Before Use:

1. Wipe with a dry paper towel to remove any dirt or debris left over from the shipping process.

How to use:

1. Preheat your oven to 500-550°F and allow the baking steel to heat for 45 minutes.
2. While your steel is heating, prepare your desired toppings.
3. Shape the pizza dough and arrange the toppings accordingly.
4. Use a pizza peel to transfer the pizza directly onto the preheated baking steel.
5. Bake the pizza for about 9 minutes, monitoring closely to avoid overbaking, as this may result in a tough crust.
6. (Optional) For additional browning, use a broiler or a kitchen torch.
7. Once the pizza is baked, carefully remove it from the oven and place it onto a cutting board.
8. Complete the pizza by adding any final touches of oil or toppings, then serve and enjoy.

After Use

1. Allow your baking steel to cool completely before cleaning.
2. If there’s little residue, simply wipe it clean with a paper towel, and that’s it.
3. For tougher bits, scrape off food residue using a bench scraper or chainmail scrubber.
4. Wipe with a damp cloth—avoid soap to preserve seasoning.
5. Dry completely to prevent rust.

Deep Cleaning (When Needed)

1. Use warm water and a stiff brush or chainmail scrubber to remove stubborn bits.
2. Dry immediately to prevent rust—never soak or air-dry.
3. For extra drying, place in a warm oven for a few minutes.

Seasoning & Maintenance (When needed, for rusting)

1. Apply a thin layer of high smoke point oil after cleaning to maintain seasoning.
2. Place the steel in a 450°F oven for one hour to bond the oil to the surface.
3. Let cool completely before storing, (if not storing in the oven).