottom of the pan away from your food. Made of highly conductive heavy-gauge anodized aluminum, the pan has a durable Excalibur nonstick interior for easy release and quick cleanup. The cast stainless steel handle (attached with non-corrosive, stainless rivets) remains cool to the touch while using on the stovetop. Originally designed to meet the demands of professional chefs, All-Clad continues to be the undisputed choice in four-star kitchens throughout the world. Impeccable balance, meticulous hand finishing and construction warranted for a lifetime of use.

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All-Clad 3-qt. Copper Core Saute Pan $329.95 All Clad is known for its superb quality in cookware and this 3-quart sauté pan demonstrates why. It combines the excellent heat conductivity of copper with the easy maintenance and beauty of stainless steel. Its size and shape is perfect for sautéing veal, chicken, beef or fish with garlic-scented greens. The polished, 18/10 stainless-steel lid and stay-cool loop handles are riveted for strength and the long pan handle (holed for hanging on a hook or peg) also stays cool on the stovetop but won’t be harmed by an oven’s highest heat, even though it is oven-safe up to 500F degrees. Hand wash, as dishwasher-use will deteriorate the pan’s exterior beauty.

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All-Clad 12-in. Nonstick Specialties Grill Pan $59.95 The 12-in. Round Grill is designed for making all your breakfast foods, grilled sandwiches, burgers and much more.The pan’s low sides allow you easily lift and turn food. Nonstick surface allows you to cook healthier, using less fat and oils, and cleans up quickly. Use wood or nylon utensils on this surface for lasting durability.Originally designed for professional chefs, All-Clad LTD pans have 3 layers, bonded together to ensure even heating. The pure aluminum core is fused between the extra-thick, anodized exterior and the durable, nonstick cooking surface, which won’t react with food. Handles are fastened with non-corrosive rivets. Pan will never scratch, chip or peel. All-Clad is the undisputed choice among 4-star chefs and is available in five distinct designs.

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