How to Season A Brand New Cast Iron Pan
by
Michelle
(IC: blogger)
The purpose of seasoning the pan is to create a non-stick surface. But without all the nasty chemicals that transfer into the food from other "non-stick" pans. And a bit of iron will seep into your cooked food through the cast iron skillet - which apparently is a really good thing!
A cast iron pan is a must! If you don't have one...get one!
Use any oil of your choosing and spread a thin layer on the pan. Flaxseed oil is said to be the best oil to season a pan with.
Bake upside down in a cool oven on 350 degrees for at least an hour.
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Published May 6th, 2014 3:14 PM
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Karen Mueller on May 07, 2014You can use water to clean the pan but no soap. After I wash it, I put it on the burner until the pan gets hot enough to burn off the water to prevent rust from forming. Let it cool down before storing.
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Deborah Durham on May 13, 2014The main idea should be NEVER to use soap on any frying pan. It makes a thin film that causes food to stick. I note the way Chinese food people clean a pan they put water in the pan and let it boil while scrubbing away the food etc.
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