momofkhm Posted March 28, 2011 Share Posted March 28, 2011 I know I'm not supposed to use soap on my stone and I haven't but what can I do about the oily feeling on the outside of the stone? It started a few uses ago. I noticed it but I just put it away anyway. I used the stone again tonight and it left a "ring" on the stove where it was sitting. Tonight's dish didn't have more than a tablespoon or two of oil in it, so I know it wasn't from tonight. Thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fairytalemama Posted March 28, 2011 Share Posted March 28, 2011 I've used soap on mine for years and my stone is fine. Use a little soap. It won't hurt it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sewpeaceful Posted March 28, 2011 Share Posted March 28, 2011 I've even run my through the dishwasher and it is still just as seasoned as it was before it went in. A little soap will be fine - just rinse well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giraffe Posted March 28, 2011 Share Posted March 28, 2011 I just took the stone out of the box and put it in the oven and have had no oil leakage. Was I supposed to season it?! AACK! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiddenJewel Posted March 28, 2011 Share Posted March 28, 2011 I just took the stone out of the box and put it in the oven and have had no oil leakage. Was I supposed to season it?! AACK! It seasons as you use it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiddenJewel Posted March 28, 2011 Share Posted March 28, 2011 I know I'm not supposed to use soap on my stone and I haven't but what can I do about the oily feeling on the outside of the stone? It started a few uses ago. I noticed it but I just put it away anyway. I used the stone again tonight and it left a "ring" on the stove where it was sitting. Tonight's dish didn't have more than a tablespoon or two of oil in it, so I know it wasn't from tonight. Thoughts? You could take some baking soda to the grease spots and a scrub brush and see what happens. You just don't want to soak it in soapy water. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jann in TX Posted March 28, 2011 Share Posted March 28, 2011 Soap will not ruin a baking stone unless you use soap on it often-- you don't want to remove the 'season'... When mine gets that 'slimy' or 'sticky' feel I will use a tiny bit of Dawn on it--(I usually put a drop or two on a scrubbing sponge and go after it... the season is still there--but the yucky stuff is not! I WOULD hesitate to use soap on a NEW baking stone-- but my stone is about 10 years old-- (new stones that have not been 'seasoned' can absorb some of the 'soap taste' so just wipe/rinse/scrape newer stones). As far as 'seasoning' goes-- just using it adds to the seasoning! It is usually recommended that the first few things you cook using a baking stone be a bit on the greasy side-- this rapidly builds the 'season'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardening momma Posted March 28, 2011 Share Posted March 28, 2011 I know I'm not supposed to use soap on my stone and I haven't but what can I do about the oily feeling on the outside of the stone? It started a few uses ago. I noticed it but I just put it away anyway. I used the stone again tonight and it left a "ring" on the stove where it was sitting. Tonight's dish didn't have more than a tablespoon or two of oil in it, so I know it wasn't from tonight. Thoughts? Do you wipe it with anything before you put it away? I'd use a paper towel if it still seems greasy. How do you clean yours? I do a quick wash & scrub with plain water (I very, very rarely use a drop of soap on it, but it is well-seasoned now), then dry with a dish towel. It never feels oily, just very smooth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caroline Posted March 28, 2011 Share Posted March 28, 2011 You can also put it through the clean cycle in a self-cleaning oven. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momofkhm Posted March 28, 2011 Author Share Posted March 28, 2011 You ladies are fast! It is an old enough stone to be fully seasoned. So far I've only used very hot water to rinse out and scrub with a plain scrubbie. I'll go for the soap on the greasy parts. I've been afraid for the food to taste soapy. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StephanieZ Posted March 28, 2011 Share Posted March 28, 2011 I have never needed soap, but I do tend to use very hot water when I wash them. I second the baking soda suggestion if you need more cleaning power. Very hot water and baking soda will clean nearly anything! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arliemaria Posted March 28, 2011 Share Posted March 28, 2011 I used to be a consultant. They do recommend that you bake a few greasy things like packaged biscuits or cookies to season your stone. I like to do bacon in the oven on our bar pan. They season easily without much effort. You do not want to use soap often, but even I have used soap a few times on my stones. You do want to rinse very well because the stones are porous. You can soak it in hot water, but not hot soapy water. I have also used a copper chore boy on them if they are really messy and the plastic scrapper just won't do the job. If you have any other questions, call your consultant. They are more than happy to help you, their customer. Good luck with your stones. They are wonderful products. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandy in Indy Posted March 28, 2011 Share Posted March 28, 2011 I have been known to use an SOS pad on the bottom/outer edge of my stones. Hasn't hurt them yet! I just use hot water on the cooking surfaces, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jyniffrec Posted March 28, 2011 Share Posted March 28, 2011 I run all my stones through the dishwasher without soap. It is the only way I can keep them in my kitchen without going crazy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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