Tefal Optigrill Plus XL Indoor Grill, 9 Cooking Programs, Stainless | MeasureCook Technology, Temperature Intelligence, Colour-Coded Indicator, Dishwasher-Safe Plates, GC722D40

We don't regret at all getting this grill, it's great in general for different stuff and amazing for meats and steaks! Same time, for meats and steaks the cleaning becomes not so quick and not so pleasant :) here is a quick run: Cleaning: That's big one, trust me. First, on the positive side the huge advantage is that plates are detachable. This is huge after I've had a basic grill without detachable plates - cleaning was a complete nightmare. Now, for toasties there is almost no cleaning needed unless the chess melts and drips but usually it's not much. For vegetables also not a big deal. However, for meats, especially for greasy ones like pork or steaks - all of the fat and grease gets in between grill grate, which on it's own becomes difficult to clean, but it also burns which makes it worse. Yes, the coating is non stick, but it's not magic. The longer you keep it - the worse it burns and harder becomes to clean. Obviously you'll need to clean it all out with kitchen paper or something else before putting it in the dishwasher or wash manually - otherwise either your dishwasher or sink will simply get clogged very fast. I'd recommend getting some 3rd party specialised grill cleaning accessories to easier physically get the most of the grease out faster. Functionality: - As you can see in the add, you can specifically different types of meats, toasts and vegetables - pretty much all you need. - Efficiency and speed: It heats up pretty quickly, depending on the mode and the fact that the food is grilled simultaneously from both sides - improves a lot the cooking speed. - Cooking quality: It's great and in terms of cooking even and hassle too - there is not much turning the food needed if at all. I'd like to specifically highlight how great it is for steaks. Beside super quick speed, again, as it cooks from both sides at the same time, the actual sensor measuring the thickness of the meat works great! Correspondingly the temperature indicator (rare, medium, well done, etc) - works corectly indeed if you follow the lights properly! I've tested it multiple times and consistently getting great results and correctly cooked meat as selected. By the way, you can select manually a temperature you like or if you like meats done at different temperatures, you can select the steak mode and then it will go through the full cycle to well done, but you take out the portions you like at the temperatures you like when they reach to that temperature. Just note that having meats at more or less similar thicknesses would help a with accuracy in the latest example. If they're a bit different, don't worry, you just press the grill a bit harder and it "equalizes" the thicknesses at some extent. Weight and appearance: Looks great too and despite not being exactly light, we still manage to take it in an out multiples times from the drawer as we have limited workspace in our kitchen. In the end of the day, it's a great grill and if you get something to help you to clean faster the grease after the meats - you'll be flying. I can responsibly recommend it. Hope it helps and happy grilling friends! Cheers

A great way of cooking, fast, healthy and cleanly. I cook salmon, steak, sausages and bacon as well as asparagus. All perfectly done.

I recently began using the Tefal OptiGrill+ XL GC722D40 Intelligent Health Grill, and here’s a comprehensive review based on my experience: Pros: Intelligent Cooking Technology: The OptiGrill+ XL features intelligent cooking technology with 9 automatic settings, which adjusts the cooking time and temperature based on the thickness and type of food. This ensures perfectly cooked meals with minimal guesswork. Generous Capacity: With the ability to cook 6-8 portions, this grill is ideal for families or small gatherings. The large grilling surface allows for preparing multiple items at once, which is a significant time-saver. Powerful Performance: At 2180W, the grill heats up quickly and cooks food efficiently. The high power ensures even grilling and reduces cooking time, making it suitable for busy kitchens. Versatile Cooking Options: The 9 automatic settings cover a wide range of foods, including red meat, poultry, fish, and sandwiches. There’s also a manual mode for custom grilling, adding to the grill’s versatility. Stainless Steel Design: The sleek stainless steel exterior not only looks modern but is also easy to clean. The durable construction ensures long-term use and adds a touch of elegance to your kitchen. Cons: Size and Storage: The grill’s large size, while great for cooking large quantities, can be a bit cumbersome to store. If you have limited kitchen space, finding a suitable storage spot might be challenging. Learning Curve: Although the automatic settings are convenient, there might be a learning curve to fully understand and utilize all the features, especially for those new to smart kitchen appliances. Cleaning Process: While the stainless steel surface is easy to wipe down, the grilling plates can be a bit tricky to clean thoroughly. Food can sometimes get trapped in the grooves, requiring more effort to clean. Price Point: The OptiGrill+ XL is on the higher end of the price spectrum for health grills. While it offers advanced features and performance, the cost may be a consideration for budget-conscious buyers. Conclusion: The Tefal OptiGrill+ XL GC722D40 Intelligent Health Grill is an impressive appliance that combines advanced cooking technology with a generous grilling capacity. Its intelligent settings, powerful performance, and versatile cooking options make it a valuable addition to any kitchen, especially for those who cook for larger groups or enjoy a variety of foods. While there are minor considerations such as size, cleaning, and price, the overall benefits and efficiency of this grill make it a worthwhile investment for anyone looking to enhance their cooking experience.

