It is very simple! Cast iron traps and retains the natural moisture of foods. Roasts come out juicier and baked breads are moist in the inside and crusty on the outside.
Baking in a cast iron Dutch oven simulates industrial ovens found in professional bakeries, which uses auto steam injection systems.
Foods can also be kept hot for longer periods of time because the cast iron will retain heat 10 times longer than regular stainless steel pots.
You have not truly experienced old fashioned cooking like in olden times until you cook with cast iron.
And now with Porcelain enamel cast iron, with its ease of cleanup and healthy properties, fuses old world characteristics with modern technology.
Instructions
1. Clean the pans/pots immediately after use, while it is still hot or warm. Avoid soaking the pan or leaving it in the sink, or it may rust.
2. Wash the pans/pots by hand using hot water and a sponge or stiff brush. Avoid using the dishwasher, soap, or steel wool, as these may strip the pan's seasoning.
3. To remove stuck-on food, scrub the pans/pots with a paste of coarse kosher salt and water. Stubborn food residue may also be loosened by boiling water in the pan.
4. Thoroughly towel dry the pans/pots or dry it on the stove over low heat.
5. Using a cloth or paper towel, apply a light coat of vegetable oil or melted shortening to the inside of the pans/pots. Some people also like to oil the outside of the pans/pots. Buff to remove any excess.
6. Store the pot or pan in a dry place.