I absolutely love this small cooker. It arrived on time and in great condition. I've been experimenting with it for the past few days and have some observations to share. Following the directions, it's best to preheat for three minutes, even though the preheat light goes out after about two. I've found that using a timer and letting it heat for the full three minutes gives me a better cook. Cleaning is also easy - I simply place a hot, soaked towel in the grill after cooking and the cooked-on residue wipes right off. As the instructions advise, I don't use cooking spray and have found that it's not necessary. I've only cooked frozen meat so far - 1/4 pound patties (four minutes) and N.Y. strip steaks (five minutes for medium) - but the results have been great. The steaks were only about half an inch thick, but the fact that I can grill something straight from the freezer is a major plus for me. Living alone in Vermont, where grilling outdoors in mid-January isn't always practical, this indoor grill is perfect for me until warmer temperatures arrive.

I bought this grill in June and I have to say, it's just okay. I had a white Courant Grill for about 10 years and I only stopped using it because it was accidentally broken. Even when it was broken, I still tried to use it, but it was unsafe. So I had to buy a new grill and this one seemed reasonably priced. However, it's not a good replacement for my old grill. It burns food if you don't check on it after 15 minutes, and it doesn't shut off when the food is ready. Despite all of this, I still use it every day. I can't imagine life without a Courant Grill.

I recently discovered that I can make paninis on a simple Courant grill while visiting my daughter. Her grill is larger and heavier, but I found a lightweight version that works great for me. To make the panini, I have to press down the lid for a moment, but it heats up in only a couple of minutes. I spray the non-stick surface with olive oil from my Misto sprayer, and it works like a charm. I only use it for paninis and grilled fish, and the cooking surface is small, but it's perfect for me and my husband. Plus, it's a great price!

The Courant CCG-2871W has been a great addition to my kitchen. It takes up very little space on my countertop and has seamlessly integrated into my cooking routine. The raised grill surface allows fat to drain off into a separate attachment that comes with the purchase, making grilling vegetables, meats, and sandwiches effortless and delicious. I recommend using a cooking spray to grease the grilling plates to prevent sticking and burning.

One thing I would improve is adding more heat settings. The grill automatically switches off after a few minutes, which sometimes doesn't give my sandwiches enough time to crisp up. It would also be helpful if the grilling parts were detachable for easier cleaning. Currently, I clean it by soaping it down with a dishwashing sponge and wiping off any excess with a damp paper towel.

Overall, this mini grill is a fantastic addition to any kitchen. It's quick, easy to use, and makes cooking a breeze.

I travel frequently for work and often stay in hotels. I wanted to avoid eating fast food, so I found the Courant grill, which is small and perfect for one or two people. It fits in my suitcase, so I bring it with me everywhere. The grill cooks food quickly without using grease. It's big enough to cook two chicken breasts and a sliced pepper. I clean it by wiping it with a damp washcloth, then soaking it in hot water with hotel shampoo. It's easy to clean. The only downside is that the first unit I received was broken, but the seller quickly replaced it. Please support reviewers who take the time to write honest reviews, and be wary of fake reviews. A strong reviewers community will help identify the pros and cons of products.

I don't think this grill is suitable for cooking for two people, but it's the perfect size for me. I bought it mainly for cooking salmon and shrimp, but I also used it to cook preformed hamburgers for Memorial Day. The burgers were the right size for a regular grocery store bun, but I found the suggested cooking time of 4 to 5 minutes to be too long. I cooked the burgers for 4 and a half minutes and they were not rare at all. I'll need to adjust the cooking time in the future. The grill works well for cooking for one person, and cleaning it was easy using the wet paper towel method.

I originally bought a new Courant grill because my old one seemed too old. However, the new grill was too fancy and difficult to clean. I ended up giving it away and regretted getting rid of my old grill. I then saw a picture of the original Courant grill online and decided to buy it. I love the simplicity of the grill and how easy it is to use and clean. I've told my friends to stick with the simple model of the Courant grill.

In 2005, I purchased my first Courant grill which had an incredible coating and was easy to clean. It lasted for 8 years before it started to peel. However, the models I replaced it with were not as good and only lasted for a short time. I eventually gave up after the last two models, from different companies, each lasted less than a year. They heated fine but were difficult to clean. I've had enough of crappy coating and won't be buying any more.