do you have to season it before first use or thereafter?
1764334
No need to season prior to use or even after first use. It's a great stone for pizzas and bread!
1764335
No, just use it as it comes. The finish is very durable and stays non-stick. We have used ours for several years and still love it. Just be sure that the size will fit your oven. The rectangular one is a bit large, but we manage with it.
1764336
No. There's nothing to season. It's enamel-coated ceramic. It's safe to give it a thin oil coat, but largely unnecessary. Clean with baking soda and a firm brush.
1764337
No you don't. I just keep mine in the oven and out of the way. It's large and quite heavy.
1818808
The instructions say: Apply a thin layer of oil to season the surface. For subsequent uses, apply a thin layer of oil before using.
159408
Yes - you can re-season this pan in the oven although it's not usually necessary. Cleaning the pan after each use wit hot water and a little table salt and a brush - then drying the pan before heating on the stove top. When the pan is hot to the touch but not so hot that the oil will smoke, add just enough oil to the pan so that it can be distributed evenly with a paper towel. I turn the heat to simmer and leave for a couple of minutes. That's about it - the pan is ready to go for its next use. Oven seasoning is usually reserved for pans that are brand new or neglected. Lodge factory seasons the pan your are asking about. Yes - you can re-season this pan in the oven although it's not usually necessary. Cleaning the pan after each use wit hot water and a little table salt and a brush - then drying the pan before heating on the stove top. When the pan is hot to the touch but not so hot that the oil will smoke, add just enough oil to the pan so that it can be distributed evenly with a paper towel. I turn the heat to simmer and leave for a couple of minutes. That's about it - the pan is ready to go for its next use. Oven seasoning is usually reserved for pans that are brand new or neglected. Lodge factory... » Read More Yes - you can re-season this pan in the oven although it's not usually necessary. Cleaning the pan after each use wit hot water and a little table salt and a brush - then drying the pan before heating on the stove top. When the pan is hot to the touch but not so hot that the oil will smoke, add just enough oil to the pan so that it can be distributed evenly with a paper towel. I turn the heat to simmer and leave for a couple of minutes. That's about it - the pan is ready to go for its next use. Oven seasoning is usually reserved for pans that are brand new or neglected. Lodge factory seasons the pan your are asking about. « Show Less
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The instructions say you should & I did. I used soap & water & let mine soak for a few hours. I also used some lemon peels, sea salt & oil to prepare it for my first use. Cleaned that out, & I love mine!
1125645
No seasoning reuired. It has a wonderful non-stick interior that works perfectly first time out. I absolutely love this pot.
935971
I did season this pan with a little cooking oil before first time use. Although it is not specified in the instruction, it is always a good idea to do that first time.
1800158
It is cast iron, so it needs seasoning before use. It may have been pre-seasoned, but I did it myself anyway. It is easy to do.
1224539
I seasoned mine b4 the first use as I had purchased a single pan and it said to season it I never had to season the original one again and still use it 4 years later. However I did use organic olive oil instead of vegetable oil.
185737
You need to season it. There are a number of websites that instruct on seasoning a new iron device so I will leave that to you. But, yes, you definitely need to scrub it down and do it right. By the way, it does color up nicely.
2049211
It doesn't matter if you season it before or after but if you season it first you will have to wipe down the smoker where you will apply the gasket so that it sticks. Also, you may have a few places where it burns if you put it on before you season it because of the much higher than normal temps you use to season it. I put mine on after seasoning to avoid the burning, just clean the edges well.
1571440
According to the instructions that come with the wok it needs to be seasoned before and after cooking for the first few times.
2126048
No. When I cook with it I use oil or butter depending on the recipe so food doesn't stick. It arrives seasoned (oiled) and you need to oil it after each use to preserve it. It is cast iron after all and could rust. If it didn't come seasoned you would need to season it yourself which is somewhat time consuming. I highly recommend pre-seasoned. Best quality cookware ever!
1379324
Every cooking surface needs to e constantly seasoned in order to give 100 percent of what you're expecting. I spray mine with Pam or a non-stick spray every time before and even after the final wipe down after cleaning it... never had a problem with it, after so many uses, you'll see wear and tear on it, as with anything...
601039
I have always been told that all grills should be used or pre heated for about 15 min. (400f) prior to first use to season the grill to: sanitize, remove oils, paint, rubber etc., and each subsequent use to burn off leftover food particles left on grill from previous use sanitize.
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No it's not seasoned, simple spray it inside and out with cooking oil,, or just lightly coat it by hand. Then at about 150 degrees in oven for about 6 hours take it out and wipe it down, and it is seasoned. never wash it with any kind of soap, the season will be washed off but dry it and apply another light coat of oil. Usually just some cooking oil on a paper towel, not much, you will be able to see were it's getting covered.
1012161
The instruction sheet does say to season it. It only takes a couple of minutes.
1681734
Yes, it comes pre-seasoned. There are detailed instructions printed on the cardboard package that faces the pan. You only have to do this once. If you have already tossed out the instructions, let me know & I will go over it with you. After use, since meat has to sit for 5 minutes before you cut into it, that is a perfect time to run your hot pan under hot water (tilt it so when it spits it doesn't hit you). Use a scraper or a brush (NO SOAP!) to get off the extra bits & dry immediately. I set it back on the burner I just used, which is still a little warm. You can re-oil it with a little Pam or, better yet, throw in a bit of lard or clarified butter & remove excess with a paper towel or a chunk of paper sack. Your pan is ready to use again. I love this pan!