How Do You Clean And Season Cast Iron Cookware?
Cast iron cookware is a wonderful way to cook and will last forever if treated properly. If you recently received a new cast iron pot, check out these tips to keep your cast iron working for many, many years to come. Before you use your cast iron pot for the first time, you will need to remove the factory protective coating used to keep the pot from rusting before purchasing. This is the one and only time you should use soap on your cast iron pot. To remove the protective coating, use a scouring pad, hot water and soap. Some things you should not do to your cast iron pot are (1) never let it air dry, (2) never use standard dish soap to clean it and (3) never let it soak in a sink full of water. To season a cast iron pot properly, warm the pot by filling with hot water. The pot should feel warm to your touch when you are done. Now dry the pot thoroughly. Then coat the inside surfaces of the pot with a layer of lard, shortening, canola oil or safflower oil. Once the inside of the warmed
