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A well-seasoned flat top griddle can be your secret weapon for feeding a crowd.

From smashing burgers to searing wings, versatile cooking surfaces like theTraeger FlatrockorWeber Slatehave become increasingly popular.

Traeger Flatrock

Start with a clean surface

Thoroughly clean your griddle’s cooking surface, removing any manufacturing residue or debris.

This ensures you’re starting with a blank canvas for seasoning.

The key is thin and uniform too much oil can create a sticky surface.

Traeger Flatrock

Heat to smoking point

Turn your griddle to high heatandwait until the oil begins to smoke slightly.

This process helps the oil bond with the metal, creating that crucial non-stick layer.

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