Calphalon cookware is easily cared for by cleaning with a mild dishwashing liquid. But, after using it for some time, you may find tough stains on the anodized aluminum surfaces that are difficult to remove. Tough stains are caused by a buildup of oil and food debris that get baked onto the surface, which leaves a sticky, black residue. When this happens, you need to use stronger, yet nonabrasive, cleansers and more elbow grease to remove the stains.
Calphalon offers a pricey nonabrasive, hard-anodized cookware cleaner called Dormónd, which costs about $15 for a small container. Other, less-expensive, nonabrasive cleansers will do the trick, or you can even try baking soda. You also need a non-abrasive scrubbing pad for cleaning the cookware. Calphalon recommends a green Scotch-Brite pad. Add this to my Recipe Box.
Instructions
1. Clean the pan as usual with dishwashing liquid to remove as much food residue as possible. This prepares the pan for serious scrubbing.
2. Apply a nonabrasive cleanser to the pan. Sprinkle or spread it on, depending on the type of cleanser you're using.
3. Scrub the pan with a nonabrasive pad. Move the pad in the same direction as the grain of the pan. Continue scrubbing until the stains are gone.
4. Rinse the pan with hot water. Make sure you remove all traces of cleanser.
5. Dry the cookware immediately to avoid spotting.
Tags: dishwashing liquid, nonabrasive cleansers
