Anything I Can Use To Wash Pans ?

[breann6]

I have semi-new pans and pots (or atleast to me) we bought them a little over a year ago- they are those QVC pans (cooks essentials) stainless steel w/ non stick. anything i can wash them with to un-gluten them? what about the dishwasher? Do i have to buy -new- pots and pans? I thought maybe boiling detergent (dawn or cascade) in the pans and pots to ungluten them, or if thats even safe?

also- what do you clean your cabinets with that cleans up the gluten- i have my flours in the cabinet above our pots-n-pans and they've spilled before into the cabinet, now when i clean my pots and pans i'd like them to go back in a gluten free cabinet....i've thought about that cabinet liner stuff after clorox clean-uping the interior.

thanks!!

Breann

[jerseyangel]

Hi Breann,

If there are no scratches in your non stick pans, then a thorough washing is fine. The problem is that gluten can become embetted in the scratches and come out in your food.

About the cabinets--here's what I did: Took everything out and vaccumed out the cabnets and drawers. Then, use warm, soapy water and a cloth to wipe them out well, rinse and air dry.

If there's lots of flour around in there, it's best to replace the vaccum cleaner bag after you finish.

[Budew]

I asked for new cookware last Christmas for peace of mind.

[breann6]

thanks! that means- pots are ok- pans a few do have scratches and can be replaced, that won't be that expensive thanks for the cleaning tips. my vacc stinks- rather than sucks- so i'll have to stick with wiping...the dyson is our next purchase

thanks!!