How Do You Remove Burnt Oil From Pots?
You can remove burnt oil from pots overnight with very little effort. Burnt oil clings to the surface of pots, leaving a visible residue. Normal hand-washing is not enough to completely remove the dark, sticky, burnt-on oils. Using abrasive metal scrubs can damage the surface finish of a pot. However, leaving burnt oils on the surface of a pot will give foods cooked in the pot an off flavor. Restore your stained pot by dissolving the burnt oil and gently wiping it away. Fill the stained pot with enough water to completely cover all the burnt oil. Sprinkle some baking soda into the pot. A good rule of thumb is to add 1/3 cup of baking soda for every quart of water. Place the pot on a stove and bring the water to a rapid boil over medium high heat for at least 10 minutes. Turn off the stove and allow the pot to cool overnight. Dump the cooled water into the sink and proceed to wash away the softened oil stains with concentrated liquid dish soap and a nonabrasive scrubber. Proceed with a
