Elite Gourmet 7.5 Qt Extra-Deep Electric Skillet, 12"x12", 1200W, Nonstick

Just for those considering an electric skillet, you really can't beat the price point for this unit's large cooking area and truly even heat distribution, on top of the super easy to clean and really, really non-stick surface. One of the things that was a big frustration with round skillets is the heat element that only heats directly above the element. This unit is a rectangle - 16" x 13" - which doesn't sound like much but when you see it, it's really big. Plenty of room to cook and I appreciate that it's over three inches deep, making it easy to flip foods without any going overboard. And, as for the heating elements, they're all over the bottom of the skillet so when you're cooking, ALL your food gets cooked evenly and at the same time. Plus, this thing is big enough and sits high enough that you can slide a couple of plates, (I would take caution if your plateware is plastic), UNDER the cooking surface to warm them up before you serve your meal. I always put my cooked food on warm plates so that the food doesn't cool off while sitting on a cold plate. I used to have to warm them in the microwave, but now I can keep them right in front of me while I cook. For the price, you just can't beat it. I spent a lot of time researching before buying this model, some were cheaper by a few bucks and many were a lot more, $20 to $100 more, but I would recommend this product over all of them. You won't be sorry. Again, this product review is for the large 16" x 13" ONLY. I read elsewhere that people had similar issues with cooking elements on smaller units where they only use ONE heating element and you end up with the same problems while cooking. I highly recommend that you spend the extra few bucks to get this larger unit, (it's really amazing how large it is when sitting on your counter), and whether it's a first time purchase or replacement buy, get the bigger one.

I can’t say enough good things about this electric non stick pan. My family loves the size of it for food prepping. You can cook 3 pounds of ground chicken and still have enough room to add what ever you want. It cooks everything evenly and has a plug to adjust pan temperature. It also has a spout on the side to pour out any excess liquid and makes for easier clean up. I’ve been very pleased with this product.

Update/edit to add that I bought the original review is for the 10.5 quart, which is still doing very well almost a year into use. Phenomenally good at this point. Later I bought the smaller 7.5 quart size (12'x12") to replace my failing other small skillet of same size/different brand. IT IS NOT as good as the 10.5 quart. Different material, different performance. VERY different quality. I am already looking to buy another to replace the Elite Gourmet 7.5 quart (12"x12") as the burn through is bad, and the sticking is worse. I LOVE LOVE LOVE their 10.5 quart, which is what the rest of the review is pertaining to. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ High rating for what it is, and for now. If I experience anything worth sharing, I will be back to do so (especially if negative). Electric skillets are a must have more me. Ease of use is my primary reason. I dont always want to use the gas stove, and I dont always want cast iron. I like the no fuss aspect of the electric skillet, and I like not "heating up" the kitchen in the summer. I also like it as an extension of my cook top options. I can use stove and also use this. I feel more comfortable cooking something for a long period of time in this than I do on my stove top. I sometimes use this a slow cooker, like its a hybrid. Now, the downside to electric skillets is that they eventually break down. I buy a new one every couple of years. DOES NOT MATTER BRAND. Brand name or off brand, they are all pretty much the same; something goes on them. I even had a $200 electric pot that barely lasted a year. SO, I now look for a product in the $50 range. If it lasts me a year, great. Unfortunate but true. Also, I am type to use this 1, 2,3x per DAY. So someone who says they've had theirs 10 years but only used 6x, is not helpful. Currently I have smaller electric skillet (maybe 12"x12"x2") for most basic needs. I had had larger skillets like this in the past, but sometimes it felt like it was too big. Yet still had desire for one especially for larger scale cooking. Hence why I had the uber pricy electric pot style. When THAT stopped working (control panel), I decided I would just get this large skillet. It is wide and deep. Plenty of space to work with, including making sauces and soups. And stewps (my thick soups). I figure if my little skillet breaks down, then I also have this as back up. My little skillet is showing signs of "burn" where the heating coils run. This makes for uneven heating, more prone to burning food, and also wears down the non stick portion quickly. Wont be long before I toss it, or I buy another--I do like having the small one too. Ok, so with any and all these skillets of any brand at any price point, the areas that are likely to go bad are: 1. heating coil area. This presents as a breakdown as seen in main portion of pan. Looks like a darker area. This contributes to uneven heating and less non stick. Then it is just always a mess to work with. 2. temperature apparatus. The portion that plugs into the skillet. They are pretty much all the same, just a prong. Sometimes they dont situate right any longer. 3. which is basically going back to #1, but the non stick wears away. You will get eventual scratches even if you are always using silicone or wood. ALSO, be sure to use soft cloth, nothing scratchy to clean inside. So when stuff seems to be burning or sticking too much, then it is time to think about buying new. ADDED TIP: when storing the cord inside, I like to keep a layer of paper towel or a cloth to line the skillet to protect it from prong scratching at it when in storage. ++++++++++++++That all being said, this skillet is NICE. So far (again will update if need be)+++++++++ --Size and depth are great for many cooking needs. --Cord is typical, with temperature control having its usual assortment of temps. Red light indicates its on --INSIDE has texture. A small dimpling all over the bottom. THAT IS NEW to me. Wasnt sure if I would like it, BUT it might just help extend the non-stick aspect. --UNLIKE most skillets of any size, this has TWO heat coils and not just one center loop (they call it M shape). THAT lends to much more even cooking, and hopeful much less likelihood of burn through. --Has cut out for pouring/venting and/or maybe spoon --1500 watt. Some have less wattage FOR MY needs, I like it--so far. I am currently pleased with it. Have used it several times, and so far so good. I will update if it all goes south. Or will perhaps update over time if it continues to be stellar. I tend to keep up with my reviews and will update on occasion.

