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is it safe to eat off a pot or pan with rust stains?

A few of my pots and cookie sheets have rusted and I've been too paranoid to eat off them. Should I throw them out?

As for the cookie sheets, just line them with aluminum foil, parchment paper or a silicone fiberglass SILPAT baking mat before you use them to prevent the food from coming in contact with the rust.

If they are cast iron cookware, put them into your SELF-CLEANING OVEN cycle at 500+ degrees. The rust will turn to powder and brush right off. You can then re-oil or reseason the pans to prevent them from rusting again. But don't do this with any other type of pan, as plastic handles and other metals will not hold up to that heat.

Brillo or SOS pads or steel wool will scour the rust off stainless steel. If it's on the outside of the pans, don't worry about it. Only clean the cooking surfaces. Rust comes from oxidized metal. Human beings are not meant to ingest rust, and rusty metal can cause health issues like tetanus if you step on a rusty nail or cut yourself on a rusty can.

You have choices, but high quality cookware with a non-stick coating makes clean-up a breeze and cooking a pleasure! I suggest you invest in T-Fal or RevereWare and make sure you use non-metal spatulas and utensils to preserve the cooking surface coating.

TOMMERVIK KITCHEN POT PAN COOKING ABSTRACT REALISM $12,000,000.00

NEW PANASONIC NC-EH30PC PAN ELECTRIC 3.2QT THERMO POT $9,999.99

CMA S-B Pot and Pan Dishwasher, Door Type, 80 Racks Per $5,869.31

CMA POT & PAN SINGLE RACK DISHWASHER DOOR TYPE $5,830.14

CMA LOW TEMP UPRIGHT POT PAN CORNER DISHWASHER $4,428.71

CMA DOOR TYPE POT / PAN DISHWASHER LOW TEMP MODEL S-AH $4,128.50

Doglass Pot and Pan Washer $4,000.00

LVO RW-1548 PAN-POT-RACK WASHER $2,999.00

ELECTRIC BRAISING PAN 40 GALLON TILT POT SKILLET GROEN $2,499.99

HEAVY DUTY HOBART BAKERY LARGE POT AND PAN DISH WASHER $2,499.00

NC DOUGLAS HD AUTOMATIC POT, PAN, UTENSIL DISHWASHER $1,999.00

Hobart AM14F Front Load Pot & Pan Dishwasher Work Ready $1,999.00

GROEN BRAISING PAN 40 QUART 10 GAL TILT POT SKILLET NR $1,499.99

ANTIQUE IMPERIAL BED PAN POT HAND PAINTED PORCELAIN 19c $1,200.00

BAUMALU 13 pc copper pots and pans cookware set - 2 mm $1,150.00

10 pc French smooth Copper pots pans cookware - 2 mm $995.00

6 pc French smooth Copper pots pans cookware - 2 mm $675.00

BAUMALU 7 pc copper pots and pans cookware set - 2 mm ! $560.00

Hanging Grapevine Pot Pan & Lid Rack Amish made 48" bt $555.00

Rogar Brass Oval Pro Pot Pan Rack w/ Grid Kitchen $549.00

French copper cookware frying sauce pan pot sautepan $525.00

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Thermador HS48R 22" Pot and Pan Shelf for 48" Range $500.00

Antique Copper (6) French Minature Sauce Pans & Pots $495.00

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Hanging Grapevine Scroll Pot Pan Rack 30 by 48 Black e $429.00

CALPHALON CAST IRON 2 PC SET FRY PAN & 8 QT POT NEWIB $429.00

Hanging Grapevine Scroll Pot Pan Rack 30 by 48 Black e $429.00

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1800's Miniature Doll Kitchen w/ Pots/Pans/Plates Antiq $412.50

WILLIAMS SONOMA SILVER RUFFONI STOCKPOT 8 QUART PAN POT $409.99

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Waterless Cookware Sets 7 Ply Stainless Steel Pots/Pans $389.95

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17pc Stainless Steel Waterless Pots Pans Cookware Set $379.95

Wolfgang Puck Bistro Pot Pan Set - USED BY WOLFGANG!! $378.00

Waterless Cookware Sets 7 Ply Stainless Steel Pots/Pans $369.95

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RARE OLD MONKEY BRAND POTS AND PANS SOAP PORCELAIN SIGN $350.00

1000 Aluminum Foil 5 3/4 Inch Pot Pie, Tart Pan #2400 $346.85

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Hanging Grapevine Scroll Pan Pot Rack 15 by 24 Black $329.00

Hanging Grapevine Pot Pan & Lid Rack Amish made 30" bt $325.00

MAUVIEL COPPER POMMES ANNA PAN POTATO CAKE 4 QUART POT $319.99

3 pc French smooth Copper pots pans cookware - 2 mm $315.00

Gordon Ramsay Pots & Pans Saute Sauce Skillet Pan Quart $314.99

Berndes Tradition 10-Piece Cookware Set Pot Pan Cook $305.95

Nordic Ware 11 Piece Restaurant Cookware Set Pots Pans $304.99

ALUMINUM POT RACK 11768 kitchen, chef, restaurant, pan $300.00

STEEL POT RACK 11769 restaurant, home, chef, pans, hang $300.00

Chef's Secret 15pc Waterless Cookware Set Pots Pans $299.99

Chef's Secret 15pc Waterless Cookware Set Pots Pans $299.99

11pc GORDAN RAMSAY STAINLESS POTS & PAN COOKING PAN SET $299.95

AWESOME POTS & PANS COOKWARE SET THE BEST DEAL EVER NEW $299.95

Grapevine Wall Artistic Oval 9"x30" Pot Pan Rack Black $299.00

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Hanging Pot Pan Lid Spice Organizer Rack HS 48" Black $295.00

