How To Season A Cast Iron Pan, New Or Old - Chowhound

First, you may want to know what "seasoning" is. Seasoning refers to a baked-on oil coating. When the oil is baked onto the pan, it turns dark and carbonizes. This protects the pan and creates the non-stick coating cast iron is known for. Advertisement Some cast iron pans come seasoned, while others do not. You will be able to tell if your pan needs to be seasoned by checking for rust and by looking at the color.…