User Manual

USE & CARE
enameled cast iron
what is porcelain
enamel on cast iron?
It is actually glass that becomes
bonded to the cast iron at high
temperatures. A particulate of
glass, called frit, is applied to the
cast iron vessel and then baked at
temperatures between  and
° F. The glass frit melts and
fuses to the cast iron, forming a
bond. Porcelain enamel on cast
iron is heat tolerant and impervious
to water and other consumables.
quick care
Although dishwasher safe, hand
washing with warm soapy water
is recommended to preserve the
cookware’s original appearance.
made in china
lodge manufacturing co.
po box 380
south pittsburg,
tennessee 37380
423-837-7181
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2015
ENAMEL BASICS
If cookware includes rubber bumpers, set aside and keep for storage.
The porcelain (glass) finish is hard, but can be chipped if banged or dropped. Interior protection must be
used to prevent chipping if cookware is stacked.
There is no exposed cast iron on your enamel cookware. The black cooking surfaces, pot rims and lid
rims are matte porcelain. Oil rim after use.
Smooth glass surface won’t react to ingredients
Use vegetable oil or cooking spray for better cooking and easier cleaning
LET’S COOK
All new cookware should be rinsed and dried thoroughly before your first use.
Always lift cookware on smooth-top stoves. Sliding anything can scratch the surface.
Be sure to protect your hands, our handles get hot too. Protect counter tops/tables by placing hot
cookware on trivets or heavy cloths.
Cast iron performs best when heated and cooled gradually.
Cast iron has superior heat retention and rarely requires a “high” heat setting.
Do not heat an empty enameled Dutch oven or covered casserole.
Use wooden, silicon or nylon utensils. Metal can scratch the porcelain.
Your new cookware is right at home on or in any indoor heat source, except the microwave.
CARING FOR YOUR LODGE COLOR COOKWARE
Allow cookware to cool before washing.
Although dishwasher safe, hand washing with warm soapy water is recommended to preserve the
cookware’s original appearance.
If necessary, use nylon pads or scrapers to remove food residue; metal pads or utensils will scratch or
chip porcelain.
Remove slight stains by rubbing with dampened cloth and baking soda.
For persistent stains, soak interior of the cookware for 2 to 3 hours with a mixture of 3 tablespoons of
household bleach per quart of water.
To remove stubborn baked on food, bring to a boil 2 cups of water and 4 tablespoons of baking soda.
Boil for a few minutes then use nylon or wood scraper to loosen food.
Dry cookware thoroughly before storing.
Loose knobs? Tighten the screw. Be gentle, it’s glass!
STILL WANT TO KNOW MORE?
If you have questions or concerns we haven’t covered, please visit our website www.lodgemfg.com or call
423-837-7181 to speak to a real live person. Our website also has recipes, videos, more Lodge products,
and information about our company history and culture.