Need Mini-Fluted Pan Showstoppers!

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers around the search for impressive recipes using the mini-fluted pan, particularly for upcoming shows. Participants express their experiences and ideas regarding the use of this pan, especially in light of its discontinuation.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, seeks awe-inspiring recipes for the mini-fluted pan to promote its discontinuation during shows.
  • Another participant suggests adapting a large fluted pan recipe to create smaller versions, although they do not have standout recipes to share.
  • Several users mention using the mini-fluted pan primarily for cakes, with one expressing a desire for more diverse recipes.
  • One participant shares a personal recipe for Salsa meatloaf, noting it as a unique option despite not being a fan of meatloaf.
  • Another participant proposes making personal upside-down cakes with crushed pineapple, highlighting its satisfying nature.
  • Some participants discuss the challenges of using the mini-fluted pan in a microwave, with differing opinions on its suitability for that method.
  • One participant expresses concern about the pan's size in relation to microwaves, preferring oven use for better results.
  • Another participant mentions the versatility of making different items in the mini-fluted pan, such as mini cakes or bread loaves.
  • Several users express their disappointment over the pan's discontinuation and share various recipe ideas, including pancakes and poinsettia cakes.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the best recipes for the mini-fluted pan, with no clear consensus on standout options. Some participants share personal experiences while others express uncertainty about specific recipes.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects a range of personal experiences and recipe ideas, with participants exploring the potential uses of the mini-fluted pan in various cooking scenarios.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for creative recipe ideas for the mini-fluted pan, especially in light of its discontinuation, may find the shared experiences and suggestions valuable.

gilliandanielle
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I really need an awe-inspiring recipe for my February shows using the mini-fluted pan. I want to use it to promote the stone special, and to show people that it is discontinued, so they need it now!! Anybody have any recipes for this product? Can you microwave in it if you maunally turn it every few minutes?
 
I'd try to find a rave recipe review of the large size fluted and just make 6 out of it instead~ sorry I don't have any jaw dropping ones for ya~
 
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I was thinking about that, but I don't really have any rave fluted pan recipes!! I use it all the time, but only for cakes!
 
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I have been digging through the files, but I am not sure that pull-apart bread is gonna do it, and I have had horrible experiences with undercooking cakes in unfamiliar micros!! All that leaves is meatloaf, which I doubt people will be raving about... anything anybody??
 
I would like these recipes too....along with this and not to steal but when will the discontinued items go into effect. How long can we promoted the mini flute?
 
oH i GOT IT..fEB 28TH
 
How about personal upside down cakes with crushed pineapple on the top of them? Man that sounds YUMMY. Though it isn't JAW dropping, it is stomach satisfying. :D
 
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Is it the same recipes as the reg. fluted? I don't really like those but that doesn't mean my customers wouldn't!!
 
I think it would be I know I would just make a Yellow Cake. Then put some butter/brown sugar/crushed pineapple in the pan. Pour the cake mix over it and WALAH! :D
 
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Think I can micro it??
 
I personally never tried it?
 
Mini fluted pans...
gilliandanielle said:
I really need an awe-inspiring recipe for my February shows using the mini-fluted pan. I want to use it to promote the stone special, and to show people that it is discontinued, so they need it now!! Anybody have any recipes for this product? Can you microwave in it if you maunally turn it every few minutes?
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I just realized after I typed what's below that I had the wrong pan :(

I'm not a meatloaf person until it came to what I call Salsa meatloaf. My step mom made it for me when I lived in OH.

Mix together,

about 1-2 lbs lean meat, either beef or turkey or any ground meat
about an egg
I add Mixed spices, but even our spices will work, try Southwest or whatever.
then mix in about a cup of crushed tortilla chips, like Tostito's or whatever
you don't want too many chips or you'll have to add more salsa at the end.

Then after mixing together that, you'll want to add about 6-8 oz of Salsa, chunky works well, but I"ve used whatever's on hand.

