Is Your Executive Skillet Handle Softening and Twisting?

[Chef Laurie]

I bake frequently in my Executive skillet and have recently noticed that the silicone handle has softened and actually twists around the metal part of the handle. This is really bothering me--has anyone else had this happen? Is it the heat from the oven that has done this? I think I'm going to ask for a new one. This doesn't seem right. Needless to say, I love our products so much it makes me feel really bad when something isn't right. After all, we're supposed to be perfect, aren't we?!?

 

[BethCooks4U]

Are you baking at no more than 400 degrees? It could just be defective so I would have PC exchange it for you!

 

[Chef Laurie]

Never more than 350 degrees, actually. I'm very careful to follow all the instructions in use and care...

 

[Chef Laurie]

Oh, maybe it was the time I put it in the dishwasher. Just kidding. I've had hosts so disappointed in the performance of their cookware, and I've found out that they've been washing in the dishwasher. Sigh. It doesn't take any time at all to wipe them clean, which is a benefit I love, love, love.

 

[bgraham]

I baked in my skillet for the first time this weekend. I baked a cake at 350. When I got it out, there was an absolutely horrible stench. I'm pretty sure it was the nonstick coating. Will that always happen or is it a first time use thing?

Beth