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Cast iron conditioner for seasoning, cleaning, and protecting cast iron cookware in a glass jar.
Marit spooning Cast Iron Conditioner in to her skillet to clean and season it.
Cast Iron Conditioner

Cast Iron Conditioner

Sale price$19.00

Net Wt: 21.6 oz (600g)
Marit spooning Cast Iron Conditioner in to her skillet to clean and season it.
Cast Iron Conditioner Sale price$19.00

Christopher Kimball - Founder of 177 Milk Street

I hide my cast iron skillets from my family

"... I have railed against the idiotic instructions for seasoning cast iron (like oiling it and placing it upside down in an oven for an hour—a horrible method), and I have recently discovered an amazing seasoning paste called Cast Iron Conditioner from Lovett Sundries that contains sea salt, coconut oil, flax seed oil and castor oil. So when someone in my family leaves a cast iron or carbon steel pan with bits of egg or gristle on it, this stuff cleans it right up. (I try to hide my cast iron and carbon steel skillets but they manage to find them every time.)"

177 Milk Street

See the seasoning

What a difference a little conditioner makes.

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How To Season Cast Iron

Cooking with Cast Iron is a delight. With the proper maintenance, your cast iron skillet can last a lifetime—delivering rich flavors and that perfect non-stick surface without any harmful chemicals. 

It may feel intimidating to care for cookware meant to last for generations, but we’re here to make it easy and stress-free.

Rinse & Scrape

After your meal. The first step is to rinse your skillet with warm water and scrape off any large chunks of stuck-on food. No soap is needed but it won’t hurt.

Our hardwood cast iron scraper is perfect for those tough burnt bits.

Apply Oils

These all-natural oils and sea salt help break down any food residue while building a protective layer.

This all-in-one step of cleaning and applying oils is what’s unique to our system.

Scrub

Just scoop a spoonful and rub it into the pan. Work the oil and salt into the surface using a cloth or paper towel to scrub away all the leftover bits of food while evenly spreading the oils on the surface of your pan.

Rinse

Now, rinse away the salt and oil with warm water. Avoid using soap here—it can strip away the oils you just applied.

Dry

Once your cookware is clean, oiled, and rinsed, it’s time to dry. Use a clean cloth or paper towel to thoroughly dry your skillet, making sure there’s no moisture left. Don’t worry about wiping away the oils; you only need a very thin film to season it.

At this point, your skillet is probably looking pretty great, but don’t stop yet.

Polymerizing the Oils

Here’s where the magic happens. Place your dried cookware on the stovetop, and turn the burner to medium-high. Let it heat until the remaining thin film of oil starts to smoke. This smoke is a byproduct of polymerization. The oils are bonding with the pan, creating the durable, smooth coating cast iron is famous for.

Cool & Cook

Be sure to let your cookware cool completely before using. Each time you do this process, you lay down another layer until your cast iron skillet is as non-stick as a Teflon pan! You’re not just cleaning; you’re building a non-stick surface that gets better every time you cook.

Whether you’re sauteing some slippy eggs, searing seasoned steaks, or simmering spicy sauces, you’ll never want to cook with anything else. 

Customer Reviews

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Michelle Buday
Great cast iron product!

This is a great addition to our kitchen it makes us love our cast iron skillets even more! Works wonderfully!

Thank you for your review. A collection of cast iron is a special thing. Thanks for trusting us to help you keep them in great shape.

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Coco Sparks
Must have for cast iron users

This makes cleaning our cast iron a breeze and keeps it in tip top shape!

Thanks for taking the time to leave a review! Keep on cookin'!

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Matthew Hilgemeier
Love this stuff

This is by far my favorite cast iron conditioner/cleaner. I use it every time after cooking on any of my cast iron pieces and it keeps them well seasoned and ready for the next use. I've given this product as gifts to friends and family and all have loved it.

Thank you so much for leaving a review. Here's to years of easy cooking on cast iron!

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Andrew Binns
Makes cleaning cast iron and carbon steel so easy

Have been using for two weeks and this is making life much easier. I used to hesitate to use my cast iron, but now I find no problem with cleaning up.

To say that our cast iron conditioner is making your life easier is the highest praise we could ever hope to receive. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience!

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Cay Tolson
Love this stuff

I originally received this as a gift and was skeptical, but it's great! It gently cleans my cast iron pan, doesn't leave residue. I wish it were easier to find in a store so I wouldn't have to order it online, but that's my only complaint. It's a nice big tub so it lasts awhile.

Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. Honestly we can't believe how well it works either! We do have retailers scattered across the country so send an email to us with your location and we'll see if you can't buy it near by.
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