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The description claims this pan can make up to ten servings of paella. In fact, it will make 12-14 servings. If you are new to using a steel paella pan there are a few things that you need to know that will save you disappointment.

First: these pans are relatively thin. All traditional paella pans are. This is because the paella is supposed to be cooked over medium low heat. If you go higher you risk ruining the pan and the paella.

Second: to those of us who can make a great risotto do not think making paella is the same. It's not. Risotto uses a different type of rice (arborio) that has an absorption rate of two cups of liquid for every cup of grain. Moreover, that type of rice is labor intensive because it requires a continuous cycle of pouring in stock, stirring until the grains absorb it, and pouring in some more stock. The proper grain for paella comes from Calasparra and is called bomba. I use Zoe Brand Diva Select Bomba Rice, but any authentic Calasparran rice will work. This rice has an absorption rate of three cups of liquid for every cup of grain. More importantly, you place all of the ingredients in the pan, set it on the medium low heat and let it cook. If your heat setting is proper you will be treated to a crispy bottom much like the 'tahdig' that is so prized in Persian rice.

For cleaning DO NOT put this pan in a dishwasher. Rinse it and dry it with an absorbent towel. I do not use dish detergents on mine. I definitely will not let it air dry doing so will promote rust. If that happens some extra fine steel wool will take it off. After each cleaning I wipe the inside of my pan down with a tiny bit of olive oil, then wipe off any excess and store the pan.

Properly used this pan will make perfect paella. Properly cared for, this pan will last as long as any quality cookware.

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This carbon steel, 20" inch paella pan fits perfectly on my 22" Weber Grill. Large enough to make paella for 10 or 12 people. The carbon steel cleans up easily with a short soak and a sponge scrub, but be sure to coat the inside of the cleaned pan with vegetable oil and warm lightly after washing, then wipe off the excess oil for storage. It should last many years, developing a fine patina over time.

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This is a great paella pan! Perfect for use in the Weber grill! We look forward to many more wonderful meals out of this pan.

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Actually purchased this to use as a lid for a 20" cast iron pan I purchased. It's such a nice pan that I think I will find a different lid and use this the way it is designed for.