I'm eyeing this griddle now as my first griddle. My biggest requirement is that I can use natural gas with it and it looks like I only have 2 options for that, the halo or the blackstone. And I can get a pretty good discount on the halo right now so it seems like the way to go.
You redeemed that griddle in my eyes! I didn’t think it was going to be all that good based on the first video of it… we’ll see how it comes along! You make it all look easy/good, you two!
Neal could’ve did all this blindfolded. I’ m still learning and watching all griddle videos. Keep us all envious with the great cooking skills and videos.
So I was sitting on my back patio. Looking at my Traeger I started thinking about your first couple videos on the Halo. Then I did the same exact thing in my mind. I started thinking about the pros and cons and the upside was there I thought. Well if he can show people how to use the burners to their advantage on the Halo it would surely elevate my rating of it. Smiling, thinking, I was like "He is the Flat Top King" If it can be done he will do it. And sure enough you did it. I have found that grilling, griddling etc. has exploded the last several years and become very popular. So much so that I can see my self owning a couple of them. I love my Traeger too. I keep thinking someone will reach out to you for the ultimate griddle, that would be the one to own! Great Job!
Good Evening from Whistler MS!! The big breakfast looks awesome!! Looks like it’s going to be a big learning curve with the Halo but it looks like an awesome griddle!!
Great cook. Those pancakes looked on point. Glad you explained what you did to control the temps. Yes, it probably takes awhile to figure it out but once you do it's probably like anything else and you just know what to do. Thanks for the vid.
Awesome video as always. I figured it would grow on you. It sure is a lot of fiddling around to get temps. But people like to cook in offsets too for the same reasons. Keep up the great videos.
I've enjoyed watching your viewpoint on the Halo, I personally love mine. Yep, it runs hot, but the recovery is amazing, and you are so right to know your Temps and use them going up and down. I use mine for a couple of hours at a time when I am doing meals and meal prep. I am for sure trying that pancake recipe. Have a great one!
Outstanding breakfast Neal! That Halo is pretty sweet, still not sure about controlling that heat constantly,looks like your a pro already 😎. Can’t wait till Weds cook!. Cheers 🍻
I love my new Halo. I installed the natural gas option. Very easy to control the lower temperature. halo is one of the only flattops offering natural gas. Works great.
Amazing Video Neal and Amy. I could eat breakfast anytime of the day. Neal, you have that new Halo down to a science. You both do a great job on your channel. As far as your question about which way I lay my bacon? I will one day, be able to answer that question. Awesome Video Y'all.
Really appreciate the in-depth analysis of this griddle, especially your emphasis regarding the heat zone management. Everything you cooked looked delicious, so it can be done. Just not the griddle for us. That being said, I visited my local Ace store today and was wowed by the beastly Traeger on display. I hope to have my new Traeger griddle by week’s end. Thanks for all you do for the griddling community!
Wow that’s a great breakfast 👍🏽 Neal everything looks so delicious. After a breakfast like that I guess that l would skip lunch time.😂 Great cook Neal. Yesterday I used that Smashed That seasoning and it was a hit with everyone here.
I have the same problem. I have a crooked head. Where my ball caps feel rite its sitting crooked. Move it straight and the bill feels weird. Dont worry too much about it. Im a self proclaimed genius and i talk just fine most of the time. Well some of the time. Great job guys. Thanks for the teaching
Hey, King. I had chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes and country gravy today for lunch at the Ramstein Air Base Officers' Club. I am 1,000% sure that yours is better. Keep up the great work! Peace out.
I recently got the halo elite 2b. It still can get really hot but low seems to go lower than the 4b. I love this griddle for the windy weather here in ND
I put my bacon horizontally. I typically fry about 16 slices of thick cut bacon. The heating seems more even left to right than it does top to bottom. That looks nice. I typically cook a simpler one, but at least I stop before bacon dust 😂 I'm actually about to get up and cook breakfast in 20 or 30 minutes, because we're weirdos who eat breakfast for supper.
Nice job. Looks like the Halo is more work than I want... as far as playing with the burners and Temps. I know my hot spots on my Blackstone and it's just easier to move the food around. Learned that from you. Thanks
Glad I was eating breakfast while watching this. Didn't leave any teeth marks or slobbers on the computer this time around. You really nailed it this time on the new Halo Griddle. You have the square dancing and hoe down and all the fixins turned out puuuurfect. Thanks for sharing with us, keep up the good work and recipes and videos coming and keep the taste tester too she makes you look good. Fred.
