Cuisinart Griddler Gourmet, 5 Functions in 1 Unit: Contact Grill, Panini Press, Full Grill, Full Griddle, and Half Grill/Half Griddle With 5 different cooking options and reversible grill / griddle plates you can easily cook an entire meal. Option 1 - CONTACT GRILL: Use your grill in the closed position to cook everything from chicken and hamburgers to juicy steaks. Option 2 - FULL GRILL: Double your grilling surface size by using the grill plates in the open position for a full grill. Option 3 - FULL GRIDDLE: Use the griddle plates in the open position for a full griddle. Perfect for cooking eggs, pancakes bacon and more. Option 4 - HALF GRILL / HALF GRIDDLE: Use one grill plate and one griddle plate to grill and griddle at the same time. Option 5 - PANINI PRESS: The sturdy Panini-style handle with hinged floating cover helps you make the perfect Panini.