How-to guide
How to season cast iron cookware
Six thin coats, baked on, give you a dark, slick surface that food releases from.
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Cast iron and cutting board care guides
Short, practical guides to cleaning, seasoning and storing cast iron and wooden boards.
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How-to guideHow to clean cast iron with a chainmail scrubber
Lift stuck-on food without scraping off the seasoning you have built.
ArticleWhy refined coconut oil suits cast iron conditioning
It stays fresh at room temperature and leaves a thin, even film that helps keep rust away.
ArticleCan you use soap on cast iron?
Yes, you can. A little soap won't strip seasoning; soaking the pan and leaving it wet will.
How-to guideHow to oil a wooden cutting board or butcher block
Oil keeps wooden boards from drying out and cracking. Here is how and when to do it.
How-to guideHow to wash a wooden cutting board
Wash wooden boards gently so they stay clean without drying out or cracking.