HOW TO RESTORE CAST IRON
HOW TO RESTORE CAST IRON
- If there is rust or gunk that won’t come off with a stiff brush or a scraper, scrub the whole affected area with a steel wool sponge until you see no more rusty or sticky spots. You can spray a white vinegar-water solution to help with the rust removal.
- Once there is no more visible rust or stickies, wash and scrub with soap & hot water.
- Use a towel to dry thoroughly (important!)
- Place on hot stove to completely evaporate any excess moisture.
- Rub a thin layer of oil all over the cookware, inside & outside.
- Once the oil is rubbed in thoroughly, use a clean, lint-free paper towel to wipe off excess oil (this avoids stickiness).
- Place cookware hollow-side-down in an oven at 425° to 500°. Bake for 1 hour. Depending on the type of oil you use, it can get quite smoky (research oil smoking points of the oil of your choice to determine oven temperature).
- Allow to cool completely & store in cool, dry place.