{"id":13950,"date":"2022-06-11T05:04:00","date_gmt":"2022-06-11T05:04:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ceramiccookwarehub.com\/?p=13950"},"modified":"2022-09-16T00:58:28","modified_gmt":"2022-09-16T00:58:28","slug":"how-to-clean-cast-iron-skillet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ceramiccookwarehub.com\/how-to-clean-cast-iron-skillet\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Clean A Cast Iron Skillet [Sticky Bacon or Rust]"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>Why does bacon stick to your cast iron skillet? What&#8217;s the brown residue on the cast iron after cooking bacon? Could the brown residue be rust? Here&#8217;s what to know on cooking bacon in cast iron skillets and what to know and do to about that brown residue.<\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"735\" height=\"1102\" src=\"https:\/\/ceramiccookwarehub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cooking-bacon-in-cast-iron-skillet.jpg\" alt=\"tips on bacon that sticks when cooking in cast iron skillet\" class=\"wp-image-37400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ceramiccookwarehub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cooking-bacon-in-cast-iron-skillet.jpg 735w, https:\/\/ceramiccookwarehub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cooking-bacon-in-cast-iron-skillet-381x571.jpg 381w, https:\/\/ceramiccookwarehub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cooking-bacon-in-cast-iron-skillet-123x185.jpg 123w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" \/><figcaption>Pin me for later!<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s start with the basics of cleaning a cast iron skillet after using it in the kitchen. There are a few ways of doing this and some folk swear by a certain method they use. I include answers below to help you solve your issue and find what works for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"clean-cast-iron\">Ways to clean a cast iron skillet after cooking <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Here&#8217;s how I clean my cast iron pan after cooking&#8230; in 4 steps: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>1) Allow it to cool<\/strong> (never put cold water in hot pan for risk of thermal shock)<\/li><li><strong>2) Cover the crusty bits stuck to the pan with water and let sit for 15 mins or thereabouts <\/strong><\/li><li><strong>3) Scrub with warm water, mild detergent, and a stiff nylon brush and scraper <\/strong><\/li><li><strong>4) Dry well<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>An optional method:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>1)  Let cool<\/li><li>2) Add teaspoon of salt and teaspoon of oil and scrub with a paper towel<\/li><li>3) Wipe away and then rinse in hot water<\/li><li>4) Dry well<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Options for the excess fat left in the pan:<\/strong> Before the pan cools, drain the excess fat or oil into a container for later use in a recipe or let the pan cool with the fat hardening and then remove it using a paper towel. By not pouring it down the sink you won&#8217;t contribute to &#8216;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.newscientist.com\/article\/mg24132141-300-fatbergs-everything-you-wanted-to-know-but-were-too-disgusted-to-ask\/\">fatbergs<\/a>&#8216;, which block sewers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Alternatives:<\/strong> If you don&#8217;t have salt on hand, use sugar, or try coffee grounds mixed with oil. If you don&#8217;t have oil to spare try a little water to make a paste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To know about bacon in cast iron skillet cooking and how to remedy the sticking etc., read on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why does bacon stick on cast iron skillet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bacon is one of those <a href=\"https:\/\/ceramiccookwarehub.com\/things-to-cook-in-a-cast-iron-skillet\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"14004\">best foods done in a cast iron skillet<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Three possible reasons it sticks&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li>Preheated skillet is too hot<\/li><li>Bacon flipped too soon <\/li><li>Skillet needs seasoning<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What&#8217;s The Brown Residue After Cooking Bacon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Three possible sources&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li>Bacon sticking to the pan leaves bits that brown or char<\/li><li>Sugar content of bacon caramelizes, which is the brown residue<\/li><li>Salts, juices, and fat from the bacon burn, leaving a brown residue <\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Read on for more on what to expect on cooking bacon in a cast iron skillet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Bacon tastes great, and bacon done in <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/ceramiccookwarehub.com\/best-cast-iron-skillet\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5338\" target=\"_blank\">a cast iron skillet<\/a> is tasty. But sometimes it doesn&#8217;t work out as perfect as you&#8217;d like it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-3\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>\n    <a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Fully