axlq wrote:

> I wanted to share this.
>
> My expensive copper-bottom stainless stell cookpot got burnt.
> The black carbon deposits stuck to the bottom were impossible to
> remove by scouring. After 15 minutes of exhausting scrubbing with
> a scotchbrite pad, aided by a dull knife to scrape off the bigger
> chunks, I was ready to give up.
>
> So I searched the web and found a whole bunch of suggestions. The
> one I tried worked beautifully.
>
> I put dishwasher detergent into the pot (liquid Cascade in my case)
> with some water, filling it to about 1/2 inch. I'd say there were 2
> parts water to 1 part detergent.
>
> Then I put it on the stove and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
>
> Amazing. The carbon deposits slowly dissolved, and completely
> disappeared.
>
> I didn't know it could be so easy.
>
> -A
Hmph! I just use a heavy sprinkling of baking soda with a little
water and let sit. Bring to a boil and everything comes off. It's a
lot cheaper and does a better job.