How do I clean porcelain enamel cast-iron cookware?
Place the porcelain enamel cast-iron cookware in the bottom rack of a dishwasher, away from other dishes, or in an empty sink. To clean in a dishwasher, wash during a short cycle, with glassware in the upper rack. To clean in a sink, fill the sink halfway with warm, soapy water, then wipe the cookware with a lint-free microfiber cloth or sponge.Remove caked or burnt-on food with a plastic scraper or a nonabrasive scrubbing pad, or soak surfaces overnight with a baking-soda solution (2 tablespoons baking soda to 1 quart water) and scrub. If the food won’t dislodge from the enamel, scrape carefully with a razor-blade scraper, or scrub gently with fine steel wool. Rinse the cookware with water, and air-dry or wipe dry.Never expose a hot piece of porcelain enamel cast-iron cookware to water before it has cooled completely, as porcelain enamel can crack or chip from the sudden change in temperature. To remove mineral-deposit buildup (scale), soak the cookware in equal parts vinegar and wate
