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# 🧽 **Encrustations and Stains on Pans: How to Remove Them Easily Without Detergent**
We’ve all faced it — that dreaded moment when a pan is left with stubborn, burnt-on food or greasy encrustations that just won’t budge. Instead of scrubbing endlessly or relying on harsh chemical detergents, there are **natural, effective ways to clean your pans** using common kitchen ingredients. These methods are gentle on your cookware, better for your health, and environmentally friendly.
Here’s how to bring your pans back to sparkling clean — **without a drop of detergent**.
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## 🔍 **Why Skip Detergents?**
Many store-bought detergents contain harsh chemicals that can:
* Damage the surface of non-stick or cast-iron pans
* Leave behind residues that affect the taste of your food
* Harm the environment when rinsed down the drain
By switching to natural solutions, you protect your cookware and your kitchen’s health.
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## 🥄 **Top Methods to Remove Stains and Encrustations Naturally**
### **1. Baking Soda + Hot Water Soak**
This is a classic for a reason.
**How to do it:**
* Sprinkle a generous layer of baking soda over the burnt areas.
* Add enough hot water to cover the bottom of the pan.
* Let it soak for 15–30 minutes.
* Use a wooden spatula or scrubber to loosen residue.
* Rinse and repeat if necessary.
**Why it works:** Baking soda acts as a mild abrasive and neutralizer, breaking down burnt-on grease and food.
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