Kitchen Aid Cookware: Earth Pan II by Farberware Square Griddles Review

I was excited about the earth pan eco friendly cookware, and wanted to order the whole set, but thought I would start off with the griddle. The griddle is pleasing to look at, and the non stick coating seems tough. However, on the third use, while cooking flour tortillas without any grease, the tortillas stuck to the griddle and left burn spots all over the non-stick coating, that I cannot get rid of. Also, the bottom of the pan has become discolored and the outside coating is starting to peel off. Despite what the manufacturer says about EarthPan II cookware being able to withstand 600 deg F heat, I know that the pan performed poorly even on medium heat on a glass cooktop. After following all the cooking and washing instructions, this pan has been a disappointment. I will be returning this pan.

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Product Description:
Get serious about your cooking and your green credentials while you add style to your kitchen with this 11-inch nonstick griddle from Farberware's Earth Pan II line in terra cotta It features an aluminum construction that heats up quickly and helps reduce hot spots that can cook foods unevenly--great for everything from pancakes to fish. The dual riveted stainless steel handle is covered with a thick, comfortable silicone holder, and both the pan and silicone handle are oven safe to 600 degrees F. The handle also includes a hole for hanging. Earth Pan cookware works on all cooking surfaces, except for induction cookers.
The foundation of all Earth Pan cookware is the unique SandFlow nonstick coating that originates from sand--used to manufacture kitchenware like glass and silicone bakeware. Just like the nonstick pans you've used over the years, Earth Pan cookware is formulated to provide excellent food release without use of cooking oils, and the pans are easy to clean. Based on industry lab tests, SandFlow nonstick surfaces are three times more durable than ceramic-based surfaces and they require 33 percent less energy to cure than traditional nonstick pans.
The SandFlow coating does not contain PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene, also known as the brand name Teflon) or PFOA (a key processing agent in making nonstick and stain-resistant materials, including Teflon)--both of which have raised health concerns in recent years. Laboratory animals exposed to high doses of PFOA suffered cancer, low birth weight and a suppressed immune system, though PTFE-manufactured nonstick cookware is considered an insignificant exposure source of PFOA.
This skillet is dishwasher safe, though handwashing is recommended to ensure longevity. Metal utensils and abrasive cleaners or brushes should be avoided. Earth Pan's packaging material and inserts are made from at least 50 percent recycled fiber with all materials being 100 percent recyclable.