The Best Ways to Clean a Pastry Cloth Like a Pro

If you've just finished rolling out a buttery pie crust, you're likely staring at a floury mess and wondering how to clean a pastry cloth without making it lose its "seasoning." It's one of those kitchen tools that feels a bit mysterious. It isn't like a dish towel that you can just toss in the laundry with your socks, but it's also not something you can just leave sitting on the counter forever. ...

February 6, 2026 · 7 min · Gretchen Joanou