Taking Care of a Seasoned Cast Iron Pan

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There are different kinds of pots and cast iron pans that you can use in the kitchen. Some can be used in direct heat and some can be used in electric stove. It’s always important to know what you need in your kitchen before you search and purchase from the store. Cast iron pots and pans are one of the favorites of chefs and even homecooks since it can do a lot for cooks. Cast iron pots and pans can hold heat and its easy to preheat.

Cast iron pots and pans can last for a long time if its taken care of properly. So, how can you prolong its life span? Here are the guidelines from Procook.

 

cast iron panYou need to hand wash your cast iron pots and pans. After that, you need to immediately dry it up.

Rub your cast iron pots and pans with a light coat of oil like vegetable oil or olive oil after every wash. Just place enough oil to coat your cast iron pots and pans.

Seasoning Your Cast Iron Pans and Pots

In the world of cast iron pots and pans, the word “seasoning a pan” basically means rubbing a good amount of vegetable or olive oil on the pan after every use. Seasoning your pots and pans with vegetable oil creates a natural, easy-release properties. This means that the more you cook, the better your cast iron pots and pans gets. Because you create, maintain and even repair the “seasoning,” your cookware can last 100 years or more. Chemical non-stick coating cannot be repaired, limiting lifespan.

The cast iron pots and pans can be used with induction cooking, ceramic, electric and even with gas cook tops. It can also be used in the oven nd grill. This kind of pots and pans rarely need to go above a medium heat setting when properly pre-heated.

Refurbishing the Cast Iron Pan

While you need to maintain your cast iron pots and pans, you may have to reseason your cookware. Here’s how you can re-season it:

  1. Wash your cookware with hot and soapy water using stiff brush.
  2. Rinse it and then dry completely.
  3. Place a very thin and even coating of a melted solid vegetable shortening or cooking oil to the cast iron cookware inside and out.
  4. Place an aluminum foil on the bottom rack of the oven (not directly on bottom) to catch any drips.
    Set oven temperature to 350 – 400 degrees F.
  5. Place the cast iron cookware upside down on the top rack of the oven to prevent pooling.
  6. Bake the cookware for at least one hour. After the hour, turn the oven off and let the cookware cool in the oven.
  7. Store your cast iron cookware uncovered, in a dry place when cooled.

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