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5. Rinse with Hot Water
Rinse the pan with hot water, and you’ll start to see the shine return. If needed, repeat the process for very stubborn spots.
6. Polish with Lemon (Optional)
Rub a slice of lemon over the surface of the pan for a final polish and to eliminate any lingering odors.
✨ Bonus Tip: For the Bottom of the Pan
Burnt and blackened pan bottoms are especially tough to clean. Flip the pan over and repeat the same steps—baking soda, vinegar, and foil—to lift grime. You can also make a paste with baking soda and water and let it sit overnight for extra-deep cleaning.
✅ Why This Trick Works
- Baking soda scrubs and absorbs grease
- Vinegar breaks down mineral deposits and baked-on grime
- Aluminum foil acts as a scrubber without being too abrasive
- Lemon juice adds shine and freshens
🧼 Final Thoughts: Cookware That Looks Like New
You don’t need to buy expensive cleaners or replace your pans to make them look new again. With just a few kitchen staples and a little elbow grease, your cookware can regain its original shine and performance.
Try this trick today—you’ll be amazed at how your old pans sparkle like they just came out of the box.
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