How to Clean a Cast Iron Skillet
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Awell-seasoned cast ironneeds a little maintenance for optimal non-stick cooking. If the sides of your skillet have gotten a little crusty after a long camping trip or you just picked up a second-hand steal, this method will get rid of the grime and leave you with the goods to achieveperfectly browned meat. And don’t forget toseason your skilletafter cleaning.
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