Presto 06626 11 inch Electrical Skillet w/glass lid

Perfect skillet for a small kitchen and an avid cook.
I love to cook, but I have a small, apartment-style kitchen, with a narrow stove and limited counter top space with which to work on. I do most of my cooking and prep work in a compressed L-shaped area where the stove is to my left and my kitchen sink just around the corner to my right. I tuck this electric skillet in the corner of the “L” and either use it as an extension of my stove, or instead of. The skillet’s non-stick surface is so smooth, it’s perfect for making dishes like crab cakes, where I pre-cook various ingredients for use in the final assembly stage, and can simply give the skillet a wipe with a paper towel between each cooking cycle. I only have to wash the pan once at the end of the meal (and the small pan size fits perfectly in my small sink). The skillet heats up quickly, and the temperature control lights up while coming up to temperature and turns off when the desired temperature is reached. I’ve also noticed that my skillet is reasonably level on my reasonably level counter top (e.g., cooking oil doesn’t puddle up in any corner of the skillet), and the skillet’s clear glass lid is very handy for monitoring food that is simmering.Additional Information:1. The skillet’s cooking area is 11 x 11 inches; and its width, including handles, is 11 x 14.5 inches.2. The power cable is 30 inches long, which works great if you have an electrical outlet nearby. I like it, because I prefer not to have a lot of redundant electrical cord laying about and taking up space.3. Temperature control settings range from 200 to 400, with an additional Warm setting.4. I’ve found nothing in the documentation that states the temperature of the Warm setting, but my (unscientific) tests with my instant read thermometer indicate that Warm on my skillet runs about 168 degrees Fahrenheit; and it doesn’t bring water to a boil. There’s an unofficial “Warm” setting, just below the labeled Warm setting, at the first point on the temperature control where the heat light comes on. This unofficial setting on my skillet runs about 108 degrees Fahrenheit.5. The skillet’s heating element is hotter in the center of the skillet (e.g., the center crab cake browns faster), but not so much that it caused any of my food to burn.6. Both the lid and skillet (but not the power control) are dishwasher safe, though the documentation that comes with the skillet warns that dishwasher detergent will discolor the bottom of the skillet. I’ve found the skillet easy to clean in (a cleared out) sink, so I haven’t bothered to try it the dishwasher.7. This skillet isn’t designed for deep frying, and the documentation states that very clearly.

Excellent Skillet
This skillet cooks evenly and heats up quickly. The temperature control is accurate and operates smoothly. The skillet sits securely and is very sturdy and stable. It cleans easily and operates flawlessly. Would be nice if the glass cover had a vent hole, my opinion only. The legs are heavy duty and attach easily with the provided hardware. The instruction manual is thorough and well written and illustrated. There are no negative comments to add to this review. Would highly recommend this skillet to anyone seeking a smaller square skillet. Good size for two people. Smaller and more compact footprint compared to a 16” rectangular skillet.

Love these presto griddles. The cooking surface heats evenly and always gives a nice cook.

This is a perfect little electric skillet for a small family. Easy to clean, dishwasher safe, non stick pan is just 11”x11”. Glass see through lid. Heats quickly with even heat distribution. I read reviews before buying and I’m happy to recommend this after 10 weeks of frequent use. Lived up to the reported good performance This replaced a larger pan that I was unhappy with.