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Cast Iron Cookware CareCast Iron Cookware Care done properly can help your small investment in your cast iron cookware can last a lifetime and even longer. You could pass cast iron down not only to your children, but to one of your grandchildren, and it could still be in fine shape, as long as it has been well cared for. Here are a few tips to keep your cookware in tip top shape.Season (or Re-Season) When NecessarySome cast iron cookware comes preseasoned and will not need any further initial cast iron cookware care. However, other cast iron will require some initial cast iron cookware care to give them a nonstick surface.Also, all cast iron cookware will need to be Re-seasoned from time to time, especially if food is starting to stick to your skillet or your cookware is showing signs of rust. Prepare Your PanThe first step in proper cast iron cookware care is to give your pan a good scrubbing with a scouring pad and hot water. The hotter the water and the warmer your pan, the easier it will be to clean your cookware. Immediately dry your pan with a paper towel or dish towel to keep it from rusting.The Next Step in Cast Iron Cookware CareHeat your oven to between 250 and 300 degrees Fahrenheit. Then coat your cookware with either bacon grease or lard. It needs to be one of those two, because liquid vegetable oil won't work. Instead, you'll just end up with a sticky surface. So purchase a pound of lard from the store for proper cast iron cookware care.Once your cookware is coated with grease, put it in the oven and let it bake for fifteen minutes. Then remove the pan and pour out the excess grease. Put your pan back in the oven and let it bake for an additional two hours. If you want the nonstick bond on your pan to be even stronger, then repeat this process several times. Early Cast Iron Cookware Care TipsThe first few times you use your newly seasoned pan, cook bacon and other foods high in fat to strengthen the seasoning. Or you can cook foods with fat.Remember that you will occasionally need to Re-season your pan to help it retain its nonstick properties and keep it from rusting. Routine Cast Iron Cookware TipsAlthough cast iron is one of the toughest cookwares out there, it still needs some special cast iron cookware care. Clean your cookware soon after using it by rinsing it with hot water and scraping off food when necessary. Don't use a scouring pad or soap and this will break down the pan's seasoning. A plastic scraper works great.Also, never store food in your cookware. The food's acid will wear down the seasoning and your food will get a metallic taste. When storing your cookware, leave the lids off. Leaving the lids on could build up inner moisture, especially when the weather is humid, and cause rust. If your pans do start to show rust, re-season them. Don't Be Alarmed When Your Cookware DarkensAnd don't throw it away. New cast iron cookware is medium gray in color, but darkens with proper cast iron cookware care and use. A well-loved and well-used cast iron skillet will be black and just as good as when you bought it.More Great Recipes!If you're looking for a frugal, yet delicious and nourishing meal, look no further than this Lentil Brown Rice Casserole. It's been a family favorite for years!Your kids love corn dogs, but you hate all the chemicals. Instead, why not enjoy cooking your own healthy Corn Dogs with this great recipe. There is a better way to make bread that chock full of nutrition. Learn how to make fresh bread from whole grains with your grain mill. Jam from your garden? You bet! Use roses from your homesteading garden to make this delicious rose petal jam. If you're looking for a delicious variety to the typical spaghetti dish, you won't go wrong with this easy spaghetti pie recipe! If you're wondering what to do with that Halloween pumpkin, look no further than this recipe. Here's how to turn a pumpkin into pie. Start raising chickens and you'll likely have a surplus of eggs. Here's a great way to use them in this delicious, cheesy vegetable quiche recipe that your family will love. If you are looking for ways to cut costs without cutting the protein, then try texturized vegetable protein or TVP. Learn what it is and why it should be on the shelf of every frugal homesteader. Looking for a great, frugal crockpot recipe? This beefy bulgur vegetable soup recipe combines wheat berries and beef-flavored TVP. Honey is a healthy, delicious way to sweeten your desserts. Here are some tips on baking with honey. Your crockpot isn't just for main meals, but can also be used for desserts as well. Try this honey crockpot cake recipe! Love authentic food, but prefer to have it at home? Then try these frugal Enchiladas. They're a family favorite. Lots of those wonderful, gooey desserts call for canned condensed milk. Here's how you can save money by making your own with this sweetened condensed milk recipe. If you're looking for a mayonnaise substitute, look no further than this low-fat, delicious, almond spread. Save tons of money by cooking beans from scratch and using them as a meat substitute. Here are some tips on cooking pinto beans. |
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