Choosing Cast Iron Pans over Nonstick Pans

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You have probably heard of cast iron cookware. These things have been in popular use before. They were used before nonstick pans became all the rage. Pots and pans before were made of cast iron which originally provided the nonstick surface of cookware. Unlike nonstick pans that eventually lose their capability to prevent foods from sticking, cast iron pans become better with age.

Enjoying Your Pans for Life

A well-seasoned pan of this material can last you for a lifetime! In truth, it is this characteristic of cast iron pans that makes these such a great addition to your kitchen. You wouldn’t have to worry about replacing your cookware again. You can get attached to one particular pan and cook your favorite dishes on it for the rest of your life. Of course, you still need to take care of these pans. They require a bit more maintenance than nonstick pans, but they are worth the extra effort. It is absolutely worthy to have a set of cast iron pans in your kitchen. These things basically work at great level in any kind of kitchen.

How to Properly Use Cast Iron Pans

There are some things that you might want to know about how to properly use these kinds of pans. First of all, before you use them, you need to wash them in hot and soapy water. These pans, however, are rarely washed in this manner. In fact, this is the only time that you can clean your pans this way. Once the pans have been cleansed, you can then pat them dry.

After the pans are completely dry, you can then start applying oil or shortening on its surface. You cannot use butter shortening however. You should also do the same to their lids if there are any.

This does not end there because you still have to bake your pans. Now, you need to preheat the oven to 350ºF and then placed the pan or pans on the top shelf. Wrap a baking sheet with aluminum foil and then placed that on the bottom. If your pans have lids, you also need to bake them. You need to leave your pans and their lids in the oven for an hour. You can then leave your pans in the oven once the hour is up.

Now, you can definitely use your cast iron pans. Make sure that you keep them clean and learn to wash them properly. With proper maintenance and use, these pans can really serve you well for a lifetime.

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