When the Master takes on new equipment, there is no doubt he will find the sweet spots and make it produce in good form. That is why all of us watch and learn with the FTK. Heat zone management is the key to good griddlin, as I learned, it balances the timing and as you said, you cannot do it on any griddle without an infrared heat gun to keep track of your temps. Dale Earnhart, whom I spent time with, used to be asked how fast could his car could go, his answer was always the same, "speed costs, how much do you want to spend" same with griddlin.
Love the build and features of the griddle. Have you been in contact with the manufacturer about changes and modification to help temp control in future models?
hahahaha lord no...they could care less what I have to say...I dont think they are very happy with me after my review with the heat..but that happens sometimes...
Great video, love how you controlled the heat and had things timed perfectly. I have been thinking about buying a second griddle as the Blackstone I got about month ago is at our summer weekend place and I originally thought I would be OK just using it on weekends until we close up in the Fall, then bring it home. Now I miss having it during the week and am considering another Griddle. I just wonder if the Halo's learning curve is too steep for my rookie griddle skills or if I choose that I would quickly get it figured out. Thanks for the great honest and informative videos on all things Griddle!
Great huge breakfast Neal! Those pancakes look so light and fluffy. Monitoring the zones is a must with a griddle that thick. I think more adjustments of the flame would be a great benefit. Awesome cook and temp feedbacks too! Cheers buddy!
I looked at the Halo manual online and after watching your videos cannot understand why they recommend the higher setting. It looks like you could only get down to reasonable temps using 9.5" rather than 11". Has Halo commented or explained their recommendation?
NO they have not...nothing but HATE from some halo fans...Their response was corporate speak...neutral with hopes of more favorable outcome in the future...I will say the comment said that they appreciate honest and open reviews...not sure they liked mine...but like you said...I only did what the manual said..the other thing is we could not find videos to put the unit together...even all the scan codes just took you to the website...
Been waiting to see this video. Major Kudos for a well executed cook Brotha! And I totally agree with Amy, you nailed those pancakes. Can’t wait for the Traeger comparison video, cheers y’all 👊🏼😎🤙🏼
@@TheFlatTopKing I have to check. I couldn’t get the oil to smoke on it last time. Could hold my had 2 inches without much heat. So probably around 300. I definitely check the tubes and the regulator thanks
Mmmmmmm, That looked like a great breakfast, but I not much of a fan of that griddle for me anyway, just looks to complicated. For you it looks just great and that breakfast looks just terrific and delicious too, I'm sure you and Amy enjoyed it. Take care.
@@davidleclercq8627 honestly I cant either. Hahaah I’m just excited to share it. Really shows my initial thought/reaction when I researched it. It came out better than expected
That breakfast looks wild. The pancakes looked great I agree, but damn they sound good when the flopped on the grill after the flip. You inspired me to get a FTG900 from campchef. Looking forward once my pool deck is finished to set it up and get started!!
I love it! Awesome looking breakfast. I must say that I love how Neal has all his notes hand written down. Now that's getting down and dirty! And I love how Amy has to straighten the hat to keep everything looking good. Honestly this is my favorite cooking channel and Amy and Neal you guy's are as real as they come!!! God bless.
Well, I'll just say that I'm glad I didn't get this griddle as my first one. The heat control as you demonstrated is just too tedious for me to deal with. I certainly have not learned temperature management with my Blackstone yet, but on Low, it's low, and still I hate to have to fiddle with it sometimes! In the hands of an experienced Griddlemaster, you aced it, man! Very impressive, but I don't like my bacon that done. I like some jiggle to it! 😜 Thanks Neal!
I had decided my next griddle was going to be a Pit Boss Deluxe. Now I am watching you deal with Halo's heat. Hmmmm. The research is as much fun as the cooking. Well....maybe.
I put my bacon on diagonally, I take a different slant on life. It may have taken more work than you anticipated, but it looks like that griddle works pretty well once understood.
Awesome job taming the beast! With a spatula in one hand and the other twisting knobs - how would I hold my beer?? 36" Weber on the way for me boss. Halo is sweet, but way too much "thinking." Flatrock is awesome, but not enough real estate on the griddle surface.
