Does anyone know how to clean the grunge off the INSIDE of this pan? I've tried everything &amp; nothing seems to work--it just gets stickier &amp; messier!
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I have had the Le Creuset Enameled pan for over a year and I use it all the time. I clean it by using Bar Keeps Friend and a Mr Clean eraser. That combination seems to really work for me. I use my pan at least one a week.
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Most important thing with CI cookware is keeping them 'seasoned'. An old one, I cleaned itwell, used a steel wool scratchier a few drops of dawn, totally dry, and covered the pot completely with a coat of Crisco. Turn Oven to 350 place rack on the lowest slot, put a heavy piece of foil there Lay the pot/skillet in the oven upside down and 'bake ' for 1 hour. Shut the oven off and leave in there until cool. Now if it really rusty and you cannot remove the rust, Lodge says to take it to a Machine shop and have it sandblasted. Quickly home, wash it with hot water, a scrub brush and 1 drop of Dan, rinse and coast with Crisco and proceed as above. Any questions contact Lodge www.lodgemfg.com or call CS at 423-837-7181. Most important is when done using ..clean it out with hot water dry and coat with Crisco when it is still warm. I stack in the cabinet, using parchment paper liners between each pan/pot. Never use metal tools. Wood plastic or silicone. Did this help??
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I've had this happen with other aluminum baking pans (my husband put in the dishwasher). Unfortunately, there's nothing you can do to bring back the original look. I don't think it affects the baking process or the taste of any foods baked in it, but it sure is unsightly to look at!
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Hi, Audrey. That's a good question. I use this pan all the time but nothing ever gets stuck to it and it cleans up really nice. There is no staining or anything. I have two of these pans and they are the best I have ever found.
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Rinse out the inside under a faucet, and then wipe it down with a wet cloth. Then wipe it dry with a dry towel. It's simple - I've been doing it for months. Fabulous pan!!!
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It's very easy to clean! We have the brushed stainless steel & love it, even fried on eggs come off with barkeepers friend & the pans look brand new! We picked up a nylon scrubbing pad, 3/99cents at walmart & the liquid barkeepers friend. Everytime you use your pan, let it cool completely before cleaning it, put a dab of cleaner with a smidge of water & scrub away. If your having a difficult time cleaning a particularly difficult mess, put some water in the pan and put in on the stove, bring to a simmer for a few minutes & than cool & clean. These pans are a 5 star product & are easier to cook & clean with than you think! You will have no stains if you dry them right away, do not air-dry. Enjoy! It's very easy to clean! We have the brushed stainless steel & love it, even fried on eggs come off with barkeepers friend & the pans look brand new! We picked up a nylon scrubbing pad, 3/99cents at walmart & the liquid barkeepers friend. Everytime you use your pan, let it cool completely before cleaning it, put a dab of cleaner with a smidge of water & scrub away. If your having a difficult time cleaning a particularly difficult mess, put some water in the pan and put in on the stove, bring to a simmer for a few minutes & than cool & clean. These pans are a 5 star product & are easier to... » Read More It's very easy to clean! We have the brushed stainless steel & love it, even fried on eggs come off with barkeepers friend & the pans look brand new! We picked up a nylon scrubbing pad, 3/99cents at walmart & the liquid barkeepers friend. Everytime you use your pan, let it cool completely before cleaning it, put a dab of cleaner with a smidge of water & scrub away. If your having a difficult time cleaning a particularly difficult mess, put some water in the pan and put in on the stove, bring to a simmer for a few minutes & than cool & clean. These pans are a 5 star product & are easier to cook & clean with than you think! You will have no stains if you dry them right away, do not air-dry. Enjoy! « Show Less
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I spray it with cooking oil before using. Anything still stuck I use a Brillo pad on. Overall not too hard to clean
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I have used Bar Keeper's Friend, Bon Ami, or any non abrasive cleaner. I've had my pans for 40 years and they still look brand new! Another tip: never, never put them in the dishwasher!
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Put the pan on the counter. Pour a glass of water in the pan so the bottom of the pan and the label are completely covered. Let soak for a few hours. It will slide right off. No goo or residue left at all. I left mine sitting for six hours, because I got busy and forgot about it. Perhaps an hour or two would be sufficient, not sure.
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First, you line the top and bottom with heavy tin foil. Make sure to leave a hole at the bottom for the grease dripping to fall to the pan below. After I cook, I have a water mist sprayer. I have a grill brush and scrub the grates. The mist turns to steam and helps get the stubborn stuff off. When the tin foil gets yucky, I replace it with fresh. Especially good if you travel with the grill and don't want grease in your car. Deb
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I would use a nylon spatula and sponge with a little soap and gently rub it out. Clean it after each use carefully as mentioned after turning it off for about ten mins.
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There seems to be some kinda of non stick coating inside that makes cleaning easier. Been using it for few years no problem.
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I believe the instruction booklet told you how to remove the factory wax coating and season the pan for use. They also gave you cleaning instructions. As you bought yours second hand, the factory wax coating has already been removed and it is most likely seasoned. I would scrub it out with salt on a damp paper towel to remove any cooking residue, wash it well and re-season with vegetable oil. Look to YouTube (De Buyer) for instructional videos on seasoning and cleaning this particular pan. Basically treat it like you would a cast iron pan. I wash mine out with soapy water when needed and re-season before putting it away. You don't need to baby these pans. Enjoy your pan! I believe the instruction booklet told you how to remove the factory wax coating and season the pan for use. They also gave you cleaning instructions. As you bought yours second hand, the factory wax coating has already been removed and it is most likely seasoned. I would scrub it out with salt on a damp paper towel to remove any cooking residue, wash it well and re-season with vegetable oil. Look to YouTube (De Buyer) for instructional videos on seasoning and cleaning this particular pan. Basically treat it like you would a cast iron pan. I wash mine out with soapy... » Read More I believe the instruction booklet told you how to remove the factory wax coating and season the pan for use. They also gave you cleaning instructions. As you bought yours second hand, the factory wax coating has already been removed and it is most likely seasoned. I would scrub it out with salt on a damp paper towel to remove any cooking residue, wash it well and re-season with vegetable oil. Look to YouTube (De Buyer) for instructional videos on seasoning and cleaning this particular pan. Basically treat it like you would a cast iron pan. I wash mine out with soapy water when needed and re-season before putting it away. You don't need to baby these pans. Enjoy your pan! « Show Less
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The BEST way is to wipe it out w/paper towels upon rinsing. Avoid "scratchy" cleaners always, but you can remove past buildup w/those "safe for Teflon" dishwashing sponges. Hope this helps!
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I got this Pan from my Parents in Law, they told me, they have the hole set since years and OHHHH so good .... BUT THE FACT: I tryed everything they've said in the user guide- and still, it sticks!I don't have the problem that it is discoloring but no matter what i try to cook it's sticking. ok there is one thing Pankaces don't but I bought the Pan for meat's not sweet's!!!!The Pan is easyly to clean, some hot water right after you cooked leave it for an hour and there you go!
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I haven't had a problem with that yet but I have heard the best product for cleaning these pans is a cleaner called Barkeep's Friend. I found it at Lowe's of all places.
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get some barkeepers friend. It will remove it right away. I use it on my all clad pans, and it doesn't disappoint