How to Care for Your Cooking Utensils

You've invested in great cookware and utensils. Now the question is: how do you make them last? At CookKart, we believe great tools deserve great care. Here's a material-by-material breakdown.

Non-Stick Pans — Handle with Love

Non-stick coating is the most sensitive surface in your kitchen.

Do:

• Use wooden or silicone utensils only
• Hand wash with warm soapy water and a soft sponge
• Store with a cloth layer between pans to prevent scratching

Don't:

• Put them in the dishwasher
• Use metal tools that scratch the coating
• Heat an empty non-stick pan on high flame

Cast Iron Skillets — Season, Don't Scrub

Cast iron is nearly indestructible — if you treat it right.

After each use:

1. Rinse with warm water while still warm
2. Use a stiff brush — no soap!
3. Dry immediately on low flame
4. Rub a thin layer of vegetable oil all over while warm

Wooden Utensils — Keep Them Dry

Wood is naturally antibacterial, but it absorbs moisture.

• Never soak wooden spoons in water
• Wash quickly by hand and dry immediately
• Rub with mineral oil once a month to prevent cracking