Im so conflicted, I want to like the Halo for all the extra features it has, and it seems possible to deal with the high temps, but with a lot more finesse than it seems is required with other griddles (based off of binging all your other videos). As a first time griddler I feel like I'd be better off with a different, more user friendly griddle, where I don't have to adjust my temps so much. And it looks like you've solved one of the main problems with the Traeger with the holes in the side with the bench scrapers. So I keep going back and forth with the Halo 4B, Traeger, and Camp Chef 600 4 burner.
Everyone has options...your comment is well said and deep thought for sure...I love the Traeger...they know it too...i dont hide my favorites anymore...its Traeger 1, Weber 2 and Halo 3...because of exactly what you just said...ease and comfort of griddling...
Doing a big breakfast Saturday morning and making my boudin omelettes. Also going to make the wife some pancakes for the first time on the griddle. 😮💨
Looks great! Every time you make omelets I get taken back to breakfast in the mess hall. I loved the ham and cheese omelets. Any chance you can use those recipe cards of yours and make other favorites? Porcupines or Yankee Pot Roast?
This might be a dumb question but do you think the Halo would run a little cooler if you used the Natural gas conversion kit? I want to buy my first griddle but ill being using natural gas because my back patio has a natural gas quick connect.
You say it runs hot. Do you have the gas regulator on 11" or 9.5"? I think your first video, and the manual I read online, said typically you will use 11", so I assume that is what you are running at. I would suggest changing to 9.5" and see if the temps are better.
I don't know if you tried this yet, but I'm anxious to know if you did and if it worked. It may have got lost in all the other comments. You mentioned previously that there was an adjustment for the amount of propane flow from the tank. You said you had it fully open. Have you tried to turn it to low along with the low temp setting to see if your Temps got lower to acceptable levels.
No sure the misconnect..or where I said that...I have had the Halo on 9.5 since the first cook...i haven’t needed a reason for the 11 so far...it 660 on an upcoming video..hahahaa Can you point me in that comment...i need to correct it...thanks bud,,
@@TheFlatTopKing not the 9"-12" switch that comes with it...a real regulator. They are like $15. I have one on my Blackstone and it makes it much more flexible to crank up for searing and simmer down for eggs/pancakes.
Have you researched the LoCo griddle? Digital temperature knobs instead of just guessing high, medium and low. Is this on your list of griddles to cook with and compare?
It is not...I have several people in our griddle group that say just because it has a temp on the dial does not mean thats the temp on the griddle...kina thing...struggles to maintain temps...needs power to operate..
Looking very much forward to the upcoming comparisons between this Halo and the Traeger. I'm leaning very hard toward the Traeger. I want a consistent griddle that can remain at low temps. I do not want to have to finesse temps via knob adjustments, etc. If I were to have Neil's skills? Less of an issue. I'm just a backyard Dad-cook, though. I'd be shocked if anything tops the Traeger for me, though the Weber is still in the running for me, due to price point and even performance.
I think you will have to always mess with the temp on any griddle. I really like the idea of the Loco Griddle with the digital temp. But at the last minute I changed my mind. I'm so glad I did. The Halo 4B is a very nice griddle. The shelves are the weakest thing I think. With the Traeger the shelves don't go down at all so if you're looking to have more space by lowering a shelf tough luck. On top of that you have to plug it in for the tank setup. Then u have to keep it plugged in to ignite the griddle. Like I said there's pros and cons to both. I've just found more cons than Pros on the Traeger. Good luck on your choice.
Hey bud...all about it...but lets correct some really BIG information..NO being rude just being honest.. 1..the shelves absolutely fold down completely...straight flat down... 2. Although you have to have power that is ONLY for the propane sensor...it does not need power to operate...I do not use mine plugged in ever.. I have a review on this griddle and mentioned or showed this about the shelves and power...
Great video Neil, I was just getting ready to pull the trigger on the Halo when your last video came out about it being too hot. I will admit the review substance turned me off a bit. Like you say its about choice, you can get a 4 cylinder motor 6, or 8 hemi, you have control and the horsepower when needed ie; stir frying, smash burgers etc.. Todays video was again great it was full of useful information and technique. PS I did purchase the Halo 4B and super glad I did. Now looking forward to learning your techniques to master it!
"Bacon Dust" should be classified as a felony. It's like taking a Prime grade steak and ordering it well-done. I get twitchy every time I see Neil violate the sanctity of the Lord's bacon.
so just to be clear....if the front is on just turn knob and the back will ignite....if the front burner is on...the burner next to does not automatically turn on...the gas may ignite just because of location or by chance but not designed to...