This is an excellent, large capacity electric fry pan. It is very suitable for home use. The controls are easy to use, set up and cleanup are very easy and the clear lid fits snugly. It is nice looking and performs very well for sauteing, pan frying and it also works easily when frying things like fried chicken or fish and chips. I have not used it for braising meats, but I have no doubt at all that it would accomplish this task effortlessly. It has a non-stick surface, so DO NOT use metal utensils or metal cleaning pads on it!!! I have had mine for 4 years now and it shows no signs of wear or tear - just treat it gently, clean it with respect & love and it will last you a long time. It arrived on time and was carefully packed. The price was reasonable and the quality was very good. Highly recommended!

Love this frying pan! It is easy to regulate the temp and the non-stick makes it easy to clean. With the lid on, it is like having an oven sitting on your cabinet.

TLDR- I need 3 things from an electric skillet.(1) deep to avoid splater (2) no pfas but easy to clean (3) heating / cooking effectiveness. First pan was defective. Replacement skillet is excellent. Full review- while it's a good size to reduce splaters, pfas free and super easy to clean.. First pan did not heat well. It struggled boiling water with lid on. It doesn't cook rice evenly- added almost 1 hour to cooking tine and rice still was under cooked. Doesn't maintain temperature make popcorn. Frying potatoes, chicken or eggs is a headache trying to keep oil hot. Cooking burgers is a bad joke. Heats very slowly then drops the heat on everything we've tried cooking. Positive side, this has been the most easiest to clean. I love that about it. No food sticks. No peeling or cracks. Will return and try again. Second replacement skillet- was sent the same model and it is wonderful! Cooks all food types well. We are in the middle of renovations so I need to cook anywhere in house. I have been able to make all our regular foods plus try new recipes. We have boiled water, made strawberry jam and orange marmalade, cooks burgers and stakes, fried potatoes, homemade stuffed dumplings and ravioli, chicken noodle soup and more. The skillet keeps up with my family. Highly recommend

