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Binding: Lawn & Patio Brand: Steven Raichlen Best of Barbecue Color: Stainless EAN: 0050016780342 Label: Steven Raichlen Best of Barbecue Manufacturer: Steven Raichlen Best of Barbecue Model: SR8034 Publisher: Steven Raichlen Best of Barbecue Release Date: March 01, 2005 Sales Rank: 46925 Studio: Steven Raichlen Best of Barbecue Variation Description: Stainless
Rating: - Love it.
Heavy duty press, love it but make sure you season it as it does not tell you to do this.
Rating: - Great press
The grill press works very well and is the correct weight. Just make sure to "season" it before the first use.
Rating: - Works Great....After It's Seasoned!
A previous reviewer complained about the metallic taste when using this item. It should be noted that nowhere on the package is the user told that seasoning must be done before it should be used. I have lots of cast iron utensils and pans so I was well aware of that fact. I don't use oil as it can give off an unpleasant odor if not completely absorbed into the metal. I use melted shortening instead.
As far as the grill press itself goes, I couldn't be happier with it. I used it with Steven Raichlen's Tuscan Grill and it produced very distinctive and flavorful grill marks on steak. It ... Read More
Rating: - Message from the Manufacturer
Please remember that unseasoned cast iron needs to be seasoned by the consumer before the first use. It will rust if not properly seasoned. To season the Grill Press, remove the handle by unscrewing the two screws on either end. Rinse with mild soap and water, then thoroughly dry. Rub cooking oil over the entire surface with a clean rag or a paper towel. Place it in an oven preheated to 250 degrees fahrenheit for approximately 2 hours. Handle with care when removing, as the Press will be quite hot. Use a hot pad. Let the Grill Press cool on a heat resistant surface, replace the handle, and ... Read More
Rating: - If you like the taste of metal, then this is for you :P
Even after thorough cleaning, leaves a terrible metal taste to the food. I must've washed this 5 or 6 times in my attempt to remove the metal odor. I also noticed some rust colored powder on parts of the surface after washing. Yuck!