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Default Can a cast iron griddle be . . . .

On 4/10/2017 12:47 AM, Wayne Boatwright wrote:
> On Sun 09 Apr 2017 05:50:33p, Ed Pawlowski told us...
>
>> On 4/9/2017 7:51 PM, Sky wrote:
>>> . . . used very carefully on an electric, non-induction,
>>> glass-top cooking surface? Like one of those heavy, two-sided
>>> (smooth or grooved) griddles made by Lodge. I don't have either,
>>> although I may consider the griddle as a gift for someone who
>>> does use a glass-top stove. Hence my question ;D TIA.
>>>
>>> Sky

>>
>> I prefer the cast aluminum Chef's Design griddles. Smoother
>> bottom, less likely to scratch a glass top. Better heat
>> distribution too.
>>
>> https://www.amazon.com/Chefs-Design-...le/dp/B0001VQI
>> G8
>>
>> Our griddle get used at least 4 or 5 times a week.

>
> I'm sure you're very careful, Ed, but most manufacturers (mine
> included) recommend against using aluminum pans, griddles, etc., on
> glass top stoves as aluminum can leave metallic marks on the glass
> that usually cannot be removed.
>

True, and I looked at the griddle in the link and it says it is NOT
suitable for using on a glass cooktop. (I wouldn't pay $73 for a
griddle, either.)

Jill