Keeping your cast iron cookware nonstick is essential for hasslefree cooking, especially when working on a homestead. Here are some tips to maintain that perfect seasoning.

If your pan loses its nonstick properties, it's time to reseason. Strip off any old seasoning by heating the pan until it turns ashy. Once cooled, rub a thin layer of flaxseed oil over the entire surface and bake it once at 410°F then up to its smoke point for an hour to polymerize the new seasoning.

With proper care and maintenance, your cast iron will develop that coveted glasslike finish, ensuring effortless food release and easy cleanup on the homestead.