Originally Posted by
NJ Quilter
I'm with the camp that says to heat water in the pan and then re-scrub w/salt. I bring the water to a roiling boil. I do that with my cast iron loaf pan all the time. Do need to re-coat w/oil after it's cooled though.
I should also add that you shouldn't use vegetable oils. They form a sticky film when they get hot. Olive oil or any meat fat is OK -- found out thru experience - the hard way.