Cooked Bacon, Ready to Eat, 80 Slices Per Pack \/ Case, 10 Year Shelf Life, Superior to Canned, Real Thick Cut, 2+ Pounds, No Refrigeration Needed, Grocery, Long Term Storage, Camp, Hunt, Lunch\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07DGQJGCZ\/?tag=ceramiccook02-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51s1rkAEdGL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Fully Cooked Bacon, Ready to Eat, 80 Slices Per Pack \/ Case, 10 Year Shelf Life, Superior to Canned, Real Thick Cut, 2+ Pounds, No Refrigeration Needed, Grocery, Long Term Storage, Camp, Hunt, Lunch\" title=\"Fully Cooked Bacon, Ready to Eat, 80 Slices Per Pack \/ Case, 10 Year Shelf Life, Superior to Canned, Real Thick Cut, 2+ Pounds, No Refrigeration Needed, Grocery, Long Term Storage, Camp, Hunt, Lunch\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\"><\/a>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8230;or it&#8217;s an effort to clean up the skillet after because it stuck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Why does bacon stick to the cast iron pan? <strong>If the bacon has sugar added to it for flavor or as part of the curing process, the bacon will stick to the cast iron pan when cooking and leave a brown residue.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other reasons for bacon sticking to a cast iron pan include whether or not you&#8217;ve preheated the pan, you&#8217;ve tried to turn it too soon, or the pan may need re-seasoning or priming with a dob of oil or fat on the surface. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to cook bacon in cast iron skillet without it sticking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Try putting the strips of bacon onto <strong>a cold cast iron skillet<\/strong> and then heating the pan (a tip I found on <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thespruceeats.com\/how-to-fry-bacon-482387\" target=\"_blank\">Spruceeats<\/a>).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Wait until the bacon is ready to lift off the pan before flipping. Use a set of tongs to lift the edges to see if it is ready and <strong>turn the bacon over when it easily releases<\/strong> from the skillet.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Priming the pan (by <strong>adding a little oil<\/strong>, fat, or ghee) will help keep the pan seasoned.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-6\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>\n    <a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Ghee Co, Product- Ghee, 8 oz , Glass Jar, Made with Grade AA butter, pure ghee, clarified butter, ghee butter\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07KGJHFVZ\/?tag=ceramiccook02-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41B7Vyoa1UL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"The Ghee Co, Product- Ghee, 8 oz , Glass Jar, Made with Grade AA butter, pure ghee, clarified butter, ghee butter\" title=\"The Ghee Co, Product- Ghee, 8 oz , Glass Jar, Made with Grade AA butter, pure ghee, clarified butter, ghee butter\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\"><\/a>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Brown residue on cast iron skillet from cooking bacon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Should I scrape off the brown layer after cooking bacon? <strong>If you&#8217;re not fussed about it, you can just keep using the pan until the brown layer cooks away. But if you&#8217;re worried about the look, attracting pests, or rust, it&#8217;s best to scrape off the brown layer and clean and season the skillet properly before storing. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A seasoned pan is much easier to clean and will resist rusting. In humid areas, the growth of mould can can be another worry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cooking bacon can leave a brown or burnt residue on the cast iron pan, especially if it contains sugar. Often sugar is used to cure bacon. <strong>Sugar caramelizes<\/strong> when heated and can be what leaves that brown residue after cooking bacon. Burnt juices and fat from the bacon can also create the brown residue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bacon also contains salt and it may help to clean the skillet well after cooking to remove any salt residue as this may promote <strong>another brown residue<\/strong>&#8230;rust or <a href=\"https:\/\/byjus.com\/chemistry\/rusting-iron-prevention\/\">iron oxidising<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"alsoread\">See also: <a href=\"https:\/\/ceramiccookwarehub.com\/black-residue-on-cast-iron-pan\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"33209\">My article on the black residue from cast iron pans&#8230;is it harmful<\/a>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">On cleaning cast iron after cooking bacon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To clean the cast iron skillet after cooking bacon, first remove the baked-on or crusty residue &#8212; soak it in a little dishwater for 10&#8211;15 mins to soften the dried on crust and then give it a good scrub with a stiff nylon brush with scraper. You&#8217;ll find<a href=\"#clean-cast-iron\"> these steps above<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-9\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">     <a data-amazonimages=\"\" title=\"Full Circle Tenacious C Cast Iron Brush and Scraper, Bamboo Handle, One