OT Blackstone Seasoning OT

mlc2013 · July 2018

captains log day 1, i have this stupid grin on my face that I can not remove. I can only assume that the more I learn the bigger the grin is going to get.

I cooked a few lbs of bacon and made a few smash burgers (still not perfect but better) and some sunny side eggs. My wife said it would be perfect for pancakes and french toast but to bad we dont eat them. Then she questioned me on what are we going to do with this monstrosity (her words), After I was done scolding her for cursing my newest child. translation begins her to let me keep it. I explained that we can cook anything we want on it and the fact that we cook bacon normally 2lbs a week and have to clean the oven after wards that this would be easier to clean (Im probably lying a little but hey at least im outside).

Now I have to figure out what we can actually cook on here to justify the space it takes up and keep in mind we are low carb eaters. so if anyone has any good recipes for the BS please pass them along. I will start my search as well and see what I can find.

Thanks for looking and have a great night

caliking · July 2018

mlc2013 said:

caliking just about to unbox the BS whats this sanding thing? What grit paper and how much or are you just looking to scuff surface for better oil retention or smooth surface

Sorry just saw this, but looks like you got it done

moar bacon!!!

Hntnhrd · July 2018

Cheesesteaks. Steak fajitas, shrimp fried rice , smash burgers ... the list is endless !!!!

TEXASBGE2018 · July 2018

I always just say think of it as a 3ft long skillet. Anything you can do with a skillet multiply times 3ft.

blasting · July 2018

@mlc2013 You weren't lying to your lady - it is easy to clean once you have your routine down. As far as the low carb thing... you may have bought the wrong toy. Don't worry - low carb is just a myth. Your new BS excels at quesadillas, sandwiches, the breakfast stuff, fried rice, and smashburgers of course. It's also handy when your have to brown up a bunch of ground beef, or par cook a bunch of onions etc.

Jupiter Jim · July 2018

Late to the party, but your way over thinking this......

nolaegghead · July 2018

nice. Hey, I have that same sander. Great tool.

mlc2013 · July 2018

to clean last night I just scraped everything while still hot and then again after cooled until mostly smooth and then rubbed in some oil should I have used a water soaked ragged when still hot and try and steam off items and then oil? I look for answers online now as well

nolaegghead im a big fan of festool and the rotex is used for just about everything
Jupiter Jim probably, I just fit it into a spot on my patio so looks like its going to stay just need to cook a few things on it that she would enjoy to help her not look at it with a crooked look of regret (you know the look she gives me every morning)
blasting a myth; please do tell would love an alternative that helps keep me from gaining the 65 lbs i lost without eat eating air for fast and a morsel of sand for lunch and like a bird for dinner? Im desperate!!!!
TEXASBGE2018 Thats a great point
Hntnhrd actually going tome some roast beef with peppers and mushrooms and gravy covered in mozzarella tonight our version of cheese steak, roast beef may be subbed out wi

lkapigian · July 2018

Also a must is a cover from @Tspud1

mlc2013 · July 2018

lkapigian said:

Also a must is a cover from @Tspud1

Already ordered waiting for him to ship

JohnnyTarheel · July 2018

mlc2013 said:

to clean last night I just scraped everything while still hot and then again after cooled until mostly smooth and then rubbed in some oil should I have used a water soaked ragged when still hot and try and steam off items and then oil? I look for answers online now as well

nolaegghead im a big fan of festool and the rotex is used for just about everything
Jupiter Jim probably, I just fit it into a spot on my patio so looks like its going to stay just need to cook a few things on it that she would enjoy to help her not look at it with a crooked look of regret (you know the look she gives me every morning)
blasting a myth; please do tell would love an alternative that helps keep me from gaining the 65 lbs i lost without eat eating air for fast and a morsel of sand for lunch and like a bird for dinner? Im desperate!!!!
TEXASBGE2018 Thats a great point
Hntnhrd actually going tome some roast beef with peppers and mushrooms and gravy covered in mozzarella tonight our version of cheese steak, roast beef may be subbed out wi

After cooking I scrape off what will come off then go eat. After meal I cut BS back on and heat on high for 3 to 4 minuets. I have a squirt bottle with water I use to apply water. It will cut whatever you cooked and come loose and go in grease track. I use paper towel to wipe dry. Then I use paper towel to apply thin coat of oil... works every time....

mlc2013 · July 2018

@JohnnyTarheel. Ty

billt01 · July 2018

mlc2013 said:

to clean last night I just scraped everything while still hot and then again after cooled until mostly smooth and then rubbed in some oil should I have used a water soaked ragged when still hot and try and steam off items and then oil? I look for answers online now as well

I basically use the same routine as the hibachi chef's..

I use water, lemon juice, and a rag to clean while smoking hot. I turn off the burners to cool a bit (~5/10 minutes). I then reapply a coat of shortening to the sides and cook top.

