How Do You Care For A Rusty Cast Iron Skillet?
Found an old neglected cast-iron skillet or a rusty Dutch oven at a yard sale? Or did you unintentionally neglect yours? You can fix it. A rusty cast-iron skillet is easy to salvage and simple to care for. Cast-iron skillets come in a range of sizes and shapes and, if properly cared for, are easy to keep in working condition. The original “non-stick skillet” requires seasoning and only minimal care, and it will last for generations. Scrub the skillet vigorously with a scrub brush or scrub pad, to remove as much surface rust as possible. Rinse the skillet occasionally with hot water, and wipe dry with paper towels. Repeat as many times as necessary to remove as much rust as possible. Use fine sandpaper to gently rub off any fine rust remaining on the cast-iron surface. Rinse and towel dry as necessary, and continue scrubbing with the pad, brush or sandpaper, until all the rust is removed and the skillet is down to bare iron. Rinse the skillet thoroughly with hot water, and towel dry. Do
