>From a post from Johnny Cast Iron Cleaning Tip I know all of the readers use at least some cast iron cookware and certainly every one of you has had to deal with a skillet, cornbread skillet, or dutch oven that has been well "over-cooked" and is truly grungy and difficult to deal with.......and, for "difficult" I mean that cleaning it without ruining your current valuable and closely guarded "seasoning."
Try this 6-point procedure: 1) Remove most of the baked-on grunge with a large spoon or spatula. 2) start an overnight soak by filling the pot with cold water. 3) Next morning, pour the water out and spray liberally with "Pam" or any oil spray you have on hand. 4) Soak for a few minutes. 5) Then, attack aggressively with a stiff brush or better yet, a "wok brush," essentially using the oil spray as your cleaner. When all the bits are loosened, rinse with cold water, wipe with a paper towel to ensure it is clean, spray another shot of your oil, wipe gently again and store. It will be shinning and at-the-ready for your next use.....and your "seasoning" will not be affected. Hugs,Janet -- Access the Recipes And More list archives at: http://www.mail-archive.com/recipesandmore%40googlegroups.com/ Visit the group home page at: http://groups.google.com/group/RecipesAndMore