I love that little shelf!
I'm eyeing this griddle now as my first griddle. My biggest requirement is that I can use natural gas with it and it looks like I only have 2 options for that, the halo or the blackstone. And I can get a pretty good discount on the halo right now so it seems like the way to go.
You did an amazing cook! It wasn't that long ago you feared that griddle, it's too hot! Those pancakes came out even, perfection right there. Sold!
Thanks so much! HAHHAHA>>>TOO HOT on high...we just seasoned...when cooking we wouldn’t use those temps...whole different ball game...
Love your big breakfast. Have to try out your pancake mix.
Please do...
You redeemed that griddle in my eyes! I didn’t think it was going to be all that good based on the first video of it… we’ll see how it comes along! You make it all look easy/good, you two!
You wait till Wednesdays video...so fun for sure
@@TheFlatTopKing Nice!! Can’t wait! Hope you all are having a good week so far!
Nice to see you get control of that griddle because it's a beauty.
Thank you
Neal could’ve did all this blindfolded. I’ m still learning and watching all griddle videos. Keep us all envious with the great cooking skills and videos.
hahah I appreciate that..
You make those cakes look so easy!! I really like that Halo!
Thank you...I really think it has a high potential....i have an fantastic idea coming this Wednesday...so dang good..
I'm still a rookie griddler ( is that a word) and I have learned so much from the FTK video's and web site recipes. Another banger of a video guys. 😊
Awesome! Thank you!
She's right! Them pancakes look perfect!!
Thank you...
Just brought my griddle... been watching all your vidoes and trying some of the recipes out
Awesome...thank you
Wow i love those pancakes. Everything is cooked perfectly
Thank you
So I was sitting on my back patio. Looking at my Traeger I started thinking about your first couple videos on the Halo. Then I did the same exact thing in my mind. I started thinking about the pros and cons and the upside was there I thought. Well if he can show people how to use the burners to their advantage on the Halo it would surely elevate my rating of it. Smiling, thinking, I was like "He is the Flat Top King" If it can be done he will do it. And sure enough you did it. I have found that grilling, griddling etc. has exploded the last several years and become very popular. So much so that I can see my self owning a couple of them. I love my Traeger too. I keep thinking someone will reach out to you for the ultimate griddle, that would be the one to own! Great Job!
That is definitely on the list of accomplishments I would gladly wear...How did I not know you had the Traeger...did I miss a comment
Been waiting for this one. Looks like a great griddle that, like a lot of things, you just need to learn to use.
You got that right! Thanks for watching...I think I have an absolutely great video coming this Wednesday on it...game changer for sure.
I have the Halo portable and it works perfectly. With both burners on I can run a temperature from 300 degrees to 600 degrees.
Good job on managing the heat.
Thanks bud...ill tell ya..it will climb in a hurry..the metal is thick and can really hold heat
really enjoyed the video
Thank you
Good Evening from Whistler MS!! The big breakfast looks awesome!! Looks like it’s going to be a big learning curve with the Halo but it looks like an awesome griddle!!
Hey bud....yeah i agree..I think the potential is definitely there...have high hopes
You should get a thermal imaging attachment for your phone where you can actually see the hot zones. Flir has them as well as a few other companies.
Great cook. Those pancakes looked on point. Glad you explained what you did to control the temps. Yes, it probably takes awhile to figure it out but once you do it's probably like anything else and you just know what to do. Thanks for the vid.
Thank you
Good video Neal .. Just got home from the QUIGLEY shoot in eastern montana, Thank you for a good one my friend ! FRANK FROM MONTANA....
Thanks bud...
Awesome video as always. I figured it would grow on you. It sure is a lot of fiddling around to get temps. But people like to cook in offsets too for the same reasons. Keep up the great videos.
Neal, From what I saw, you rocked that griddle today. Super even cook now that you know the quirks of that system.
Thanks bud...
I've enjoyed watching your viewpoint on the Halo, I personally love mine. Yep, it runs hot, but the recovery is amazing, and you are so right to know your Temps and use them going up and down. I use mine for a couple of hours at a time when I am doing meals and meal prep. I am for sure trying that pancake recipe. Have a great one!
Thanks for sharing I appreciate that....let us know what you think about the pancakes...
