- 1). Clean the cast iron skillet with soapy water. Rinse it well under a cool tap and dry with a microfiber cloth.
- 2). Dampen a paper towel with peanut or vegetable oil and wipe down the entire surface of the skillet, including the handle. Preheat the burner for two to three minutes on a low setting.
- 3). Set the skillet onto the burner and allow it to cure for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the peanut or vegetable oil turns a dark brown color and is almost completely evaporated.
- 4). Remove the skillet from the heat with an oven mitt and allow it to cool completely.
- 5). Wipe down the skillet with a paper towel to remove any remaining oil.
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