Question from Denise
Is it harmful to use pots that have been burned (but cleaned thoroughly afterward)? Many of the pots we use in our home have been burned a number of times. My mother often attempts to steam veggies and ends up letting all the water evaporate so that the bottom of the pot is dry and black. I’m thinking this must produce some toxic effect of some sort. But she is adamant about the fact that it is perfectly fine to just clean the pot and use it again.
Also, I realize your list has a wealth of information on non-toxic cookware but I cannot really afford to buy an entire set. I was hoping you could recommend a good non-toxic, small size pot that I can use for making single serving meals for my dog (and myself). Any suggestions would be much appreciated. Thanks.
Debra’s Answer
I don’t know about how burning a pot affects the toxicity or leaching of the metal.
For one inexpensive pot, I’d probably get an old Visions pot at a flea market.
