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Learn everything you need to know about seasoning — i.e. one of the most crucial elements of a cast iron ownership. How do you season a cast iron skillet? It's a question that many members of your ...

While a cast-iron skillet is our go-to pick for many foods, there are a few things you might want to avoid cooking in ...

Acidic foods, fish, skillet brownies, and more make the list of what not to cook in a cast-iron pan. Learn why.

I have my cast iron ready all season but fall through winter is a bustling stretch for these sturdy skillets. Cast iron has a lot of grit but weaknesses that can damage its carefully slicked and ...

Cast-iron skillets are heavy-duty kitchen heroes, but they only perform at their best if properly cared for. Once you know how to season a cast-iron skillet (or Dutch oven, or griddle pan)—and how to ...