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### **The Ultimate Guide to Reseasoning and Restoring Your Cast Iron Skillet**
There’s nothing quite like cooking with a cast iron skillet — from perfect sears to rustic cornbread, it’s the workhorse of any well-loved kitchen. But even the mightiest pans can fall into disrepair. Whether it’s rusty, sticky, or just lost its slick nonstick surface, don’t worry — **your skillet isn’t ruined, it just needs a little TLC**.
This guide walks you through everything you need to know to bring your cast iron back to life — and keep it performing like a pro.
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#### **🔧 When to Reseason Your Cast Iron**
– It looks dull or gray instead of rich black
– Food sticks more than usual
– You spot rust patches
– The surface feels rough or flaky
– It’s been sitting unused for a long time
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### **Step-by-Step: How to Reseason and Restore Cast Iron**
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#### **🧼 Step 1: Strip It Down (Clean + Remove Rust)**
If your skillet has rust or old, flaky seasoning:
**You’ll need:**
– Steel wool or a scrub brush
– Warm water
– Dish soap (yes, it’s okay this once!)
**Instructions:**
1. Scrub the pan thoroughly with soap and steel wool to remove rust and residue.
2. Rinse well and dry **immediately and completely** to prevent new rust from forming.
3. You can place it in a warm oven for a few minutes to ensure all moisture is gone.
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#### **🛢️ Step 2: Oil It Up**
Use a neutral oil with a high smoke point — flaxseed, canola, grapeseed, or vegetable oil work great.
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