50 DIY Home Repair Tips That Will Simplify Your Life

Use a potato and salt to clean cast iron pans.

It is well-known that cast iron pans should not be washed with soap, as the chemicals in soap can diminish their non-stick properties. However, this doesn’t mean you should leave your pan dirty after each use. Instead, sprinkle some salt on the pan’s surface. Then, cut a potato in half and use the cut side to scrub the surface. This method will help remove old food residues. After cleaning, apply some oil and heat the cast iron in an oven. Afterwards, you can store the pan until its next use.