The best thing to keep the rust off is @Tspud1 's cover

mlc2013 · July 2018

@billt01. Thanks and excited to get tspuds1 cover. It’s in order already

lkapigian · July 2018

Bulk Purchaes of Paper Towels are also in order as well as having a paper towel rack/dispenser at the Blackstone ....and trash can

billt01 · July 2018

lkapigian said:

Bulk Purchaes of Paper Towels are also in order as well as having a paper towel rack/dispenser at the Blackstone ....and trash can

this may sound silly, but my daughters have made me the cheap pot holders with their loom sets. I have about 10 I keep in rotation for the cleaning. I use paper towels to re-apply the oil, but the loomed pot holders are excellent for cleaning...

lkapigian · July 2018

billt01 said:

lkapigian said:

Bulk Purchaes of Paper Towels are also in order as well as having a paper towel rack/dispenser at the Blackstone ....and trash can

this may sound silly, but my daughters have made me the cheap pot holders with their loom sets. I have about 10 I keep in rotation for the cleaning. I use paper towels to re-apply the oil, but the loomed pot holders are excellent for cleaning...

Not a bad idea !

mlc2013 · July 2018

billt01 do your daughters want to start their own etsy page and start mass marketing them?
Ill take 10% commission for the idea and will do absolutely nothing to help.

In all seriousness I have no idea what you are talking about can you send an picture of one

billt01 · July 2018

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Made-by-Me-Weaving-Loom-by-Horizon-Group-USA/19526638?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=0&wl13=6998&adid=22222222227015222101&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=c&wl3=40941558632&wl4=pla-78878872112&wl5=9010927&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=8175035&wl11=local&wl12=19526638&wl13=6998&veh=sem

EastTNBGE · July 2018

For low carb dieter, there are endless possibilities. I cooked Tuna Steaks, Scallops, and veggies on mine last night. No inside the house clean up at all.

mlc2013 · July 2018

Thank you. Being I do not have any children I guess arts and crafts are in my future

tarheelmatt · July 2018

I'll sometimes run the ringer over mine if I've cooked sticky stuff.

https://goo.gl/2He4Hy

mlc2013 · July 2018

@tarheelmatt I watched your YouTube video after I already started to season my grill I never let the grill cool down between coats and I noticed in your video you would apply oil heat the oil wait for the grill to cool really etc. does this mean I did it wrong and have to start over

billt01 · July 2018

mlc2013 said:

@tarheelmatt I watched your YouTube video after I already started to season my grill I never let the grill cool down between coats and I noticed in your video you would apply oil heat the oil wait for the grill to cool really etc. does this mean I did it wrong and have to start over

Cant speak for @tarheelmatt , but what you are looking for is a black surface (not grey...not dark grey, but black).

If you have coated with ANY oil and have achieved that color on the cooktop, you will be seasoned and non-stick.

This WILL come off though, its not a one and done..(maintenance coat after every cook and cleaning)

Bill

mlc2013 · July 2018

billt01 said:

mlc2013 said:

@tarheelmatt I watched your YouTube video after I already started to season my grill I never let the grill cool down between coats and I noticed in your video you would apply oil heat the oil wait for the grill to cool really etc. does this mean I did it wrong and have to start over

Cant speak for @tarheelmatt , but what you are looking for is a black surface (not grey...not dark grey, but black).

If you have coated with ANY oil and have achieved that color on the cooktop, you will be seasoned and non-stick.

This WILL come off though, its not a one and done..

Bill

It’s black so I’m hoping it’s good but not a big deal. I’ll be cooking on it again tonight and if I feel like it being lazy and all I’ll do a few more coats afterwards

fishlessman · July 2018

next time with the burgers try smashing them on a hot dry, not oiled, griddle. they crust up better and enhances the flavor

fishlessman · July 2018

for low carb slice some summer squash and zukes into 1/2 inch thick circles. griddle them with butter salt and pepper and thyme til golden brown, squeeze a lemon over them or drizzle some cider vinegar on them

billt01 · July 2018

mlc2013 said:

billt01 said:

mlc2013 said:

@tarheelmatt I watched your YouTube video after I already started to season my grill I never let the grill cool down between coats and I noticed in your video you would apply oil heat the oil wait for the grill to cool really etc. does this mean I did it wrong and have to start over

Cant speak for @tarheelmatt , but what you are looking for is a black surface (not grey...not dark grey, but black).

If you have coated with ANY oil and have achieved that color on the cooktop, you will be seasoned and non-stick.

This WILL come off though, its not a one and done..

Bill

It’s black so I’m hoping it’s good but not a big deal. I’ll be cooking on it again tonight and if I feel like it being lazy and all I’ll do a few more coats afterwards

keep in mind your great grandparents didn't have special oil to season their cookware..

it was probably just pig fat (and a lot of it). I have a #8 chicken fryer which is ~100+ years old...best pan ever...

mlc2013 · July 2018

fishlessman thanks going to try the zucchini tonight as i just picked one from the garden a few minutes ago. I love coming home for lunch
billt01
very true but for some reason the only oil we have in our house is EVOO and grape seed was looking for the crisco but couldn't find any, I guess ill have to make the next grocery shopping trip as we have list but have never taken them with us to the store

tarheelmatt · July 2018

mlc2013 said:

@tarheelmatt I watched your YouTube video after I already started to season my grill I never let the grill cool down between coats and I noticed in your video you would apply oil heat the oil wait for the grill to cool really etc. does this mean I did it wrong and have to start over

No, you're all good. Many differnent ways to do it. Just keep it cleaned and oiled and you're good. If it Fs up, you strip it and start over.

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