Whether you stick with stainless steel, can’t get enough of enameled pans, swear by cast iron, or are devoted to copper cookware, one thing is certain: sometimes soap and water just don’t get the job done. Maybe it’s burnt-on stains, maybe a layer of food that just won’t budge, or perhaps it’s tarnished from years of putting meals on your table — getting your cookware clean, and keeping it that way, is tough work.
For those times when you need something stronger than hot water, dish soap, and a sponge, these five tips are all you need to get your favorite cookware looking like new.