Size, Grey\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B074PL4YJ7\/?tag=ceramiccook02-20\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Full Circle Tenacious C Cast Iron Brush and Scraper, Bamboo Handle, One Size, Grey\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51v3VTWAGUL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Full Circle Tenacious C Cast Iron Brush and Scraper, Bamboo Handle, One Size, Grey\"><br>Stiff brush with scraper and bamboo handle for cleaning cast iron skillet<\/a> <br>available at Amazon <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This will work best if your skillet or <a href=\"https:\/\/ceramiccookwarehub.com\/best-cast-iron-griddle\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"11613\">griddle is kept seasoned<\/a>. Always make sure your pan is dry before storing it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#cef3ef\">Also, never run a hot pan under cold water! This applies to cast iron, <a aria-label=\"stainless steel (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/ceramiccookwarehub.com\/is-made-in-cookware-safe-my-report\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">stainless steel<\/a>, <a aria-label=\"ceramic (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/ceramiccookwarehub.com\/xtrema-cookware-reviews-skillets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">ceramic<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/ceramiccookwarehub.com\/best-ceramic-frying-pan-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"non-stick pans (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">non-stick pans<\/a> alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"rusty\">How to deep clean cast iron<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s how to deep clean a cast iron skillet &#8211; using a salt method.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There&#8217;s no need to <a href=\"https:\/\/ceramiccookwarehub.com\/recycling-old-pots-pans\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"13259\">discard or recycle that cookware<\/a>. <a href=\"https:\/\/ceramiccookwarehub.com\/are-your-rusty-pots-still-safe-to-use-what-you-must-know\/\">Rusty cast iron pans are still safe<\/a> to use, as I explained elsewhere, with a proper cleaning and sealing of the cast iron surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"rusty\">Using <strong>salt to clean a cast<\/strong> iron skillet with rust or char<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>How to clean a cast iron pan with rust on it? Or even with charred remains?<a href=\"https:\/\/ceramiccookwarehub.com\/are-your-rusty-pots-still-safe-to-use-what-you-must-know\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"24181\"> <\/a><strong>This salt method will deep clean your cast iron skillet: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Take a warm pan and then use a spoonful of coarse salt with same of coconut oil and scrub. <\/strong><\/li><li>Use a paper towel to wipe it out, and rinse with very warm water<\/li><li>Dry in the oven or over a burner for a few minutes.  <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Extra tip: Use <strong>a cut potato <\/strong>with the cut-side down on top of salt to help the salt around to scour the residue away. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don&#8217;t have salt, try sugar or coffee grounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to deep clean cast iron skillet with <strong>baking soda<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can <strong>use baking soda<\/strong> instead of salt for a deep clean. Moisten the pan and then sprinkle baking soda to cover the surface of the skillet. Leave it sit overnight. Then in the morning give it a decent scrub with a good brush and scraper. Rinse. Dry. And then follow this with seasoning, so that it&#8217;s protected from rusting and ready for next use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-11\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">     <a data-amazonimages=\"\" title=\"ARM &amp; HAMMER Pure Baking Soda 8 oz (Pack of 6)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00860VYYC\/?tag=ceramiccook02-20\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"ARM &amp; HAMMER Pure Baking Soda 8 oz (Pack of 6)\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/510IHH8Rn4L._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"ARM &amp; HAMMER Pure Baking Soda 8 oz (Pack of 6)\"><br>For scratchless cleaning<strong> <\/strong><\/a> <br>available at Amazon <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The important part of <strong>deep cleaning a cast iron skillet<\/strong> is to make sure you properly dry it and then apply a coating of oil to re-season it. See <a href=\"#recommended\">a recommended product<\/a> below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bottom line <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>On <strong>why does bacon stick<\/strong> to cast iron pan, the reasons include the pan needing to be seasoned or the bacon is flipped too soon. The brown residue after cooking bacon can be from the sugar content that caramelizes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Try to avoid harsh detergents or scourers when cleaning a cast iron skillet. A stiff nylon brush is useful. Always dry well before storing. And, I recommend giving it a spray to help keep it seasoned and prevent rust from forming. <a href=\"#recommended\">Scroll to the recommended product<\/a> that&#8217;s makes this easy below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq uagb-faq__outer-wrap uagb-block-243ae49c uagb-faq-icon-row uagb-faq-layout-accordion uagb-faq-expand-first-false uagb-faq-inactive-other-false uagb-faq-equal-height\" data-faqtoggle=\"false\" role=\"tablist\"><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/ceramiccookwarehub.com\/how-to-clean-cast-iron-skillet\/\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How to clean a cast iron skillet after use\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"To clean a cast iron skillet after cooking -- remove food residue with a scraper after a short soaking. Then, wash it in warm water with mild detergent and a stiff nylon brush. 