Wow, thank you Launderess!
I bid on the least expensive GE, looks to be about the type of unit I'm looking for.
I bid on the least expensive GE, looks to be about the type of unit I'm looking for.
Waffle Irons...
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Wow, thank you Launderess!
I bid on the least expensive GE, looks to be about the type of unit I'm looking for.
I bid on the least expensive GE, looks to be about the type of unit I'm looking for.
Best of luck
Think the smaller single or two waffle units fell out of favor in many households as the baby boom kicked in. I mean if you have to serve up breakfast for three, four, five or more kids plus a husband making just one or two waffles at a go isn't going to cut it. *LOL*
The large Sunbeam and similar four waffle units were what one most commonly saw when growing up. Don't think anyone's moms used the griddle for sandwiches. Bacon, sausages, flap jacks and eggs however were another matter.....
Think the smaller single or two waffle units fell out of favor in many households as the baby boom kicked in. I mean if you have to serve up breakfast for three, four, five or more kids plus a husband making just one or two waffles at a go isn't going to cut it. *LOL*
The large Sunbeam and similar four waffle units were what one most commonly saw when growing up. Don't think anyone's moms used the griddle for sandwiches. Bacon, sausages, flap jacks and eggs however were another matter.....
Non-sticking waffles
Another thing one picked up from reading old recipes and manuals about making waffles is to skip scouring/cleaning the grids automatically after each use. This applied to the old cast aluminum waffle iron grids
Theory is one wants to build up a nice coating of seasoning just as with cast iron skillets/cookware. Once this is done the surface becomes as non-stick as Teflon. Many older electric waffle irons came with a brush one could used to get crud off between and or around the grids.
Also avoid using PAM and similar non-stick cooking sprays on waffle irons. The stuff contains lecithin and tends to form a nasty yellow burnt on coating when exposed to prolonged high temperatures.
Best way to re-season a good ole fashioned heavy waffle iron (cast iron or cast aluminum grids) is to take some slices of bread (day old white or whatever you have around will be fine), coat both sides with unsalted shortening then put one per waffle face down on grid. Close the unit and power on. Once the slices have browned nicely remove and feed to the birds or dogs. Iron will not be properly seasoned.
Another thing one picked up from reading old recipes and manuals about making waffles is to skip scouring/cleaning the grids automatically after each use. This applied to the old cast aluminum waffle iron grids
Theory is one wants to build up a nice coating of seasoning just as with cast iron skillets/cookware. Once this is done the surface becomes as non-stick as Teflon. Many older electric waffle irons came with a brush one could used to get crud off between and or around the grids.
Also avoid using PAM and similar non-stick cooking sprays on waffle irons. The stuff contains lecithin and tends to form a nasty yellow burnt on coating when exposed to prolonged high temperatures.
Best way to re-season a good ole fashioned heavy waffle iron (cast iron or cast aluminum grids) is to take some slices of bread (day old white or whatever you have around will be fine), coat both sides with unsalted shortening then put one per waffle face down on grid. Close the unit and power on. Once the slices have browned nicely remove and feed to the birds or dogs. Iron will not be properly seasoned.
I re-seasoned my Sunbeam waffle iron with oil, the bread idea would have been much easier.
From what I could see on the GE units they appear to be Teflon coated, true?
From what I could see on the GE units they appear to be Teflon coated, true?
Haven't owned one.
But IIRC those one saw at thrift shops had Teflon coated waffle grids and grills. They certainly were some sort of brownish color which means they weren't cast aluminum.
But IIRC those one saw at thrift shops had Teflon coated waffle grids and grills. They certainly were some sort of brownish color which means they weren't cast aluminum.
Who knew there was such a demand for vintage GE waffle irons. Bid on a few on eBay, went as high as $40+ and still lost out. The GE looks like something I'd want, will keep looking for one at a reasonable price, failing that I'll go for new from China.
I did pick up an older Oster at GoodWill the other day for $2.99 - it's round far from my first choice but the size was right as was the price. I guess now I'll take my time and get what I want at the price I want. It may be the
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I did pick up an older Oster at GoodWill the other day for $2.99 - it's round far from my first choice but the size was right as was the price. I guess now I'll take my time and get what I want at the price I want. It may be the
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Was going to suggest you snipe instead of bidding early....
But no matter, we'll get you one of those GE waffle irons one way or another. *LOL*
Will keep my eyes peeled a local thrift and other sources.
L.
But no matter, we'll get you one of those GE waffle irons one way or another. *LOL*
Will keep my eyes peeled a local thrift and other sources.
L.
I'll keep an eye out at thrift stores here too. I saw a nice old ('60s or '70s) GE not that long ago.
I still have a '70s or '80s non-stick Dominion (not sure) Belgian two-waffle type kicking around that used to be my mom's. It's yours if you want it. I can snap a picture or two if you like.
I still have a '70s or '80s non-stick Dominion (not sure) Belgian two-waffle type kicking around that used to be my mom's. It's yours if you want it. I can snap a picture or two if you like.
Launderess Thanks, I did snipe it, but my max was $40 ish, pretty much what I'm willing to go. Long ago I learned to snipe simply to avoid getting caught up and over bidding. It has saved me a lot of money over the years.
rp2813 Thanks for the offer on the Belgian waffle iron, but looking for a standard type.
I'm Ok for the moment with the cheap Oster I picked up, but I am on the hunt.
rp2813 Thanks for the offer on the Belgian waffle iron, but looking for a standard type.
I'm Ok for the moment with the cheap Oster I picked up, but I am on the hunt.
passatdoc
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my Hamilton Beach Flip N Fluff waffler iron is the best
Bought ten years ago on Amazon. Stores in a compact space and stands up for storage. Made with two top sides and no bottom. Fill with batter, close, turn it over, and it makes thick Belgian waffles. It achieves the same result as much larger and more expensive Belgians wafflers that rotate on a spit (Waring, etc.). I was so delighted with the results that I bought half a dozen (price was under $25) for family and friends. Has been out of production for quite some time. Don't know what the replacement would be if it ever dies.
Bought ten years ago on Amazon. Stores in a compact space and stands up for storage. Made with two top sides and no bottom. Fill with batter, close, turn it over, and it makes thick Belgian waffles. It achieves the same result as much larger and more expensive Belgians wafflers that rotate on a spit (Waring, etc.). I was so delighted with the results that I bought half a dozen (price was under $25) for family and friends. Has been out of production for quite some time. Don't know what the replacement would be if it ever dies.
Waffle Iron.
I would love to find a waffle iron like my folks had when I was little.
It was either a GE or a Sunbeam. It was wide. The waffles were 4 panels, all in a row. I believe the plates could be removed and flipped over to use it as a flat sandwich grill.
Has anyone ever seen one of these, or know its vintage?
Dave
I would love to find a waffle iron like my folks had when I was little.
It was either a GE or a Sunbeam. It was wide. The waffles were 4 panels, all in a row. I believe the plates could be removed and flipped over to use it as a flat sandwich grill.
Has anyone ever seen one of these, or know its vintage?
Dave
That sounds like the GE Launderess suggested to me. There are quite a few out there but they are surprisingly pricey.
Sunbeam!
Thanks Matt! In my previous searches, I could find nothing. I tried again, and it was a Sunbeam! Now to find one...
Dave
Thanks Matt! In my previous searches, I could find nothing. I tried again, and it was a Sunbeam! Now to find one...
Dave
