How to care for Iron Cookware

Using iron cookware is very satisfying for the simple fact that iron cookware lasts forever. The performance of iron can vary depending if it’s carbon steel or cast iron but generally the results are great. People love to use iron to sear meat but iron can be used for almost any type of cooking. Iron cookware can work very well as a nonstick pan however acidic foods can break down the seasoning that is required to maintain its nonstick properties. Because of this, we recommend not using raw iron cookware for foods like vinegar, tomatoes and wine.  

When iron cookware is new, it comes seasoned or unseasoned. No matter what, the pan will have some sort of protection on the cookware, like a wax coating or a proper seasoning. The base seasoning on the pan is important to ensure the pan does not rust. From there, you will need to build a working seasoning that, over time, will help you create a nonstick surface. This is what most people love about well-cared-for iron cookware – near nonstick cooking results.

The term ‘seasoning’ is a confusing word as it has 2 meanings in teh world of iron cookware but let me help you out.