What's the proper way to season a cast iron skillet?
Seasoning (or curing as some people call it) is a necessary step in using cast iron cookwareOil is baked into the pores of the iron to prevent rusting and to eventually provide a natural, non-stick cooking surfaceUnlike synthetically coated cookware, it is possible to restore the cooking surface of cast ironWash the cookware with hot, soapy water and a stiff brush(It is okay to use soap this time because you are preparing to re-season the cookware) Rinse and dry completelyApply a thin, even coating of MELTED solid vegetable shortening (or cooking oil of your choice) to the cookware (inside and out)Place aluminum foil on the bottom rack of the oven to catch any drippingSet oven temperature to 350 – 400 degrees FPlace cookware upside down on the top rack of the oven Bake the cookware for at least one hourAfter the hour, turn the oven off and let the cookware cool in the oven Store the cookware uncovered, in a dry place when cooled.
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