Oh, let me tell you about these fancy dishes called Corningware. You see, back in the day, everyone was using them for baking and cooking. They looked pretty nice, all white and smooth, but folks started to wonder about the lead in them. It’s a real worry, you know? I heard some people saying their old Corningware might have lead, especially if it was made before a certain time.
Now, listen here. Most of the Corningware dishes made after 1989 are supposed to be lead-free. That’s when they brought out this French White II line, and folks were happy. No more worries about lead, they said. But you gotta be careful. If your dish is older, like from before the mid-2000s, it might just test positive for lead. Back in the day, they weren’t paying much mind to that stuff. Just cooking and serving!
There’s this lady I know, Lead Safe Mama, who does all these tests on dishes. She tested the Blue Cornflower kind from Corningware and guess what? It came back negative for lead! That was back in 2017. So, it seems like some of them newer dishes are just fine. But if you got some old ones, you might want to check.
Here’s a little tip: if you see any Corningware dishes with flat bottoms, like those old skillets or Dutch ovens, you might want to check when they were made. They say those older pieces often had lead in them. Just makes you think, don’t it?
- Lead Worries: Check when your dish was made.
- Newer Dishes: Most after 1989 are safe.
- Testing: Always good to test if you’re unsure.
So, if you love cooking and baking, and you want to use Corningware, just be smart about it. Look for those dates, and if you’re not sure, do a little test. Better safe than sorry, right? You don’t want to be feeding your family from dishes that might do them harm. It’s all about keeping things safe in the kitchen!
Oh, and you know, if you’re thinking of collecting these dishes, it’s a good idea to learn about the stamps on the bottom. Those stamps can tell you a lot about when it was made and whether it’s safe or not. Just take your time and enjoy the process of finding the right pieces!
Remember, Corningware can be beautiful and useful, just gotta know what you’re dealing with. Happy cooking, everyone!
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