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It's best to &lt;strong>hand wash&lt;\/strong> with warm soapy water and a stiff nylon brush. Best to use a bamboo or plastic scraper to remove residue to avoid leaving marks. See my full article on &lt;a href=\\\"https:\/\/ceramiccookwarehub.com\/how-to-clean-enameled-cast-iron\/\\\" data-type=\\\"post\\\" data-id=\\\"30302\\\">How to Clean Enameled Cast Iron&lt;\/a>.\"}}]}<\/script><div class=\"uagb-faq__wrap uagb-buttons-layout-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-block-deb4fbd1\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-child__wrapper\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-item\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\"><span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\"><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\"><\/span><h3 class=\"uagb-question\">How to clean a cast iron skillet after use<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><span><p>To clean a cast iron skillet after cooking &#8212; remove food residue with a scraper after a short soaking. Then, wash it in warm water with mild detergent and a stiff nylon brush. Make sure to dry the pan well before storing it. This and a <strong>light spraying a seasoning oil before storing will stop the rust<\/strong> and keep the skillet in top condition. For deep cleaning of stubborn food stains, see the two methods I cite in this article.<\/p><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-block-80df8dc2\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-child__wrapper\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-item\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\"><span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\"><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\"><\/span><h3 class=\"uagb-question\">What is the brown residue on cast iron skillet?<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><span><p>Brown residue on a cast iron skillet can be either of two things: food residue left after last use or rust. Read on for how to properly clean a cast iron skillet.<\/p><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-block-19398285\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-child__wrapper\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-item\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\"><span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\"><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\"><\/span><h3 class=\"uagb-question\">How to clean enameled cast iron<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><span><p>Cleaning an enameled cast iron skillet is similar to what you do with ordinary cast iron. Allow <strong>the cookware to cool first<\/strong><em>.<\/em> Add some water and let <strong>soak for 15 mins<\/strong> or so. It&#8217;s best to <strong>hand wash<\/strong> with warm soapy water and a stiff nylon brush. Best to use a bamboo or plastic scraper to remove residue to avoid leaving marks. See my full article on <a href=\"https:\/\/ceramiccookwarehub.com\/how-to-clean-enameled-cast-iron\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"30302\">How to Clean Enameled Cast Iron<\/a>.<\/p><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-14\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"recommended\">Recommended product<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To keep cast iron cookware in top condition, seasoning is important. This product by US company, Lodge, will make that a breeze&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>     <a title=\"Lodge Canola Oil 8 Ounce Seasoning Spray\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00J9QVVG8\/?tag=ceramiccook02-20\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Lodge Canola Oil 8 Ounce Seasoning Spray, Set of 2\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41nnuuWaHGL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Lodge Canola Oil 8 Ounce Seasoning Spray\"><br>Available at Amazon<\/a> <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Info sources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a aria-label=\"Bacon &amp; Food Safety (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fsis.usda.gov\/wps\/portal\/fsis\/topics\/food-safety-education\/get-answers\/food-safety-fact-sheets\/meat-preparation\/bacon-and-food-safety\/ct_index\" target=\"_blank\">Bacon &amp; Food Safety<\/a> |<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why does bacon stick to your cast iron skillet? What&#8217;s the brown residue on the cast iron after cooking bacon? Could the brown residue be rust? 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