Cast iron griddle by Lodge
 

Well, I hate this thing!! It does not cook evenly....my pancakes are cooked on one half of each side. Blonde/brown halves. I heat this thing up hoping for a better outcome. not so. Any tips?
Sandy

I cannot cook a pancake to save my life. I got a griddle thinking that would help, but still no luck. Maybe someone can help us both.

I use ours to cook over a campfire, I have never used it in the house. I guess I would have to place it over two burners on the stove.

I use both the smooth griddle side and raised grill side over a campfire with out any issues.

I find with all cast iron I have to let it heat up slowly so the heat is even throughout before starting to cook. If I heat it up quickly and start to cook right away there are hot and cool spots.

I have a huge heavy cast iron fry pan that works on the gas RV stove to make pancakes without any problem.

I do let it heat up...maybe "slowly" is the challenge. I start it as I mix my pancake mix. It does not fit over two burners. (Gas). My Pampered Chef one works so much better but the non-stick coating eventually gets icky. I thought that I would try cast iron.

Sandy

my mom bought me a griddle for xmas 3 years ago. and it does a great job on pancakes..its called technique. she ordered it from qvc

Hi Sandy: I have a Lodge skillet and have used it for years. Call them on their 800 number and explain the situation. They have wonderful customer service and may have some suggestions, if not ask if you can return it for either a refund or a credit. I love their products as I do not have to season them. I have two skillets, and would love to have a grill pan, but my financial situation will not allow me to get one at this present time.
Hugs Tomodachi

I use a Lodge frying pan or Lodge flat round griddle nearly every day of my life and have never had problems with either. Of course, they both fit over 1 large burner.

When I'm doing a thick burger or a steak I start them on medium high with a dollop of oil or ghee in the middle to get that sizzle right away and never have a problem.

Jan in VA

DH has one that he uses to do up eggs and pancakes on the grill. I know he lets it heat up for awhile. This is his second griddle. The first one was my grandmother's and he dropped it on the cement floor. And it broke!!

Did you season it well. I always season mine even if it says pre-seasoned and then every once in a while I'll do it again. Plus with cast iron if you burn salt in them it'll help keep them from sticking. I will also from time to time spray a little cooking oil in the bottom before storing them away. Love my cast irons