Ultimate Guide: How to Clean a Burnt Pot

Learn effective tips and tricks to clean a burnt pot. Restore your cookware with our easy step-by-step guide.

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Tools Required (5)

  • •Non-abrasive sponge
  • •Wooden spatula
  • •Measuring cup
  • •Saucepan
  • •Scouring pad

Materials Needed (4)

  • •2 tablespoons baking soda
  • •1 cup white vinegar
  • •2 cups water
  • •1 teaspoon dish detergent

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Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1.Remove any loose food or debris from the pot.
  2. 2.Fill the pot with 2 cups of water and add 1 teaspoon of dish detergent.
  3. 3.Place the pot on the stove and bring the water to a boil.
  4. 4.Once boiling, use a wooden spatula to gently scrape the bottom and sides of the pot to loosen burnt food.
  5. 5.Pour out the water and let the pot cool slightly.
  6. 6.Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of baking soda over the burnt areas.
  7. 7.Add 1 cup of white vinegar to the pot; the mixture will fizz.
  8. 8.Let the mixture sit for 15 minutes to allow the reaction to loosen the burnt residue.
  9. 9.After 15 minutes, use a non-abrasive sponge to scrub the pot, focusing on the burnt areas.
  10. 10.Rinse the pot thoroughly with warm water to remove any remaining residue.
  11. 11.Dry the pot completely with a soft cloth to prevent water spots.

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