Cleaning And Care For Cast Iron Cookware

 

There are many benefits to using cast iron cookware. When properly cared for, the cast iron acts as a nonstick pan keeping the food from burning, requires less oil, the food cooks evenly, cooking at high temperatures, and they are safer than most modern cookware.

They are safer because they don’t have the nonstick coating, which contains harmful chemicals you can be exposed to at high temperatures, or when the pan is damaged. In addition, a properly seasoned cast iron pan creates a natural nonstick finish for easy cleanup. 

 

 Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron 5-Piece Cookware Set

 

To season your cast iron pan is simple. Wash the pan in hot, mild soapy water, dry well and spread a very light coat of coconut oil or vegetable oil over the entire skillet.

Place foil paper on a lower rack in the oven for any drippings and then place the pan upside down on the middle rack. Bake at 375 F for one hour, then cool in the oven. After you season the pan, the more you use it, the more seasoned it becomes. 

Simple Chef Cast Iron Skillet 3-Piece Set – Best Heavy-Duty Professional Restaurant Chef Quality Pre-Seasoned Pan Cookware Set – 10″, 8″, 6″ Pans – Great For Frying, Saute, Cooking, Pizza & More

 

If you know how to properly take care of your cast iron cookware, you can pass it down from generation to generation.

Three things cast iron does not like; acidic foods, water and harsh abrasives. Your pan will love oil, gentle cleaning with a sponge, and drying the pan immediately after you wash it with hot water.

Do not immerse your cast iron cookware in water. Immersing the cast iron cookware in water increases the risk of rusting. Sometimes, making desserts in a cast iron pan can leave some residue.

Give it a good scrub with a stiff-bristle brush and a mild soap, then rinse well and dry thoroughly afterward. Just a note on pre-seasoned cast iron cookware; I always season my cast iron pans even if they are pre-seasoned.

 

If your cast iron becomes rusty don’t despair. Here are 4 easy steps how to revitalize your cast iron cookware

1) Scrub with a stiff bristle brush and hot soapy water. Rinse well and dry thoroughly

2) Brush a light coating of coconut oil or vegetable oil over the entire cast iron

3) Place foil paper on a lower rack in the oven for any drippings and then place the pan upside down on the middle rack. Bake at 375 F for one hour, then cool in the oven

4) Repeat as necessary and store in a cool, dry place

What I love about cast iron skillets is they make perfect one-pan casseroles, dips, steaks, cheesy sides and delicious desserts. But my favourite is a cast iron roasting pan!

Whether you are roasting chicken or veggies, they come out cooked perfectly. As an added benefit, the cleanup is super easy. The more you use the roasting pan, the more seasoned it becomes, and they last forever

 

Bayou Classic 7473 Cast Iron Baking Pan, 9 by 13″

 

Check out these easy to make

gluten-free recipes using cast iron cookware

 

Hot Pizza Dip – Gluten-Free, Keto

 

 

Skillet Strawberry Cobbler With Cinnamon Cream Cheese Biscuits – Gluten-Free

 

 

Gluten-Free Zucchini Gratin

 

 

Mushroom Zucchini Tetrazzini – Gluten-Free, Vegan

 

For our selection of healthy gluten-free recipes check out our recipe page.

 

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