Vtg West Bend 22Pc Stock Pot Pan Skillet Slow Cooker $295.00

Antique 5 GAL.COPPER COOKING PAN POT D.H. & M. Co. NYC. $295.00

17pc 7-ply Stainless Steel Waterless Cookware Pots Pan $294.99

Wagner Ware Magnalite 1 2 3 4 Qt Sauce Pan Pot Set m691 $284.99

French 3 pc copper pot pan cookware set - tin lining $280.00

17pc Waterless Cookware Sets Stainless Steel Pots/ Pans $279.95

15pc Stainless Steel Waterless Pots Pans Cookware Set $279.95

Surgical STAINLESS STEEL Waterless POT PAN COOKWARE SET $279.95

15pc 9-Element Stainless Steel Pots Pans Cookware Set $279.95

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Surgical STAINLESS STEEL Waterless POT PAN COOKWARE SET $279.95

BAUMALU 3 pc copper pots and pans cookware set - 2 mm ! $270.00

17pc Waterless Cookware Sets Stainless Steel Pots/ Pans $269.95

15pc Stainless Steel Waterless Pots Pans Cookware Set $269.95

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1000 Aluminum Foil 5" Pot Pie, Tart Pan #501P - W/Lid $262.00

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New 9 Element Stainless 15 Pc Cookware Pot & Pan Set $249.97

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Cuisinart MultiClad Pro Stainless Steel 12-Piece Cookware Set $610.00 A shining example of kitchen competence, this set includes everything you need for great cooking. The special multiclad construction bonds brilliantly polished 18/10 stainless steel to a core of pure aluminum for the fastest, most even heat distribution. Professional stainless covers with drip-free rims seal in flavors and nutrients, while the generously sized cool-grip handles provide handling sa...

Presto 05420 FryDaddy Electric Deep Fryer $21.99 Deep frying has never been so easy. Fryer automatically maintains a proper frying temperature with no controls to set. Handy snap-on lid lets your store oil right in the fryer to use again. Holds four cups of oil. Includes a scoop that stirs, separates, lifts, drains and serves. Nonstick surface makes for easy cleaning. Model #5420. One-year warranty....

Progressive International PLP-1 Freezer Pop Maker $16.00 A great summer activity for the "we're bored" club: have them make fresh squeezed juice or smoothies, then fill up the 10 units, cover and insert sticks. Later in the day they will be well rewarded for their efforts with a delicious treat! Meanwhile you can bask in your hero status....

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Lodge Set of 2 Durable Polycarbonate Pan Scrapers,Red and Black $2.99 From Lodge, maker of rugged cast-iron cookware, the Durable Polycarbonate Pan Scrapers come in a pack of 2 and make cleaning the stuck on food from cookware a breeze. Moulded in rugged Polycarbonate design safely scrapes without scratching. Each corner is a different design to easily clean any crevice or corner. Ideal for all cookware, with or without non-stick surfaces. Comes in a 2 pack with one...

Earlex HVACC3FD One Quart Plastic Container with Lid $10.99 Replacement pot with lid for Earlex Spray Station 3000...

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How To Make Your Own Kitchen Pot Rack

Let's face it, we all need more room in our kitchens! One of the easiest ways to free up cabinet space is by hanging a pot rack from the ceiling to store all your bulky pots and pans. Pot racks run upwards of $150 even at the online discount shops! Here is an easy way to make a sturdy pot rack for your kitchen for less than $15. Photos of this project can be found at http://www.decoratingyoursmallspace.com/how_to_make_pot_rack.html

Supplies

Non pressure treated 2x4 lumber
Drill
3 inch wood screws
Length of chain form the home improvement shop
Screw Hooks
Paint or Stain

Cut two pieces of lumber to your desired pot rack length, and two in your desired width. If you are hanging it over a counter or island, make it slightly smaller than the countertop.

Using your drill, screw the four pieces into a square or rectangle shape.

Now measure across the width of the frame from inside to inside. This is the measurement for the cross "beams" Remember, measure twice, cut once! I recommend at least three cross beams for strength. Screw the cross beams in from the side at regular intervals.

Add screw hooks to each corner on the top of the rack.

Paint or stain as desired.

Finding studs in your ceiling, screw in four heavy duty screw hooks to approximately coordinate with the screw hooks in the top of the pot rack.

Add chain, and hang! If there is no counter beneath the pot rack, be sure to hang it high enough to prevent bumped heads! You may add as many screw hooks to the pot rack as desired to store all your pots and pans, and store lids, baskets and bowls on the top. Or, you can simply stack your pots on the top surface, as I do.

You may add further decoration to your pot rack by adding fabric tubes to cover the chain, silk or dried flowers or hang braids of garlic or strings of peppers. I soaked an inexpensive grapevine wreath overnight in water, then cut it apart and wrapped it around the rack. I added several sprays of springtime silk flowers. The flowers can be changed out with the seasons.

Almost as simple as making a box, it looks great and adds tons of storage space to the kitchen!

About the Author

Kathy Wilson is a home and garden writer and is the home decorating expert for LifetimeTV.com. Visit her for more home and garden ideas at http://www.TheBudgetDecorator.com
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