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YOUR LEGEND CAST IRON SKILLET
Before you use, scrub with warm soapy water and dry thoroughly.
Rub entire pan with cooking oil. Buff thoroughly until skillet no longer looks greasy.
Heat oiled pan to 450° for 30 minutes. The oil will polymerize and form the 1st of plastic-like coatings you’ll be laying down.
Remove pan from the oven, allow to cool, and repeat Step 3. Repeating the oil/buff/heat process 3-5 times will enhance the seasoning process.
Soybean oil is best, but you can use any of the following fats: grapeseed oil, peanut oil, canola oil, vegetable oil, flaxseed oil.
Buffing helps your skillet absorb the seasoning so it does not become greasy. To buff, simply rub your oil of choice in circular motion until it is absorbed into the cast iron.
No, we do not allow any PFOA or other nonstick chemicals into our products.
Legend cast iron arrives with a base layer of seasoning, which is strengthened over time as you cook and care for it. Well-seasoned Legend cast iron has a fully nonstick surface.
Moisture residue from washing can form rust. While generally not dangerous, rust can gradually damage your cookware Be sure to thoroughly dry after each use.
Yes, yes, yes, yes, and yes! Legend cast iron is designed for all types and sources of heat.
Yes. However, due to their durable nature, Legend cast iron is heavy. Always lift when moving around to avoid any scratches or damage to your stove glass top.
