CAST IRON COOKWARE USE & CARE

• Before first useHand washes. Dry immediately.
• Season your cast iron cookwareRub with a thin light coat of vegetable oil after every wash.

COOKING WITH CAST IRON COOKWARE

• Your cast iron cookware can be used on induction,ceramic,electric,and gas cooktops,in your oven,on the grill,or even over the campfire. Do not use it in the microwave.
• Note:On glass or ceramic cooktops,lift cookware; never slide it.
• Note:Use metal,wood,or hi-temp silicone utensils.
• Note:Some foods may stick to new cookware (especially eggs). Use a little extra oil or butter until you've built up the seasoning on your cast iron cookware.
• Note:Acidic foods like tomatoes,beans,and certain sauces can damage the seasoning finish and should be avoided until the seasoning is well-established.
• Note:Cast Iron rarely needs to go above a medium heat setting when properly pre-heated. For the times when you do cook at higher temperatures,bring the pan to temperature gradually and add oil to it just before adding food to prevent sticking.
• Note:Cookware handles get hot; use mitts. Use trivets to protect countertops from hot cookware.

CLEANING

• After first use let it cool and wipe it down with a clean dry cloth or paper towel. If you prefer to use soap,then wash with mild soapy water and dry thoroughly and oil (season) immediately.
• Note:Dishwashers,strong detergents,and metal scouring pads are not recommended,as they remove the seasoning.

RUST

• Without protective seasoning,iron can rust when exposed to air.
• To remove any rust buildup,scour the rust,rinse,dry,and rub with a little vegetable oil.
• If the problem persists,you will need to thoroughly remove all rust and follow the re-seasoning instructions (below).

RE-ESTABLISHING YOUR SEASONED FINISH

• Regularly cleaning as directed and maintaining the seasoning on your cookware should keep your Cast Iron in good condition,however,at some point,you may need to re-season your cookware. If food sticks to the surface or you notice a dull,gray color,repeat the seasoning process:
• Wash the cookware with hot,soapy water and a stiff brush.
• Rinse and dry completely.
• Apply a very thin,even coating of vegetable cooking oil of your choice to the cookware inside and out. Avoid using too much oil as it will result in a sticky finish.
• Place aluminum foil on the bottom rack of the oven (not directly on the bottom) to catch any drips.
• Set oven temperature to 350. 400 degrees F.
• Place cookware upside down on the top rack of the oven to prevent pooling.
• Bake the cookware for at least one hour. After the hour,turn the oven off and let the cookware cool in the oven.
• Store the cookware uncovered,in a dry place when cooled.
• Repeat as necessary.

TIPS

• Gas flames should not extend up the sides of cookware.
• Match pan size to burner size.
• Don't use it in the microwave.
• When deep frying,fill cookware only to 1/3 of capacity.