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Dutch Oven - Facts

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Topic: Dutch Oven - Facts

Posted By: rpodcamper.com
Subject: Dutch Oven - Facts
Date Posted: 08 Dec 2009 at 12:32am

Never allow cast iron to sit in water or allow water to stand in it. It will rust despite a good coating.
Never use soap on cast iron. The soap will get into the pores of the metal and won't come out very easy, but will return to taint your next meal. If soap is used accidentally, the oven should be re-seasoned, including removal of the present coating.
Do not place an empty cast iron pan or oven over a hot fire. Aluminum and many other metals can tolerate it better but cast iron will crack or warp, ruining the metal.
Do not get in a hurry to heat cast iron, you will end up with burnt food or a damaged oven or pan.
Never put cold liquid into a very hot cast iron pan or oven. They will crack on the spot!