DIY Griddle

Griddles are great for making pancakes

A griddle is a combination grill and a frying pan. A griddle's flat surface is placed on top of a stove and is great for making eggs, bacon, pancakes and other breakfast fare. Griddles can be as simple as a square or rectangular pan with low sides that sits over either one or two of your stove burners, or an electric griddle with numerous temperature settings. You need to follow a few simple steps when cooking with a griddle so you don't burn or ruin your food.

Things You'll Need

• Griddle
• Cooking oil/butter

Instructions

1. Plug in your electric griddle, or place your traditional griddle over a burner. You can purchase griddles from most kitchen supply stores.

2. Add cooking oil or butter to the surface of the griddle once it heats up. This will keep the food from sticking, and add some additional flavor.

3. Place the food on the griddle. You want to keep the griddle hot. The food will take longer to cook on a cool griddle.

4. Flip the food every few minutes. The food will absorb the butter or oil so it must be moved every once in a while to prevent sticking. It may take some practice before you figure out how long it takes for your food to cook on one side.

References

• Wise 4 Living: Griddle