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preseasoned pan - now blackened and chipping
While I've found similar posts, I have not found a perfect answer and thought I'd share my cleaning routine in case that is creating a problem. I purchased a pre-seasoned Lodge skillet about a year ago. I also have my Grandmothers old Wagner that…
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Remove soap water mixed with granulated sugar
Due to the lockdown amidst COVID-19, I bought granulated sugar online and got it delivered.
To take extra precaution, I washed the sealed packet with soap water.
Later I found out that the packet had some small holes and the sugar inside is now…

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How to clean a cast iron skillet that was used for an ash tray for about 30 years?
I have an older skillet that Was used for an ash tray for about 30-40 years and I can't get it to stop turning cleaning water light rusty color. Any ideas?

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I have used Mr Clean Magic Eraser to clean my porcelain bowl, what to do next?
According to https://gimmethegoodstuff.org/mr-clean-magic-eraser-is-it-toxic/
You shouldn’t use it on dishes or something you eat off of as bits of the polymer are left behind. You should avoid formulas with added fragrance or bleach. All that…

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From a food safety perspective, what's the difference between a dish I ate in and rinsed off afterward vs. a dish with food that I didn't eat in?
I have asked the following question before: Is it safe to only rinse visible residue from container if I then refrigerate the container?
I've gotten some great answers to it which help me further understand the variables at play here, but I…

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