Steps
How to Take Care of Your Cast Iron Pan. A cast iron pot or pan is a keepsake and cooks best friend in the kitchen. Taking care of it is essential, but easy to do once you know how.
Method
- 1
If the pan is new or has rust, wash it with mild dish soap and a sponge.
- 2
Dry immediately with a cloth or paper towel to remove excess moisture.
- 3
Apply a thin layer of high smoke point oil using a paper towel, then wipe off excess oil to leave a very thin coating
- 4
Place on the cooktop and gently heat through for 5 minutes to seal.
- 5
Allow it to cool, before handling.
...And that's it, enjoy!
What you'll need
You will need:
Cast iron pan
Mild dish soap for initial cleaning only
Sponge or brush
Dry cloth or paper towels
High smoke point oil e.g. flaxseed canola vegetable grapeseed
Cooktop or oven
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