Cast iron cookware is a great way to cook bacon. It’s durable and easy to clean. Here are some tips on how to clean cast iron cookware after cooking bacon.

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Place the bacon in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for about 10 minutes, or until crisp. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before cleaning.
  3. Pour out any excess fat and grease from the pan using a paper towel or kitchen brush. Add water to cover the pan, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 5 minutes, until all of the liquid has been absorbed and the pan is clear.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before cleaning again with a paper towel or kitchen brush. Add water to cover the pan again, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 5 minutes, until all of the liquid has been absorbed and the pan is clear again (if necessary add more water).
  5. Pour off any excess liquid using a paper towel or kitchen brush (if necessary). Rinse with cold water several times until all of the oil has been removed (this may take several hours). Finally dry with a cloth or paper towel (or use an oven-safe dishwasher detergent if available).