I got the natural gas option, much easier to control the temperature.
@@brucebeeco531 Unfortunately I dont have that option...we dont have gas near by...i have heard that it does help...
Thanks! Looks like you are enjoying the Halo. Looking forward to the Traeger.
You tamed this beast so easily.
thank you
Damn good looking breakfast, well done!
Thank you
Outstanding breakfast Neal! That Halo is pretty sweet, still not sure about controlling that heat constantly,looks like your a pro already 😎. Can’t wait till Weds cook!. Cheers 🍻
Thanks bud....no doubt a learning curve...
I love my new Halo. I installed the natural gas option. Very easy to control the lower temperature. halo is one of the only flattops offering natural gas. Works great.
Thanks for sharing
Amazing Video Neal and Amy. I could eat breakfast anytime of the day. Neal, you have that new Halo down to a science. You both do a great job on your channel. As far as your question about which way I lay my bacon? I will one day, be able to answer that question. Awesome Video Y'all.
hahahhaha
Really appreciate the in-depth analysis of this griddle, especially your emphasis regarding the heat zone management. Everything you cooked looked delicious, so it can be done. Just not the griddle for us.
That being said, I visited my local Ace store today and was wowed by the beastly Traeger on display. I hope to have my new Traeger griddle by week’s end.
Thanks for all you do for the griddling community!
Hey I really appreciate that...I think its a fantastic griddle for sure...so far its been my favorite
Did not know that about pancakes!!!
Great job! Everything looked cooked perfectly! I'll be over soon for breakfast......
@user-dv9zc7tl3r What?? Really? Never won anything.....
@user-dv9zc7tl3r And I like bacon dust!
@user-oi6mp3tr7g What does that mean? Do you need my address?
Another beautiful breakfast Neal & Amy!
Thanks bud...
Awesome breakfast cook
Thank you....
I love mixing creamed corn in my pancake batter! Delicious, you need to try it.
Pancakes look amazing.
Thank you
I am going to have to try those pancakes... Awesome job!!!!
Please do...let us know what you think...
thats a great batch of vittles. those pancakes look awesome. love hashbrowns on the griddle. thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching
Great for crispy hash browns
Looks delicious Neil great job.
Thanks bud.....cheers
Wow that’s a great breakfast 👍🏽 Neal everything looks so delicious. After a breakfast like that I guess that l would skip lunch time.😂 Great cook Neal. Yesterday I used that Smashed That seasoning and it was a hit with everyone here.
Hey thats great....thanks bud...
Had to break out my. Lunch watching this 😋
hahahahaha I appreciate that...
I have the same problem. I have a crooked head. Where my ball caps feel rite its sitting crooked. Move it straight and the bill feels weird. Dont worry too much about it. Im a self proclaimed genius and i talk just fine most of the time. Well some of the time. Great job guys. Thanks for the teaching
hahahaa Hey thats awesome...ahhahah thank you
Hey, King. I had chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes and country gravy today for lunch at the Ramstein Air Base Officers' Club. I am 1,000% sure that yours is better. Keep up the great work! Peace out.
hahahahah Thanks for your service....love that meal for sure...cheers
Fantastic breakfast Neal! Nicely done mate with the zone control!
Hey thanks bud...
I recently got the halo elite 2b. It still can get really hot but low seems to go lower than the 4b. I love this griddle for the windy weather here in ND
Hey thats great...cheers
I put my bacon horizontally. I typically fry about 16 slices of thick cut bacon. The heating seems more even left to right than it does top to bottom.
That looks nice. I typically cook a simpler one, but at least I stop before bacon dust 😂
I'm actually about to get up and cook breakfast in 20 or 30 minutes, because we're weirdos who eat breakfast for supper.
Breakfast for supper is normal around here
Nothing weird about eating Breakfast for Supper, We always do it.
Got a new Blackstone. Seasoning tomorrow and this would be a good first cook.
Heck yea...cheer and reach out if you need help
Awesome job brother! PS... I hope you didn't eat all that food🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣((yes, still watching))
ahahhah heck no...great in laws...
Breakfast on the griddle is awesome!
Absolutely
You should design and build the ultimate flat top! After all your the king🤴
Hey I would love to...no doubt
Nice job. Looks like the Halo is more work than I want... as far as playing with the burners and Temps. I know my hot spots on my Blackstone and it's just easier to move the food around. Learned that from you. Thanks
You and me both! Thanks bud...
