How Do You Restore A Rusted Cast Iron Pan?
Cast iron pans are durable, non-stick and long-lasting. Cast iron cookware is versatile, allowing you to cook on the stove top and use it to bake in the oven. Maintaining and properly storing your cast iron cookware will prevent rust from accumulating. Don’t throw away cast iron pans you find in the attic or bypass them at a garage sale, you can bring rusty cast iron cookware back to life. Wet the inside of the cast iron pan with water. Sprinkle scouring powder into the pan and scrub with a steel wool pad if there’s a lot of rust, or a scrub sponge for slightly rusty cast iron pans. Wash the cast iron pan with hot water and dish liquid. Rinse pan well and dry completely with paper towels. Air dry the cast iron pan overnight to allow all moisture in the pores of the cast iron pan to evaporate. Heat the oven to 125 degrees Fahrenheit. Set pan in the oven for 20 minutes to dry completely if you don’t want to wait overnight for the pan to dry. Use a paper towel to apply a light coating of
