Years of creating deliciousone-pot meals, soups, and desserts will do that.
But how do you know when to replace your cookware?
And what do you do with those pieces when they do retire?
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With extended use, there may come a time where replacing old pots and pans is the best option.
“Check with your municipal departments public works to learn what can be recycled,” Klein says.
“Most likely, the cookware cannot be added to your weekly recycling bin.”
There are, however, scrap metal facilities that might take your cookware.
Call ahead to determine what they accept.
There are also companies such asTerracyclethat have programs to properly dispose and recycle old cookware.
Here are some ways to keep those pots and pans in tip-top shape.
Klein also notes it’s important to hand-wash cookware instead of using a dishwasher.
