Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Use & Care

CAST IRON COOKWARE USE & CARE
These products have been pre-seasoned prior to shipment from the factory.

BEFORE FIRST USE
Remove all labels and hand wash with warm water. Rinse and dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.

STOVETOP & OVEN USE

• Designed for use with electric, gas, ceramic and glass stovetops, as well as induction stoves.
• Always use a small amount of cooking oil before each use.
• Always preheat cast iron for increased non-stick performance. 
• For best results, use medium-high heat.
• If the cookware is scratched and the pre-seasoned layer is removed, the cast iron must be seasoned again. (see re-seasoning instructions below.
• Avoid sliding or dragging cookware across the stovetop as external cosmetic scratches may occur.
• Oven, broiler, and grill safe up to 450°F. Use caution when handling.

CLEANING

• Hand wash and hand dry only.
• Do not soak cast iron cookware.
• To clean, wash with warm, soapy water. Rinse and immediately dry thoroughly.
• Do not allow cookware to air dry. Towel dry immediately after each wash.
• Going for an extended period of time without cleaning the cookware may result in an accumulation of dust. This can form grime that is hard to wipe off later.
• To remove hard grime, scrub cookware with an abrasive sponge or plastic scrubbing pad, then re-season cookware. (follow re-seasoning instructions detailed below)
• To protect pre-seasoned coating and prevent removing the seasoning, do not use abrasive cleaners or detergents with degreasing action. (If seasoning is removed, follow re-seasoning instructions below.)
• Do not use steel wool scrubbing pads. 
• Do not use bleach.
• Do not use oven cleaners.

HOW TO SEASON YOUR CAST IRON

• Preheat oven to 350°F.
• Line the bottom rack of oven with foil.
• Place cookware on the top rack and heat for 10 minutes.
• Remove cookware and coat with any food-safe cooking oil or fat.
• Bake the cast iron cookware for 2 hours.
• Allow cast iron to cool in the oven.

COOKING UTENSILS

• Do not stab the cooking surface with a sharp point or cut food while in the cookware.
• Do not use electric utensils such as mixers or sharp-edged utensils such as knives.

WARNINGS

• Cast iron is not microwave safe.
• Cast iron is not dishwasher safe.
• Do not allow cookware to boil dry.
• Always hand wash and dry completely before storing.
• Always use pot holders or oven mitts because the handles will get hot.
• Before washing, always allow the cookware to cool to room temperature.