Cook most likely around 350 degrees until done, about 30-45 min or maybe 20 not positive (obviously, I'm going on memory!~! LOL)

Just before finished add BBQ sauce to the top :) UMMM

This is about the only meatloaf I make.

I thought there were 4 mini's in the fluted pan. Yes I just looked up in the book. 4 of them.

Ea. person could have their own; different types. Stress that :)

Or 4 different mini cakes, or mini bread loaves, (however I made a quick bread in the larger loaf pan and had a heck of a time getting it cleaned. The batter stuck to it :( I even spritzed it first.

I'd love to see the recipes too.

Liz

ps: I just came home, so catching up on Day 3.
 
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gilliandanielle said:
I really need an awe-inspiring recipe for my February shows using the mini-fluted pan. I want to use it to promote the stone special, and to show people that it is discontinued, so they need it now!! Anybody have any recipes for this product? Can you microwave in it if you maunally turn it every few minutes?
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any of you have seen? but I just got JC Penney's cooking catalog and they have a lot of stuff in their brand like ours, they're introducing the Quartro pan similiar to mini fluted pan, different type of bakeware, they seem to have quite a bit of silicone stuff too. I know they're a large company, just saw things that made me start thinking, also they have a pineapple thingy, not quite the one I'd like but they have one :(
 
I don't have the mini fluted pan so I don't know how big each individial cup is, but I know there is a recipe for roasted chicken in the fluted stoneware pan. Would it be possible to do Cornish game hens in the mini fluted pan? You could microwave it, but would probably be better if you baked it. Couldn't you have this in the oven when guests arrive and do another demo using our other products and bring out whatever you make in the fluted pan as a showstopper?
 
The mini-fluted pan is so big! I don't think it would fit in most microwaves....especially ones with a turntable. I would just do them in the oven - because they are smaller, it shouldn't take that long to do in the oven - and they would come out much nicer than in the microwave too!
 
Maybe you want to make a few different things in them at once, showing the versatility of having the individual cups...
 
lizcooks4u said:




I just realized after I typed what's below that I had the wrong pan :(

I'm not a meatloaf person until it came to what I call Salsa meatloaf. My step mom made it for me when I lived in OH.

Mix together,

about 1-2 lbs lean meat, either beef or turkey or any ground meat
about an egg
I add Mixed spices, but even our spices will work, try Southwest or whatever.
then mix in about a cup of crushed tortilla chips, like Tostito's or whatever
you don't want too many chips or you'll have to add more salsa at the end.

Then after mixing together that, you'll want to add about 6-8 oz of Salsa, chunky works well, but I"ve used whatever's on hand.

Cook most likely around 350 degrees until done, about 30-45 min or maybe 20 not positive (obviously, I'm going on memory!~! LOL)

Just before finished add BBQ sauce to the top :) UMMM

This is about the only meatloaf I make.

I thought there were 4 mini's in the fluted pan. Yes I just looked up in the book. 4 of them.

Ea. person could have their own; different types. Stress that :)

Or 4 different mini cakes, or mini bread loaves, (however I made a quick bread in the larger loaf pan and had a heck of a time getting it cleaned. The batter stuck to it :( I even spritzed it first.

I'd love to see the recipes too.

Liz

ps: I just came home, so catching up on Day 3.
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That's okay that you had the wrong pan - I'm still glad you posted the recipe - it sounds yummy!;)
 
my mini fluted pan does not fit my microwave. I do love it and make cakes in it. People love it and it is great for parties, bake sales, etc as some people only want a small cake and not a regular size cake for themselves or for 2 people. I have used it for gifts too during the holidays. I've only done cakes in them but I heard somepeople use it with jello.
 
Here's what I've gotI LOVE this pan and am so upset they are discontinuing it. What about our poinsetta cakes, I'd also so pictures of those.

Here's recipe sheet I give to each person who buys the pan. I added a couple onto bottom that I got from another source.

I did not make this hand out, just added onto it.


HTH,

Lisa
 

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Lisa/ChefBear said:
I LOVE this pan and am so upset they are discontinuing it. What about our poinsetta cakes, I'd also so pictures of those.

