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Default Seasoning cast iron pans using Flaxseed oil

On 12/13/2010 10:06 PM, Aussie1 wrote:
> AKA Linseed oil..... Flaxseed is the 'food grade' version..............
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> http://sherylcanter.com/wordpress/20...ing-cast-iron/
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> Chemistry of Cast Iron Seasoning: A Science-Based How-To
> January 28, 2010, 6:31 pm
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> The post after this one on “black rust” describes why you should heat the
> pan before applying oil for seasoning. This helps the seasoning to adhere
> and makes the pan pleasantly black.
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> http://sherylcanter.com/wordpress/20...ron-seasoning/
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Raw linseed oil from the hardware store is probably fine even tho' it is
not food-grade. Do not use "boiled" linseed oil because it has driers
added, which probably means heavy metal salts.

Bob