Cleaning cast iron?

[loveberry]

How do I clean my cast iron pan? It came pre-seasoned, and I used it once. My friend told me to scrape it out with a metal spatula, then put a spoonful of kosher salt and rub it around with a paper towel and it would be clean. Negative. Now I have a greasy pan with bits of salt and paper towel stuck to it. The directions said not to use soap or even water if you can avoid it. Help!

[Mother of Sons]

I just scrape out whatever I can and then use hot water and scrub with a dishcloth, then rinse and heat to dry, or dry really well with a towel.

[gentlemommy]

I scrub it with very hot water and a scrubber pad, and then dry very thoroughly and apply a thin coat of oil. I don't use soap but I can't imagine getting it clean without water. :think