Set includes 10-1/4-inch square skillet grill and 9-inch panini press
Both made of cast iron and ribbed for grilling; pan is colorfully enameled
Heat the press separately and place on top of sandwiches as they cook
Pan allows you to bake, broil, braise, saut¿, marinate, refrigerate, and freeze
Editorial Review:
This 9.5-in. Panini Press creates delicious hot grilled Panini and crisp flavorful Bruschetta. It is a ribbed cast iron plate that works in conjunction with Le Creuset's porcelain enameled cast iron grill to produce top and bottom searing simultaneously. You can also create mouth-watering steaks and seafood, plus the Panini Press can be used to expel excess fat for a delicious low fat dish! About Le Creuset... Since 1925, artisans have been crafting Le Creuset cookware in the French village of Fresnoy Le Grand. Each piece of Le Creuset cast iron cookware is handcast, polished, double enamel-coated and then fired, resulting in some of the finest quality cookware available. Cast iron is one of the best materials for distributing heat gently and thoroughly and is ideal for induction ranges. The strong enamel coating will not absorb odors or flavors, and is easy to clean. Le Creuset cookware comes in a variety of sizes, colors and styles to match any kitchen and cooking preference. So lasting, you'll pass it on to the next generation of promising cooks. Please note: This item is not recommended for ceramic/glass top stoves.
With this two-piece set from Le Creuset, you can make your own grilled panini sandwiches and produce char lines on hamburgers or chicken breasts for that barbecued look. The 10-1/4-inch square cast-iron grill pan features raised ridges in the bottom that not only create the lines but drain fat, for which the two side pour spouts are designed. To make panini, heat the heavy cast-iron press on another burner, then place on top of the sandwich in the hot grill pan, so that both sides cook at once. The heat melts cheese and the pressure keeps a veggie-filled sandwich intact. The pan is safe for use in the oven, under the broiler, on any type of stovetop burner, and in the freezer and refrigerator.
Le Creuset is known for suffusing the exterior of its products with bright, modern colors, while keeping a more neutral tone on the interior to showcase the cuisine. Non-metal utensils work best on enamel, which will not stain, crack, or absorb odors. After use, wash the press and pan by hand, or place the pan in the dishwasher. Le Creuset makes its products in France and covers them with a lifetime warranty. --Ann Bieri
