A sturdy skillet, saucepan, stockpot, and Dutch oven should last a long time, but knowing how to clean cookware properly can make them last longer. Sure, several other factors determine how long your ...

One of my first grown-up home essential purchases was a stainless steel pan. I had been a non-stick savant in the kitchen for as long as I can remember but after much convincing (read: berating) from ...

Learn how to effectively clean stainless steel pans and remove stains, grease, and burnt-on food. You should be cleaning after every single use. Many pans have specific needs based on material and ...

Whether you’re a professional-grade, at-home chef or a new grad filling out the basics of a first apartment, knowing how to clean stainless-steel pans is a must in your arsenal of skills. This kind of ...

Despite their buttery soft cooking surfaces, nonstick pans can still be a chore to clean— especially if your cookware is heavy, large, or just covered in food. It can be tempting to pop your pieces ...

Letting cooked-on food soak for a bit is always a good idea; time often loosens food debris and makes for easy washing up.

It’s one of the hazards of cooking: food gets stuck onto pans or hardens on dishes, turning cleanup into even more of a chore. Even after multiple rounds of scrubbing and soaking, some sauces, cheeses ...