Just because youcandoesnt mean youshould.
Make your favorite nonstick pan last for years and years with these expert tips.
Heres what an expert advises.
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Is it safe to put a nonstick pan in the dishwasher?
The short answer is yesbut just because youcandoesnt mean youshould.
PTFE-based coatingstend to be moredishwasher friendlythan ceramic-based nonstick coatings.
The dishwasher may actually shorten the performance lifespan of nonstick coating.
Then order a new one.
Should you let your pan cool off before washing it?
This is very important with all cookware, whether it has nonstick or not, Malkasian explains.
Always allow the pan to cool naturally.
Never shock the pan by running it or submerging it in cold water.
Shocking the pan may cause the metal to warp and cause the pan to be uneven on your stovetop.
An uneven pan may lead to uneven cooking, which you never want.
All nonstick coatings have a lifetime, he says.
Depending on use, that could be up to several years.
That scrubbing will help remove any residue buildup from the food and restore some of the nonstick performance.
