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Disadvantages Of Cast Iron Cookware

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If, during a spring-cleaning spree, you come across an old cast iron griddle that belonged to your mother or grandmother, please don’t throw it away. As long as it has no cracks or nicks, you can clean it, and the effort will be worthwhile. Trust us, cast iron is top-grade cookware material because, not only does it heat evenly and consistently, cast iron is cheap and will last a lifetime with proper care. We will look at the care aspect a little later, but first, why cast iron cookware? It is the old-fashioned way to cook fat free. A well-seasoned cast iron pan is stick-resistant and requires no additional oil. Food will slide out of it as easily as from a non-stick pan It goes from stove to oven with equal ease. It does not warp It is incredibly easy to clean Its heat retention qualities allow for precise control of cooking …show more content…

This provides a smooth, nonstick surface on both the inside and outside. The best way to do this is to lightly oil the inside of a pan with neutral cooking oil while the pan is still hot and on the burner. Then, remove from the burner and lightly wipe the excess oil off the pan. If the cast iron cookware is not seasoned properly or part of the seasoning wears off, it should be properly cleaned and re-seasoned. It is best to clean cast iron cookware while it is still hot using warm water and soap, and scraping when necessary. However, do not soak or leave soapy water in cast iron cookware. Rinse thoroughly and dry well with a dishcloth. To make sure the cookware is completely dry, place it on the heated burner of your stove for a minute or two. Store your cast iron cookware with the lids off, especially in humid weather, because if covered, moisture can build up and cause the cookware to rust. In any case, place a few paper towels inside a pan/skillet to make sure that any moisture will be absorbed. Dryness is of paramount

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