280897 Sat Nov 12 22:31:29 -0800 2005 5 31 Home Cooking 0 1493500 Hi, I turned the wrong burner on and noticed a little too late that the flame went on under an innocent Le Creuset pot instead of my saute pan. It now has a black film on the inside bottom that won't come off with a normal sponge and soap - does anyone know what I can do to get it off? The pot isn't mine, which makes this all even more stressful. ANY advice would be forever appreciated!! Sat Nov 12 22:31:29 -0800 2005 0 kooby 1 1493505 1 part bleach and 5 parts water let it soak for a while. Should do the trick! Sat Nov 12 23:32:48 -0800 2005 1493500 0 jeff 1 1493508 Try one of these- make a wet paste of baking soda, dish washer detergent one that has bleach, hydrogen peroxide. Don't think any of these will harm the enamal. Is the ring from a film that was left in the pot, or is it actually scorched? You could also call to see if you'll get some hints. Link: http://www.lecreuset.com/usa/home.php Sat Nov 12 23:41:10 -0800 2005 1493500 0 DT 1 1493671 I'd try Bar Keepers Friend. Mon Nov 14 00:34:39 -0800 2005 1493500 0 christy 1 1493691 Le Creuset and Cooks Illustrated recommend bleach like the poster before. I thought it was 1 part bleach to 4 parts water. If you do it that strength, you will have to leave it overnight at least. I must admit I put full-strength bleach in mine the other day, to cover the bottom. It worked great, however I'm sure there are reasons you are not supposed to do this. -Becca Mon Nov 14 07:55:41 -0800 2005 1493500 0 Becca Porter 1 1493696 I tried the bleach and water option first, since I didn't have peroxide, and it really worked. Thanks for all your suggestions - you've saved me from an ulcer and a headache! Mon Nov 14 08:44:42 -0800 2005 1493500 0 kooby