Catalogue Matfer Bourgeat International

363 FOR AN EXTENDED LIFECYCLE OF YOUR PANS - Do not heat while empty, or over-heat. - Avoid knocks or sudden temperature changes (if the pan is left on the heat, leave it to cool through contact with air). - Do not add salt to the water at start of the cooking process: wait until boiling point and stir until dissolved. - At the end of the cooking process, remove any acidic or sugary food from the reci- pients to preserve their metal surfaces. - Wipe down after washing to avoid stains (limescale or loss of shine). - Use appropriate storage. Remove any burnt or ingrained particles by soaking in hot water (no added products required) before cleaning with a sponge. - Do not use abrasive pads, alkaline products, bleach, acidic detergents, oven cleaners, etc. - In case of limescale deposits or “rainbow” discolouration after cooking highly starchy products, heat with diluted vinegar, leave to cool and wash as normal. - Limescale deposits which cannot be removed are a result of underlying corrosion. - Remove stains or marks resulting from over-heating stainless steel using Bistro stainless steel polish. - To clean the outside of copper recipients, use Bistro copper polish BLACK STEEL, PAGE 16 - Place the pan in hot water for a few minutes and use a brush to remove any traces of the protective layer. - Dry the pan then fry a few peelings or slices of potato, sprinkled generously with salt, in oil for a few minutes, then discard. - Then heat the pan again with a little oil, remove from the heat and wipe with paper. - Wipe the pan with paper, or if necessary rinse in hot water. - Wash without using degreasing detergent. Dry and lightly re-grease. CAST-IRON COOKWARE - CHASSEUR, PAGE 18 19 - Pre-heat for 3 to 5 minutes on a medium heat. - Do not use knives or sharp utensils inside dishes. - Use Exoglass® spatulas which will not damage the enamel. - Leave to soak for a while to facilitate cleaning. - Enamelled base does not scratch hobs or cooker tops. - Use MATFER Exoglass ® composite utensils. - Avoid stainless steel utensils. - Do not overheat the pans: > 250°C maximum for PTFE, > 400°C for ceramics. - Clean with a non-abrasive sponge.