The Secret of How to Clean Cast Iron in Four Easy Steps

Clean and Season a Skillet

Start with baking soda

Sprinkle baking soda into your skillet and add a small cup of water. Use a copper scouring pad to remove rust and grime.

Rinse and dry thoroughly

Once you’ve cleaned the skillet, dry with a paper towel. Make sure there are no wet patches at this stage.

Protect your skillet with oil

Protect your skillet by seasoning it with olive oil. Wipe a thin coat around the entire pan to prevent rust.

Infuse flavor into your skillet

When using oil, after letting the first layer of oil dry, add another. This ensures full coverage and will infuse more flavor into the skillet.

Storing a clean skillet

Hang your skillet from a rack if possible. By keeping the surface clear, you reduce the risk of wiping away the oily layer of protection.