Non-Stick Cookware Care
Properly caring for your nonstick cookware can extend the lifetime of your nonstick cookware tremendously. Issues that can be caused by misuse of your nonstick cookware include the nonstick coating peeling off, chipping and residue buildup. This article will provide tips for cleaning, using and maintaining your nonstick cookware.
When cooking with nonstick cookware it is important to use the proper cooking utensils. Using non-recommended utensils can cause scratching and chipping of the nonstick coating. Most nonstick coatings require wood or nylon utensils. Some may allow for use of metal utensils but this is not common with this type of cookware. Make sure to check your owners manual before using metal cooking utensils.
Proper cleaning and maintenance of your nonstick cookware can prevent peeling and residue buildup. Remember to never wash your nonstick cookware in the dishwasher, the dishwasher detergent can cause the coating to peel. When cleaning, it is best to wash this type of cookware by hand, using warm water, regular dish soap and a scrubbing/cleaning pad that is rated as being safe for nonstick surfaces. A few good non-stick scrubbing/cleaning pads are Black & Decker Teflon Safe Scrub Pad, Quickie MFG Non-Stick Cleaning Brush and RSVP Nonstick Scrubber. After cleaning make sure to rinse well. You can let the cookware air dry or you can dry by hand with a soft towel.
When cooking do not use cooking spray, it can cause a residue to buildup on the nonstick surface. If you preheat the cookware on a medium heat and let food sit out for 10-15 minutes before cooking, it will increase the effectiveness of the nonstick coating. Try using extra virgin olive oil in place of cooking spray if you must use something while cooking. If you do notice a residue buildup on your cookware there are both home made and commercial cleaners that can help to remove the residue. A popular commercial cleaner for your nonstick cookware is Siege Non-Stick Cookware Cleaner. A simple way to make a home made cleaner is to take equal parts baking soda and water and mix them into a paste. Using a nonstick safe scrubbing/cleaning pad rub the paste on the cookware surface in a small circular motion. You can be assured that your efforts are working when you notice that the paste is discoloring. Often, the paste will turn to a brownish or yellowish color due to the residue that is being removed. When you are done scrubbing the cookware rinse it thoroughly with warm water and let it dry. Cleaning your nonstick cookware with this method every 4-5 uses is great preventative maintenance.
Remember with proper care and maintenance your nonstick cookware will last longer and provide better performance. Follow these basic tips and you will be on the right track to using your nonstick cookware for years to come.
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I like the tips you provide here for non-stick care, I think they are very useful. Have you tried out Vollrath cookware? I know they tend to be more of a professional chef line than a residential one, but I’d like to see what you think about them…
It’s definitely important to take care of your Non-Stick Cookware properly it really can prolong it’s life. Most of Vollrath’s cookware is geared more towards the food service industry than residential but we aren’t really drawing a line on what we review on our website. We want to touch on ALL THINGS COOKWARE so maybe Vollrath will be one of our first commercial cookware reviews.
Believe it or not, I find the best way to clean non-stick cookware is to simply wipe it out with a bunch of paper towels or a clean dishcloth when it is still hot.
The important thing to remember is that the pan must be (literally) seconds off the stove.
Cook food. Dump food on plates. Wipe cookware clean.
If you wait too long, this technique will not work. But if you wipe it right away, you will find that it is much easier and cleaner to simply do it this way than to wash it by hand with warm water.
You are spot on, however, when it comes to the dishwasher. Hand washing it in warm water is a million times better for the pan.
In most cases Non-Stick Cookware is definitely easy to just wipe clean. Especially when you don’t use cooking spray while using it.
Great Info. Now all I have to do is get my family to follow the rules of non stick maintence and maybe we can keep our pans in better shape for longer than a week!
I have a 12 piece set of Basic Essentials non-stick steel cookware. The “Before First Use Instructions” state to wash cookware in hot, soapy water. Then “Condition” interior by wiping lightly with cooking oil or shortening before first use. I did that, but now do I just leave that oil on the pans or should I wash them again before using them for the first time.
Normally with non-stick you can get away with just wiping it out with a soft paper towel and not doing a normal wash after every use. However you can do a normal wash if you would like.
Great advice, I never knew about the baking soda and water home remedy cleaner. I will have to try that as well. Also, if you guys are interested in shopping for nonstick cookware, visit http://www.discountpotsandpans.com/ they have really great deals on nonstick items.
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