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I brought out my old cast iron pan and scrubbed it with salt and seasoned it yesterday. I have used it in the past for a few things but not much. I want to start using it on a regular basis. Question: If I am only using water to "wash" it after cooking, won't some of the flavors transfer to my next item? For example, if I saute onions and then want to make pancakes next. Thank you!

Diane
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First, ensure that you season your pan correctly. Once your cast iron pan is seasoned; that is, a layers of oil have polymerized on the surface, cleaning it with soap and water is not a problem. While working to build up a good seasoning, you can clean by using salt as an abrasive and wiping out well. Both of these methods will eliminate the possibility of flavor contamination.

moscafj
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  • I was just trying to follow the advice of NOT using soap/detergent. :) – Diane Feb 18 '18 at 16:59
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    @Diane, maybe not the best advice. There is no reason to avoid soap and water on a well-seasoned cast iron pan. Mine is soaking in the sink right now, in preparation for a cleaning from last night's roast chicken. – moscafj Feb 18 '18 at 17:29
  • Thanks for your comments! I would prefer to use soap and water and I have in the past. My pan actually looks great and seems fine so I am not going to worry about it! – Diane Feb 18 '18 at 18:03