Step away from the dishwasher and discover how to clean all types of pots and pans the right way.
Here’s how toclean your Instant Potand various other pots and pans to make them last.
Considerations Before You Get Started
Read the manufacturer’s cleaning instructions before you dive in.
Should you always follow them?
Sometimes, the manufacturer’s instructions state that you might put your cookware in the dishwasher to clean it.
While that may technically be true, it won’t prolong the life of your pots and pans.
Read: Whatever you do, don’t soak.
(FYI, cast iron is excellent at retaining heat, so this can take some time).
you might also enlist a nonmetal scrubbing brush, like the Lodge scrub brush.
Cover with a paper towel to protect it from dust for storage.
A big mistake we see regarding nonstick pans is the use of cooking spray.
Avoid abrasive sponges or cleaning pads.
Every time you use them, you’re scraping off the nonstick finish bit by bit.
While nonstick pans don’t require oiling, many cooks add this step to keep them from drying out.
Step 3: Dry and Store
Allow the pan to dry completely before putting it away.
And when it comes to high-heat browning and super-even heat distribution, nothing beats stainless steel.
Step 1: Wash With Soapy Water
As a general rule, stainless steel is dishwasher safe.
But if you want to maintain the stainless steel finish, washing by hand is best.
Unlike most other types of nonstick, some hard-anodized aluminum pans can be used over high heat.
Rinse in hot water and dry completely.
As a general rule, make a run at do this at least twice a year.
Removing tarnish is not hard, but the longer you wait, the more tarnished it will be.
Fortunately, cleaning them isn’t difficult.
Rinse thoroughly with warm water.
Dry with a cloth or set on a rack to air dry.
First, soak the pan for 30 minutes in warm, soapy water.
Then sprinkle a small amount of baking soda on a damp sponge and gently scrub to remove stuck-on food.
The bubbling because of the baking soda and vinegar should help to loosen the stuck bits.
Stain removal should only be done on pans that are washed and dried.
Also, never use steel wool or any stiff, abrasive brushes onceramic cookware.
It can scratch the finish and ruin the pan.
How to Clean Burnt Cookware
No matter how careful you are, sometimes cookware gets burned.
Here are some DIY ways to remove burns.
