[Blueicus]

I heard that there's no real evidence to support the hot pan cold oil no stick policy versus cold pan cold oil heat up no stick, they both work just as well... but it is true that overheated oil for long periods of time does break down the oil so you only want it hot if you're actually doing something with it very soon.

The real key to no stick while cooking meat is to not jostle the meat around until the outside has cooked thoroughly.