Glad I was eating breakfast while watching this. Didn't leave any teeth marks or slobbers on the computer this time around. You really nailed it this time on the new Halo Griddle. You have the square dancing and hoe down and all the fixins turned out puuuurfect. Thanks for sharing with us, keep up the good work and recipes and videos coming and keep the taste tester too she makes you look good. Fred.
Thank you Fred...cheers...
When the Master takes on new equipment, there is no doubt he will find the sweet spots and make it produce in good form. That is why all of us watch and learn with the FTK. Heat zone management is the key to good griddlin, as I learned, it balances the timing and as you said, you cannot do it on any griddle without an infrared heat gun to keep track of your temps. Dale Earnhart, whom I spent time with, used to be asked how fast could his car could go, his answer was always the same, "speed costs, how much do you want to spend" same with griddlin.
Thats a fantastic quote....thank you
Great Breakfast, but where are the grits?
Absolutely mouthwatering breakfast. Great cook, as always, brother 🤩
Getting the hang of it for sure...
Amazing cook Neal!
Thanks 👍
Love the build and features of the griddle. Have you been in contact with the manufacturer about changes and modification to help temp control in future models?
hahahaha lord no...they could care less what I have to say...I dont think they are very happy with me after my review with the heat..but that happens sometimes...
Great video, love how you controlled the heat and had things timed perfectly. I have been thinking about buying a second griddle as the Blackstone I got about month ago is at our summer weekend place and I originally thought I would be OK just using it on weekends until we close up in the Fall, then bring it home. Now I miss having it during the week and am considering another Griddle. I just wonder if the Halo's learning curve is too steep for my rookie griddle skills or if I choose that I would quickly get it figured out. Thanks for the great honest and informative videos on all things Griddle!
Another good cook I just order the Halo on Father’s Day
Hey thats great....cheers
That thing pumps! Breakfast looks great, I'll just assume my invite was lost in the mail 🙄🙄😂
hahahahah cheers...
Great huge breakfast Neal! Those pancakes look so light and fluffy. Monitoring the zones is a must with a griddle that thick. I think more adjustments of the flame would be a great benefit. Awesome cook and temp feedbacks too! Cheers buddy!
Cheers bud...
I looked at the Halo manual online and after watching your videos cannot understand why they recommend the higher setting. It looks like you could only get down to reasonable temps using 9.5" rather than 11". Has Halo commented or explained their recommendation?
NO they have not...nothing but HATE from some halo fans...Their response was corporate speak...neutral with hopes of more favorable outcome in the future...I will say the comment said that they appreciate honest and open reviews...not sure they liked mine...but like you said...I only did what the manual said..the other thing is we could not find videos to put the unit together...even all the scan codes just took you to the website...
Been waiting to see this video. Major Kudos for a well executed cook Brotha! And I totally agree with Amy, you nailed those pancakes. Can’t wait for the Traeger comparison video, cheers y’all 👊🏼😎🤙🏼
Cheers bud....
Of all the griddle RUclips cooks yours is the best because you teach as you cook. Oh and your wife is babe
I agree with half...hahaha I do teach while I cook....JK...shes a good one
My camp chef don’t seem to get hot. I think wind a big problem. Need to find some wind guards. Great looking cook.
Maybe clogged fuel bars...or bad regulator...should hit around 450 on low...
@@TheFlatTopKing I have to check. I couldn’t get the oil to smoke on it last time. Could hold my had 2 inches without much heat. So probably around 300. I definitely check the tubes and the regulator thanks
Nice cook Neal that HALO is looking tempting - Oh and I go "Both Ways" ( Bacon silly) LOL
hahhaha I appreciate that...maybe diagonally
Mmmmmmm, That looked like a great breakfast, but I not much of a fan of that griddle for me anyway, just looks to complicated. For you it looks just great and that breakfast looks just terrific and delicious too, I'm sure you and Amy enjoyed it. Take care.
Great cook and great explanations of how to manage the Halo. I do the same things on mine. Bacon on while it heats then eggs after I shut it down.
Thanks for watching...I think I have an absolutely great video coming this Wednesday on it...game changer for sure.
@@TheFlatTopKing can’t wait.
