Care & Cleaning – carawayahome
We are an independent online retailer of genuine Caraway products. The care instructions below are based on official Caraway guidelines and are provided for informational purposes.
Ceramic‑Coated Cookware
Before Cooking
1. Quick Dip
Hand wash your pans with warm, soapy water to remove any dirt or debris left over from the manufacturing and shipping process.
2. Clean as a Whistle
Wipe dry with a soft, non‑abrasive dish towel to avoid scratching. The bottom surface of your pan should be dry before touching a burner.
3. Skip the Seasoning
Ceramic comes naturally non‑stick, so no need to season your pan beyond a dash of oil.
4. Ready for the Heat
Pre‑heat for up to 90 seconds on low to medium heat only before adding oil. Avoid leaving an empty pan on a hot burner, unless over very low heat.
During Cooking
1. Burnin’ Up
Ceramic can hold heat more efficiently than traditional pans, so use pans on low to medium heat when cooking. Overheating can wear away the non‑stick coating.
2. Au Natural
Your food will effortlessly glide on your ceramic pans, so less is more when it comes to oil or butter. 1–2 tablespoons is more than enough to lightly coat the entire pan surface. Allow 20–30 seconds to pre‑heat before you add food.
3. Ditch the Sprays
Avoid using oil sprays or cooking aerosols for greasing pans to preserve the naturally slick coating.
4. No Pointy Edges
Metal utensils with rough edges may damage your non‑stick coating. Stick to wooden, silicone, plastic, or nylon products. Always be sure to cut or dice food on a separate surface and not inside your pan.
5. Graceful Landing
Carefully place pans on and off stovetops. Sliding across metal stovetops may damage the steel base.
6. Handle with Care
Always handle hot pans with a pot holder, oven mitt, or dish towel. Set your pans onto a trivet if placing on a countertop.
7. Over, Not Under
Grip the lid handle with your fingertips or palm down so your hand does not graze a hot lid—ouch!
8. Lifting Lids
Lift your lid with a slight angle over the pan to direct the captured moisture underneath back into the pan.
9. Finger Grips
The ergonomically shaped stainless steel pan handles include a small bump on the underside, indicating how close you should grip without them feeling too hot to touch when cooking. For safety, always handle hot pans with a pot holder, oven mitt, or dish towel.
After Cooking
1. Time to Cool Down
Let your cookware cool completely before running cold water over its surface to avoid thermal shock (meaning it might crack—yikes!). Your pans can withstand extreme temperatures on both ends of the spectrum, but sudden and significant changes can reduce their lifespan.
2. No Dishwasher, No Problem
Our non‑stick coating makes cleaning a breeze. Save time & water with a gentle scrub to keep your pans in optimal condition.
3. Squeaky Clean
Clean the cooking surface with warm, soapy water and a non‑abrasive sponge or dishcloth until the pan is spotless before storing. For stains on the exterior of the pan, you may use a stronger sponge (we suggest a wool sponge) with a high‑strength detergent.
4. Breaking Bonds
If food gets stuck onto the surface, fear not! Simmer soapy water over a low heat then gently scrape away with a sponge or non‑abrasive scrubber. Rinse and repeat if needed.
More Questions About Ceramic‑Coated Cookware?
Q: Does my cookware come with a warranty?
Yes, it does—check out our [Warranty Information] page for details.
Q: What temperatures can my Caraway Cookware handle?
To cook all of your favorite recipes while keeping your Caraway Cookware in mint condition, we recommend low to medium‑low temperatures. Due to our thick, heat absorbent design, the cookware will hold onto whichever setting you use. A heat setting that is too high can badly burn your food and nullify the non‑stick.
Q: Can I purchase the magnetic organizers separately?
Our unique Canvas Lid Holder and Magnetic Pan Racks are perfectly packed inside the box of our Cookware Set and are not available for individual purchase. Check out the Cookware Sets to take advantage of our space‑saving storage solutions.
Q: Since this is non‑stick, do I need to use oil?
Caraway Cookware’s non‑stick performance is best complemented with a little bit of oil, butter, or ghee to keep things slick and smooth while cooking. Note that a small amount will go a long way, and will ultimately help keep food from sticking to cooking surfaces and retaining your pan’s non‑stick.
Stainless Steel Cookware
Before First Use
1. Quick Dip
Hand wash your pans with warm, soapy water to remove any dirt or debris left over from the manufacturing and shipping process.
2. Clean as a Whistle
Wipe dry with a soft, non‑abrasive dish towel to avoid scratching and dry spots. The bottom surface of your pan should be dry before touching a burner.
3. Let’s Talk Prep
Add oil or butter to your pan to create a slick surface for your food. Bring ingredients to room temperature before placing them into your heated pan (too cold food tends to stick to a warm pan!).
4. Ready for the Heat
Preheat on low to medium heat before adding oil. Avoid leaving an empty pan on a hot burner.
5. Discover Your Winning Recipe
For your first few uses, monitor your heat setting to gauge your stovetop & oven’s heat efficiency and adjust recipes as needed. Food should sizzle when it hits the pan as an indication of proper heating.
During Cooking
1. Burnin’ Up
Caraway’s 5‑ply stainless steel cookware can hold heat more efficiently than traditional pans, so use yours on low to medium heat when cooking. Overheating can cause food to stick to the pan!
2. Au Natural
Add oil or butter into your pan to lightly coat the entire surface. Allow time to pre‑heat before you add food.
3. Ditch the Sprays
Avoid oil sprays or cooking aerosols. Instead, use butter or liquid based oils to best preserve your cookware.
4. Salt When Hot
Wait until the food inside your pan is nice & hot before adding salt to prevent calcium deposits from forming “pit” marks on the surface of your cookware.
5. No Pointy Edges
Utensils with rough edges (like metal knives, whisks, or spatulas) will damage your stainless steel pans, so stick to soft wooden, silicone, plastic, or nylon products.
6. Graceful Landing
Carefully place pans on and off stovetops. Sliding across metal stovetops scratch the pan’s exterior.
After Use
1. Time to Cool Down
Let your cookware cool completely before running cold water over its surface to avoid thermal shock (meaning it might crack—yikes!).
2. No Dishwasher, No Problem
Save time & water with a gentle scrub to keep your pans in optimal condition. Avoid using the dishwasher as it can affect the longevity of your cookware.
3. Squeaky Clean
Clean the cooking surface with warm, soapy water and a non‑abrasive sponge or dishcloth until the pan is spotless before storing. For tougher stains, you may use a stronger sponge with a high‑strength detergent.
Questions?
If you have any questions about caring for your Caraway cookware, please reach out — we’re here to help.
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Phone: 3109954775
Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ET
carawayahome is an independent online retailer of genuine Caraway products. We are not affiliated with, authorized by, or sponsored by Caraway Home, Inc. Caraway® and Caraway Home® are registered trademarks of Caraway Home, Inc. The care instructions above are based on official Caraway guidelines.