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The Ideal Way To Clean Stained Enamel Cookware
By C.A. Pinkham
Enamel cookware is a kitchen product you'll keep coming back to, and there are several things you should know about how to clean it to avoid having a heavily stained dish.
Start by soaking your cookware in hot, soapy water. After you're confident you've loosened things up, hit it with a scrubbing sponge or scouring pad.
For tougher stains, fill the pot halfway with water and add baking soda. Heat the water, let it simmer for around 6-10 minutes, and wash out the pot.
If the baking soda trick doesn't work, fill your cookware with one part bleach and three parts water, and let it stand for a night or two to remove heavy discoloration.
You can also use Bar Keeper's Friend — a white, powdery mixture of oxalic acid, abrasives, and detergents. While it's safe for enamel, it is much more caustic than other options.