What a great opti grill,cooks far quicker than my cooker,making it easier when i have been in work,it is also ideal if I have any family or friends over,I absolutely love it

This is one of the best things I've bought for my kitchen, it cooks everything very well, gives a much better sear and deeper browning than other grills I've used...and it's extremely simple to use and clean. I have the XL one and it fits a lot of food eg 6-8 burgers. That said it's large and you need to be sure you have room for it as the lid will hit overhead cabinets so it can't go under really. I've recently been doing keto and it's used every day, sometimes more than once and it makes this way of eating extremely easy. I recommend getting one of those grill cleaning brushes as it cuts the cleaning time down to about 1/4 what you might spend on it, I can clean each plate in about 1 minute. It says you can dishwasher it but I don't as non stick coatings do eventually start to break down from regularly going in the dishwasher. Also it's a quicker turnaround so it can be used again! Highly recommended.

In a morning, nearly every morning, I like a good bacon buttie and I've cooked bacon every way you can cook bacon. This grill is probably not the best tool for the job. It cooks it well and if you like the fat to go all crispy then it does a great job and it does it really quickly. In fact, sometimes the bacon can be cooked thoroughly before the pre-heat feature has even completed. While the cooking is incredibly fast, it's perfectly flat and its quite a bit tougher than when its fried in a pan or its grilled under a conventional grill. That all said, I haven't gone back to a frying pan because of the cooking speed and convenience of that for a pre-work meal. There's also something really satisfying about seeing the fat drip from the grill and fill up the drip tray. You realise that much of that used to go inside your body. Tuna steaks, chicken, sausages all come out fine and all cook very quickly in comparison to other cooking methods. You can also get a lot on this grill. 8 rashers of bacon fit easily, 4 butterflied chicken breasts etc. The problem for me is the cleaning! It doesn't take long to do with the additional purchase of a health grill brush (I use the OXO Good Grips Electric Grill brush from Amazon) and the plates remove very easily. The plates are big and awkward and you'll end up splashing the fat everywhere while rinsing it. You can't assume it will be ok to cook something else on the grill without cleaning it from the previous time because it just imprints old food on new. I don't have a dishwasher so I can't comment on how effective that would be, but the messy cleaning routine is definitely my biggest issue with this otherwise good cooking machine.

This is great,, always question if it does what it says but tested it with a chicken breast and bacon,,, ninth cooked spot on and the bacon you can decide as per the setting but I like it slightly crispy and never checked it during cooking,,,,,, all cooked and not dry or stuck to the plates. Amaonxh bit of kit and saves time and pace whilst you prep other bits

This is an absolutely AMAZING Item. I get so excited to use it to cool different things. It is so easy to clean as the grill plates come out with the release button. Steak comes put perfectly cooked for how I like it, sausages are juicy, fish just perfect too. Bacon is lovely and we like ours crispy so we leave it in until the last colour on the grill I have done bacon, sausages, pork steaks, chicken, chicken wraps grilled like a panini, steak and fish. Nothing has come out bad and it is just a fantastic machine. Everyone raves about airfryers, rightly so. People need to start raving about this kitchen item! Ho estly thr best kitchen item I have. I absolutely love it and is super simple to use. Uk based and seems not many have heard of this. I can't remember how I even stumbled upon it, just glad I did. Best thing I own for the kitchen and a really good price for what it does. Haven't used all the options on the grill yet but I will.

Very good

This is simply the best grille machine. Fully customizable or simple select preset. Let the machine do the rest. Massive capacity and grille food for 6 adults at the same time.

This does not have an Australian plug and is not compatible with Australian power outlets.

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