The Simplest Way To Get Stains Off Your Le Creuset Dutch Oven

Overheating is a common mistake that leaves Le Creuset dutch ovens with stubborn food residue and stains. Luckily, an abrasive cleaner like Barkeeper's Friend can salvage the pot.

To make dutch ovens sparkle, Le Creuset specifically suggests using abrasive cleaners, which contain oxalic acid — a naturally occurring chemical found in many fruits and veggies.

With gloves protecting your hands, begin by sprinkling a layer of an abrasive cleaner onto the enamel-coated interior of your dutch oven and adding enough water to create a paste.

Scrub the paste around inside the pot using a non-scratch or non-abrasive cleaning tool. Once the stains lift off and the paste turns dingy, rinse the pot; repeat if needed.