How to Remove Burnt Food From Stainless Steel

Boiling Soapy Water

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  Pour water into the stainless steel cookware to fill it halfway. Add 1 tbsp. of a mild liquid dish washing detergent.

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  Place the cookware onto the stove top over high heat. Boil the soapy water solution for 30 minutes.

• 3

  Remove the cookware from the stove top to let it cool.

• 4

  Pour the soapy solution into the sink carefully. Scrub on the stainless steel with a washcloth to remove the stain.

• 5

  Rinse the cookware with cool running water. Dry the steel surface with a soft towel.

White Vinegar Soak

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  Pour 2 cups of white vinegar into the stainless steel cookware or into the sink for stains on the exterior.

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  Soak the cookware in the vinegar for 30 minutes.

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  Wash the vinegar off the stainless steel cookware with hot and soapy water.

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  Rinse the cookware with running water. Dry the stainless steel with a soft towel to prevent water spots from forming.

Boiling Vinegar Solution

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  Place the cookware on the stove top.

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  Cover the burned stain with 1 part white vinegar and 4 parts water.

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  Turn the stove top burner to high heat to bring the solution to a boil. Reduce the heat so that it boils slowly.

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  Boil the solution for five to 15 minutes.

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  Scrape the burned stain with a wooden spoon to loosen it.

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  Pour the hot solution into the sink. Scrub the stainless steel with a washcloth.

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  Rinse the stainless steel cookware with running water. Dry the surface with a towel.

Baking Soda Cleaner

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  Dampen the burned stain with water.

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  Sprinkle baking soda over the dampened surface.

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  Scrub the stainless steel with a washcloth. Continue to apply baking soda until you loosen the stain.

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  Rinse the stainless steel with clean water. Dry the cookware with a soft towel.