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		kevinmchugh on Jan 12, 2021 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Chemistry of Cast-Iron Seasoning (2010) Deglaze. Heat it back up and add water. This should become less of a problem the better your seasoning is.

linsjack on Jan 12, 2021 | [–]

Agree, I always simmer off the gunk before 'exfoliating' with salt and oil.

jfengel on Jan 12, 2021 | [–]

Thanks!

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