What About Very Dark or Burnt Pans?
Heavily discolored baking sheets can require more effort.
However, dark discoloration doesn’t necessarily mean the pan is unsafe or unusable.
Some staining is simply the result of years of cooking and heat exposure.
If the surface is intact and the pan is otherwise in good condition, cosmetic discoloration may not affect its function.
Be Careful With Abrasive Cleaners
It can be tempting to use a very rough scrubber when ordinary methods don’t work.
But aggressive abrasion can scratch certain cookware surfaces.
Before using