Here's recipe sheet I give to each person who buys the pan. I added a couple onto bottom that I got from another source.

I did not make this hand out, just added onto it.


HTH,

Lisa
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Thanks, Lisa for sharing this with us. I never thought of some of the uses listed.
 
Harriet,
Makes me feel good when I can actually help someone else and share when usually I'm the one asking for help!!
:)

My kids LOVE the pancakes in the mini fluted pan, and my hubby loves it when I make and freeze them, he can then pop in microwave and have a nice breakfst and he generally puts some apple pie filling over it (sometime actually homemade, lol) and it's a nice warm filling breakfast.

Now that winter is seeming to really move into our area went from 60 to 9 in 2 days, it's been a HUGE shock to system and I let the mini fluted pancakes run out in the freezer, dismay for me!!

Lisa
 
Mini Rum CakesFirst, let me say I am the "DD" among my family & friends :) But for the last 2 years for New Years, and the Superbowl, (and a birthday when someone turned 21) I have made mini Bacardi Rum Cakes in my mini fluted pan. Since 1 mini cake serves 2, we usually freeze 3 cakes for a later dessert. You can find the recipe by typing in Bacardi Rum Cake in a search engine. Let me know if you can't find it, and I'll post it.

Sallie
PS Something similar coming soon to a website near you :p
 
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Thanks guys- I have a lot to think about!! I love the frozen pancake idea for busy parents in the morning...The pan fits in my microwave because it is an over the stove kind, but I would be scared to count on a hosts micro being that big too. Keep them coming if anyone had anything not yet mentioned!
 
No, the mini-fluted pan won't fit in a microwave.

Some MINI ideas:

Flower cakes! Make the pointsettia mini-cakes, but cut different flower petal designs. You can go to the mall candy store or mega grocery store that has lots of bulk candy bins and find a product called candy "belts" in various colors - cut out a few green "leaves" and white petals to make daisies / cut out orange rounded heart petals to make marigolds. Lay these over the mini cakes, put mini 7or 8 M&M's in the center - beautiful!

Cornish Hens on the Mini Fluted Pans! Use each well and cone to support a cornish hen you sprinkle with PC Rosemary Herb or Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. YUM! You can put chopped celery and cubed potatoes, diced carrots with diced green peppers in the well around the outside for a fragrant side. Just salt them lightly.

Mini Meat Loaves - Bake a meatloaf recipe in each, then put a slightly thin instant mashed potato mix in your EAD and pipe large in the center, small around the outsides - very fancy budget supper!

Petite Pull Aparts - Do the Savory or Sweet biscuit pull-aparts, but instead of cutting Grands biscuits into 4's, cut them into 6's or 8's and put buttered, seasoned pieces in each form. Cooks in 20 minutes - less than saute pan!

Good Luck!
 
The only thing I can think of for the mini-fluted pan is the mini-pumpkin cakes and jack-o-lanterns that people like to do in the fall and at Halloween. I don't have any pictures, but I remember some being posted here. Also, the mini-doll cakes (like inthe prep bowls)
 
Cornish hens? Never even thought of that! What a great idea!
 
Spring idea for mini cakesWhat about making your mini cakes or brownies. Then ice them either in different pastel colors or all green, then place a dyed easter egg in the middle. You can also ice them white and then dye coconut green and press it into the white icing, this way makes it look more like grass. Was just trying to come up with something more spring related.
 
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It will be for my Feb shows, so maybe I could make brownies in the pan, then let guests decorate them with pink, red, and white icing for Valentine's?? I have the pan but have never used it...do you guys think that one "ring" is too big for one person??
 
gilliandanielle said:
It will be for my Feb shows, so maybe I could make brownies in the pan, then let guests decorate them with pink, red, and white icing for Valentine's?? I have the pan but have never used it...do you guys think that one "ring" is too big for one person??
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No such thing as too big a brownie. :D That sounds like a great idea, especially if you have the decorating bottles to show off also.
 
If you are looking at Valentine's one section makes a great couple serving you can freeze the rest or share them with friends.
 
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