Care Instructions for an Enamaled Dutch Oven

Place the enameled Dutch oven on a burner that is the same approximate size as its bottom when using it on the stovetop. This allows for more even cooking and prevents warping.

Rub cooking oil on the interior of the Dutch oven before each use to keep the food from sticking and to make clean up easier.

Set the heat on low or medium when using the enameled Dutch oven on the stovetop. Avoid setting oven temperatures above 400 degrees Fahrenheit when using the cookware in the oven.

Select plastic or wooden cooking utensils to avoid scratching the enamel interior of the Dutch oven.

Wait until the Dutch oven cools completely before washing.

Wash with liquid dish detergent and a sponge or dish cloth. Use a plastic scrubber to remove pieces of food that cling to the cookware's interior.

Dry immediately after washing with a soft kitchen towel.

Eliminate difficult to remove food particles by pouring 1 cup of water and 2 tablespoons baking soda into the Dutch oven. Set on the stovetop over medium heat and bring the solution to a boil. Pour the solution out and wash as usual after the enameled Dutch oven cools.

Remove stains from the cookware's interior by pouring 1 pint of water and 1 teaspoon of household bleach inside. Allow it soak for three hours then wash normally.

Apply a dab of cooking oil to chipped parts of the enamel before storing to reduce the risk of rust.