Finding The Perfect Stainless Steel Electric Skillet

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When you are cooking for one or two people, a regular size electric skillet will not do. But a stainless steel electric skillet is just the right size to cook a couple of eggs or make a grilled cheese sandwich. You can also take it with you when you travel or go on a camping trip. Weighing only a few pounds, a small electric skillet can be dismantled and packed to fit nicely in a suitcase or travel bag.

A stainless steel electric skillet is an indispensable kitchen appliance if you live alone and do not have to cook a lot of food. It’s also perfect for the dorm, small apartment or studio, hotel or RV.

Certainly you will not want to use it to prepare a huge meal but if you only want to cook a couple of burgers then a mini electric skillet will work perfectly. It is also useful for cooking vegetables or condiments while you prepare the main meal on the stove or in the oven,

However, you will really come to appreciate an electric skillet when you travel or go camping. You can quickly prepare a simple but delicious breakfast in your motel room with it.

Eggs, bacon and toast are a cinch to prepare in a small skillet and do not leave a mess. Plus, the money you save will more than compensate for the small amount you paid on the mini electric skillet.

A small electric skillet is a perfect companion on a camping trip. You can use the skillet to prepare your favorite home-cooked meals in your camper. It’s lightweight and does not take up too much space but the convenience it offers is enormous. Use it to fry eggs, cook pancakes, French toast, hotdogs, burgers, vegetables, etc.

Small electric skillets usually measure six or seven inches across. They typically come with a non-stick cooking surface and a glass lid. Mini electric skillets usually have a very rudimentary design. They do not have a thermostat or temperature setting but you can cook at low, medium, or high heat. In addition to the “off” position, there is a setting for very high heat that is only used for preheating purposes.

The heating element is exposed on the underside of the pan and not embedded as in larger electric skillets. You must position the skillet on a heatproof area to protect the counter.

Small electric skillets are very affordable.  They are available in hardware stores but you can usually get them cheaper online at Amazon. Features and quality vary greatly between brands, so read a lot of user reviews and comments before deciding which skillet to buy.

Here is our favorite:

CucinaPro 1453 Stainless Steel Round Classic Electric Skillet 12 Inch
Price: $119.99 $112.08

Elegant design that makes a beautiful addition to any kitchen. Out electric skillet features a 12 inch stainless steel cooking surface. Skillet has a removable temperature probe and a tempered glass lid. Pan is dishwasher safe.

Features:
  • Pan is dishwasher safe
  • Tempered glass lid
  • Removable temperature probe
  • Beautiful polished surface
  • 1500 Watts



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