Ovearheated/burnt my copper pot, is it still usable?
I burnt porridge to the bottom of my copper pot. It was too hot and it dried out so now the tin feels rough and has bubbled somewhat.
Is it still usable like this? Or will I need to get it re-tinned?
My main concern is that bits of tin will come off into the food/food will get stuck on the bottom.
Thanks for any advice!
Best Answer
Try boiling a mixture of water and baking soda and then turn off the heat and let it sit until it cools enough to scrub. You might try 1/2 cup baking soda to a quart of water. Another trick is a baking powder paste. Same idea but more intense. Make a paste, bring to a boil only briefly and then scrub.
Pictures about "Ovearheated/burnt my copper pot, is it still usable?"
How do you fix a burnt copper pot?
Combine lemon juice (or vinegar) with baking soda and stir until mixed completely. Apply to the surface and buff in a circular motion using a soft, clean cloth, then rinse and dry.Are old copper pots safe to cook with?
Can a vintage French copper pot be used for cooking? Yes, if it's in good physical condition and its lining is intact. For French copper pots and pans made before the 1970s, the lining will most likely be a layer of tin, which can be worn away as it's used.Why do copper pots turn black?
Oxidation- Oxidation is a chemical reaction which takes place with copper in the presence of oxygen and may turn the copper pot black. When copper is heated it develops a layer of copper oxide which is brownish black. This further reacts with the moisture in the air and forms copper carbonate.Why is My Cast Iron Sticky? And How to Fix It!
Sources: Stack Exchange - This article follows the attribution requirements of Stack Exchange and is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0.
Images: samer daboul, VOLKAN SORKUN, Carlos Pernalete Tua, cottonbro