@@davidleclercq8627 honestly I cant either. Hahaah I’m just excited to share it. Really shows my initial thought/reaction when I researched it. It came out better than expected
That breakfast looks wild. The pancakes looked great I agree, but damn they sound good when the flopped on the grill after the flip. You inspired me to get a FTG900 from campchef. Looking forward once my pool deck is finished to set it up and get started!!
Hey thats awesome...thank you...loved mine for sure
I love it! Awesome looking breakfast. I must say that I love how Neal has all his notes hand written down. Now that's getting down and dirty! And I love how Amy has to straighten the hat to keep everything looking good. Honestly this is my favorite cooking channel and Amy and Neal you guy's are as real as they come!!! God bless.
Hey I truly appreciate that...thank you
I ordered the 3 burner halo just waiting for it to show now !
Hey thats great....I am uploading another video this Wednesday and it should be incredible for ideas with Halo...hope you enjoy
Do you miss your camp chef flat top? Great cook as always!!!
i miss it more for feelings...than the actual unit...it was my first and kinda launched me to this point...
Great griddle. Have you ever used the (functional hood) for anything?
Absolutely…. Smoked meats in a video.
I subbed once I heard “I like my eggs over medium.”
Well thank you...
Well, I'll just say that I'm glad I didn't get this griddle as my first one. The heat control as you demonstrated is just too tedious for me to deal with. I certainly have not learned temperature management with my Blackstone yet, but on Low, it's low, and still I hate to have to fiddle with it sometimes! In the hands of an experienced Griddlemaster, you aced it, man! Very impressive, but I don't like my bacon that done. I like some jiggle to it! 😜 Thanks Neal!
hahhaha thanks bud
I'm really digging that flat top. Bacon cooks best diagonally
hahahahaha no doubt...
I'm starving
I had decided my next griddle was going to be a Pit Boss Deluxe. Now I am watching you deal with Halo's heat. Hmmmm. The research is as much fun as the cooking. Well....maybe.
hahahaha
I love my Grilla Grills grill that has a griddle so one unit and gas grill and griddle
heard some good things about em...
I put my bacon on diagonally, I take a different slant on life.
It may have taken more work than you anticipated, but it looks like that griddle works pretty well once understood.
hahahaha thats a good one....cheers
1/8 size hotel pan or baking sheet might be perfect for the warming rack
Absolutely...
I've found putting the bacon horizontal it cooks more evenly especially if the griddle is in the process of heating up. On 22" and 36" Blackstone.
Interesting...thank you
Awesome video. Thank you. I like the wooden handle scraper. Where did you pick that up?
that came from a kit Traeger sent me....
Awesome job taming the beast! With a spatula in one hand and the other twisting knobs - how would I hold my beer?? 36" Weber on the way for me boss. Halo is sweet, but way too much "thinking." Flatrock is awesome, but not enough real estate on the griddle surface.
hahahaha I hear ya...I think you will be really happy...like a set it and forget it...great on low....and gets the job done on high..
@@TheFlatTopKing As always - you're the man. Thank you so much for the help choosing. Now off to your recipes!
Im so conflicted, I want to like the Halo for all the extra features it has, and it seems possible to deal with the high temps, but with a lot more finesse than it seems is required with other griddles (based off of binging all your other videos). As a first time griddler I feel like I'd be better off with a different, more user friendly griddle, where I don't have to adjust my temps so much.
And it looks like you've solved one of the main problems with the Traeger with the holes in the side with the bench scrapers.
So I keep going back and forth with the Halo 4B, Traeger, and Camp Chef 600 4 burner.
Everyone has options...your comment is well said and deep thought for sure...I love the Traeger...they know it too...i dont hide my favorites anymore...its Traeger 1, Weber 2 and Halo 3...because of exactly what you just said...ease and comfort of griddling...
@@TheFlatTopKing it’s helpful to know your rankings thank you
Doing a big breakfast Saturday morning and making my boudin omelettes. Also going to make the wife some pancakes for the first time on the griddle. 😮💨
Hey thats great...cheers...i need to try that Boudin...never have
Looks great! Every time you make omelets I get taken back to breakfast in the mess hall. I loved the ham and cheese omelets. Any chance you can use those recipe cards of yours and make other favorites? Porcupines or Yankee Pot Roast?
I can...we might make something coming soon...they are actually available on the internet as well..only problem is its in quantities of 100
This might be a dumb question but do you think the Halo would run a little cooler if you used the Natural gas conversion kit? I want to buy my first griddle but ill being using natural gas because my back patio has a natural gas quick connect.
