It’s a jack-of-all-trades pan, but it has its limits.
To see to it your Dutch oven lasts, here are the things you should not do with it.
Are you guilty of any of the following?
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If so, it’s time to stop.
Your grandkids will thank you!
In general, subjecting your Dutch oven to extreme temperature fluctuations can be damaging.
Using it in the microwave
Most Dutch ovens are made from cast iron coated with enamel.
And as with any metal vessel, they shouldn’t be used in the microwave.
These utensils can scrape and scratch the enamel finish.
So how do youclean stuck-on gunk?
He suggests filling the pan with warm water and letting it soak for 15 to 20 minutes before washing.
And don’t preheat the pot on the highest setting, either.
It is better to cook on a low or medium setting and to heat the pan gradually.
Be sure to keep the lid handy to quickly clamp onto the pot in case there is a flare-up.
Yes, it makes good soups, but it can do so much more.
So takegood careof the one you’ve got, and it will serve you well for years to come!