I've just today received this skillet and I couldn't wait to use it. I was so happy it was deep 3.15", as I had ordered a different one before this one believing it was deep but wasn't. So very pleased with this skillet in this way. Now I only used once today, made meat loaf in it and I knew it would fit just fine in this deep skillet and it did. I wanted to first carmalize some onions so I turned it to 250 degrees low heat and in all of a ltr 12 seconds me getting the butter and put big piece of butter in the pot pan, it began to melt right away. So it does heat up fast as other reviews said. I love the handles on this too, easy to hold it you're transporting food, and the lid is great too, it has an edge on it so when you put it on the skillet it drops in slightly and it won't slide around. I will say as I asked several times what the cord length is, and my first couple answers were, we do t know it's not stated. The. When I asked again, the person said, we have no information on this but one person said it's very short and it's believed another person said about 3'. It's actually very short and it barely reached to the plug unger the cabinet but it did with a little slackeft over. I'm loving the cooking area too. it's hot some sort of a rough surface which I like, lrobly won't ever scratch. I did use and always will, a rubber or plastic spatula for cutting through meat loaf and scooping it out. It cleaned up very easily as well. Very excited to make my next meal, chicken catchetori. I won't ever go back to using an oven or propane stove top as I live in an RV. This skillet does it all for me. I'm going to make some brownies in it too to take to a church function. Then I'll try lasagna which I haven't had in ages for I've pretty much been relying on my microwave for premade healthy meals. sandwiches, and my crock pot. I'm going to deat and fry some steaks soon too. Even tho I live alone and this is a family size skillet, I can easily cook two days of meals at one time with this. And beef stew! There's no end to what you can use this skillet for. I was concerned it might not get hot enough to deep fry lumpia or other fried food with1200 watts only, but it got pretty sizzlin' hot at 275 degrees today.

VERY Happy with this purchase and the price was excellent. I have been looking for a grill that has a PFAS-Free cooking surface (my George Foreman grill had a Teflon surface) but most grills were limited and the prices were over my budget. I wanted to be able to grill/cook meat and also vegetables, sauces and soup. Most grills are fine for meat and some vegetables but were otherwise not useful. This is a grill, a cooktop, a saucepan, and more. I have made grilled Reuben sandwiches (perfect results in less time than my toaster oven), mixed vegetables with chicken broth (took 3 or 4 minutes), hamburgers (had a nice char-grill) and sauteed onions and bacon in the pan at the same time! It is small but can cook a meal for 2 people easily. I plan on using it during the holidays to cook multiple side dishes. The entire grill can be put in the dishwasher but the ceramic surface is a breeze to wash--nothing sticks to it. GREAT Product, Great price and would make a super gift for anyone.

Muy buen sartén

I've had this frying pan 2 months now and have to say it's the closest thing to the old Sunbeam we used as kids back in the 70's. It's got good weight, it heats pretty evenly, has great depth but unlike the Sunbeam it has a great non stick surface. I stopped using my stove 5 years ago between the toaster oven, air fryer, microwave and my electric frying pan I'm all set up. As a retiree the frying pan makes great large casseroles that I can divvy up in multiple containers to freeze. Just remember use oil or butter when cooking, do not put water in the pan while it is still hot - once cool you can add water a little soap and use a plastic scrubber to clean One year update - I'm 68 and this is the best electric frying pan I've owned, being single, I often make large meals to freeze and because of it's depth, this skillet works great for casseroles or chili and much easier than pulling out the Crockpot and so much simpler to clean.

Buena relación calidad precio, tamaño perfecto para cocinar para la familia, efectivamente el material antiadherente no se pega nada y muy fácil de limpiar

best purchase. I use it everyday. easy to clean

Excelente producto, no me ha fallado ahora con estas semanas de uso. Cocina perfectamente. Antes había pedido una sarten Oster que resulto que no calentaba nada aun en máxima potencia. Este cocina mis verduras a tiempo. Recomendado.