I have heard that...for all griddles....i dont have that option...
You say it runs hot. Do you have the gas regulator on 11" or 9.5"? I think your first video, and the manual I read online, said typically you will use 11", so I assume that is what you are running at. I would suggest changing to 9.5" and see if the temps are better.
im running at 9.5
I don't know if you tried this yet, but I'm anxious to know if you did and if it worked. It may have got lost in all the other comments. You mentioned previously that there was an adjustment for the amount of propane flow from the tank. You said you had it fully open. Have you tried to turn it to low along with the low temp setting to see if your Temps got lower to acceptable levels.
No sure the misconnect..or where I said that...I have had the Halo on 9.5 since the first cook...i haven’t needed a reason for the 11 so far...it 660 on an upcoming video..hahahaa Can you point me in that comment...i need to correct it...thanks bud,,
Have you considered a regulator on the propane? I think the burners are fantastic for even heating, just a little too much btu.
Well it comes with it......
@@TheFlatTopKing not the 9"-12" switch that comes with it...a real regulator. They are like $15. I have one on my Blackstone and it makes it much more flexible to crank up for searing and simmer down for eggs/pancakes.
Have you researched the LoCo griddle? Digital temperature knobs instead of just guessing high, medium and low. Is this on your list of griddles to cook with and compare?
It is not...I have several people in our griddle group that say just because it has a temp on the dial does not mean thats the temp on the griddle...kina thing...struggles to maintain temps...needs power to operate..
I put the bacon parallel with the way the grease flows, depends on where the grill is.
Thank you
Have you tried lowering the PSI on the regulator yet? I would love to see a temp comparison between the two settings. Yummy looking pancakes!
Neal said near the end of the video that he was cooking with the regulator set on the 9.5” WC setting.
Yes its been on 9.5 for all the cooks...
Looking very much forward to the upcoming comparisons between this Halo and the Traeger. I'm leaning very hard toward the Traeger. I want a consistent griddle that can remain at low temps. I do not want to have to finesse temps via knob adjustments, etc. If I were to have Neil's skills? Less of an issue. I'm just a backyard Dad-cook, though. I'd be shocked if anything tops the Traeger for me, though the Weber is still in the running for me, due to price point and even performance.
I think you will have to always mess with the temp on any griddle. I really like the idea of the Loco Griddle with the digital temp. But at the last minute I changed my mind. I'm so glad I did. The Halo 4B is a very nice griddle. The shelves are the weakest thing I think. With the Traeger the shelves don't go down at all so if you're looking to have more space by lowering a shelf tough luck. On top of that you have to plug it in for the tank setup. Then u have to keep it plugged in to ignite the griddle. Like I said there's pros and cons to both. I've just found more cons than Pros on the Traeger. Good luck on your choice.
Hey bud...all about it...but lets correct some really BIG information..NO being rude just being honest..
1..the shelves absolutely fold down completely...straight flat down...
2. Although you have to have power that is ONLY for the propane sensor...it does not need power to operate...I do not use mine plugged in ever..
I have a review on this griddle and mentioned or showed this about the shelves and power...
Great video Neil, I was just getting ready to pull the trigger on the Halo when your last video came out about it being too hot. I will admit the review substance turned me off a bit. Like you say its about choice, you can get a 4 cylinder motor 6, or 8 hemi, you have control and the horsepower when needed ie; stir frying, smash burgers etc.. Todays video was again great it was full of useful information and technique. PS I did purchase the Halo 4B and super glad I did. Now looking forward to learning your techniques to master it!
Bacon dust, cheesy omelette, crispy hash browns, and fluffy pancakes... Awesome breakfast! 👍😊
"Bacon Dust" should be classified as a felony. It's like taking a Prime grade steak and ordering it well-done. I get twitchy every time I see Neil violate the sanctity of the Lord's bacon.
Thank you Bobbi
NOW....that does seem like a strech...bacon dust for the win...Prime 122 degrees for the win...
Do you have to hit the igniter everytime you start a burner next to one already lit?
so just to be clear....if the front is on just turn knob and the back will ignite....if the front burner is on...the burner next to does not automatically turn on...the gas may ignite just because of location or by chance but not designed to...
Wait. Are aprons available? If not, what are you waiting for?
ahahahh We will be making them soon...