How do I clean old& rusty cast iron cookware?
Scrub the rust spots off your cast iron cookware by rubbing it with steel wool or fine-grit sandpaper, according to the Lodge Cast Iron website. Wet the surface of the cookware before scrubbing it.Wash the cookware with warm soapy water. This is only recommended when you are removing rust spots. Daily cleaning of cast iron cookware only requires warm water and a stiff nylon brush.Season the cast iron cookware by rubbing it with cooking oil or melted vegetable shortening. Place a strip of aluminum foil on the bottom rack of your oven to catch any drips. Place the cookware upside down in the oven, above the foil. Set the oven at 350.