How to Prepare Your Cast Iron Cookware (And Why It Matters)

Before you cook with a new cast iron skillet, wash it thoroughly with Dawn dish soap and hot water to remove factory oils, fingerprints, dust and dirt and all residue. Next, dry it completely right away — heat it on the stove or in the oven if needed — before you season or cook anything in it. Skipping this step can lead to sticky seasoning and poor results later. Simple cookware. Simple steps. Better cast iron.